Public Safety Intelligence Analyst - Spanish Translator

Taleo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases over your first

Free Parking!

Free Gym Access and Walking Path!

Onsite Cafeteria!

Onsite Daycare!

Job summary

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center in Columbus, OH is seeking a Public Safety Intelligence Analyst with Spanish translation responsibilities. You will research and analyze intelligence data, translate material, and prepare briefings for law enforcement partners.

The role requires examining translated materials, providing interpretation during interviews, and testifying on accuracy.

Qualifications

• Option 1 requires 36 months of research and report-writing experience using analytical techniques.
• Option 2 requires an undergraduate core program in homeland security or related field and 12 months of research/report-writing experience.
• Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze intelligence data translated from materials and provide summarized reports.
• Provide language translation and interpretation during interviews for investigative personnel and testify in court as needed.
• Prepare intelligence reports, products, and briefings for presentation to public safety partners.
• Collect, research and analyze intelligence information to identify patterns, trends, and movements of criminals to aid law enforcement.
• Identify and analyze databases, spreadsheets and reports to enable easy information exchange.

Skills

Public Safety

Research

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Analyzation

Education

Undergraduate core program in homeland security, political science, criminal justice, emergency management, public health, international affairs or related field

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment

Job description

Organization

Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Alison Granger / [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Oct 16, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Charles D Shipley Building 1970 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1102

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $33.32 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Public Safety

Technical Skills : Public Safety, Research

Professional Skills : Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center

Providing investigative support through the extraction and analysis of electronic devices, criminal case support, trend analysis, cryptocurrency tracing, and dark web investigations.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center

Report In Location – 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Gym Access and Walking Path!
• Onsite Cafeteria!
• Onsite Daycare!

What You'll Do as a Public Safety Intelligence Analyst - Spanish Translator

• Research & analyze intelligence data translated from recorded or written materials & provide summarized reports;
• Provide language translation & interpretation during interviews &/or interrogations for investigative personnel & testify in court as to the accuracy of interpreted & translated material as needed;
• Prepare intelligence reports, products, & briefings for presentation to all public safety partners;
• Collect, research & analyze intelligence information & other resources to determine patterns, trends & movements of criminals to aid law enforcement agencies with investigators ;
• Identify & analyze informational databases, spreadsheets & reports allowing information to be easily exchanged & understood ;

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

OPTION 1: 36 mos. exp. conducting research & writing reports using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques.

OPTION 2: -Or completion of undergraduate core program in homeland security, political science, criminal justice, emergency management, public health, international affairs or related field; AND 12 mos. exp. conducting research & writing reports using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skill: Public Safety

Supplemental Information

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: If required, must obtain LEADS certification; must renew LEADS certification biannually. Additionally, some positions at Department of Public Safety must be able to obtain & maintain secret level federal security clearance.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May require some travel. Working hours will include nights, weekends and holidays, based on operational need.

Position also requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret level Security Clearance. Requires valid driver's license to operate state-owned vehicle or must be able to provide own transportation.

Background Check Information A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants. A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.