TLT/SDA Data Technical Analyst (PPM I)

B Townblog; Renton (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Sheriff's Office in Renton, WA, seeks a Data Technical Analyst to support crime analysis and data projects. The role emphasizes technical data cleaning, reporting, and collaboration with analysts and investigators to improve data quality and decision making.

The incumbent will work under supervision, handle multiple data systems, and prepare analyses and briefings for internal stakeholders. A hybrid schedule may be available after training, with on-site days required.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree emphasis in criminal justice, research, data science, or related field.
• Minimum two years of professional experience in criminal justice and/or data analysis, project or case management.

Responsibilities

• Support research/data cleaning for crime and data analysis projects.
• Identify data collection processes needing improvement and recommend changes.
• Produce products for crime, intelligence, business analysis, staffing/resource allocation, and budgeting.
• Prepare weekly crime reports and assist in daily survey reports.
• Provide technical information and training to internal/external customers.
• Review data for quality and integrity; track issues in a database.
• Serve as technical contact for software/systems used by analysts and investigators.
• Assist analysts in creating criminal montages and manage software system meetings.
• Summarize and present findings to colleagues and police personnel.
• Work with Excel, Power BI, ArcGIS, PowerPoint and SQL to analyze and display data.
• Obtain digital media for investigations and integrate information from multiple agencies.

Skills

Data cleaning

Excel

Power BI

ArcGIS

SQL

Data interpretation

Briefings/public speaking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Two-year degree in criminal justice, data science, or related field

Tools

Relational databases

Microsoft Office

Vendor guides

Job description

The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) Crime Analysis Unit (CAU) is seeking a highly skilled Project/Program Manager I (PPM I) to serve as a Data Technical Analyst.

The PPM I position will work under the Crime Analysis Unit Supervisor (Research and Technology Supervisor) and join a small team of Crime & Intelligence Analysts, GIS Specialist, and Data Scientist in the King County Sheriff’s Office. Which serves unincorporated King County, fourteen Contract City Police Departments, Metro and Sound Transit Police Departments, and specialized units with the Criminal Investigations Division. We are seeking candidates who have critical thinking skills, attention to detail for data review, a curiosity to dig through data/digital media, and research for the purpose of supporting investigations and improving data quality to aid in data driven decisions.

Work assignments are procedurally complex and require considerable expertise in Crime and Data Analysis. Incumbents are considered a resource for information. Work is performed under minimal supervision and independent judgement and confidentiality are exercised. A good portion of this position will focus on the administrative technical support and data cleaning that allows the Crime Analysis Unit to support crime, intelligence, and data analysis to customers internally at all levels of the Sheriff’s Office.

Duration: This Special Duty Assignment/Term-Limited Temporary position is eligible for benefits and is expected to last approximately 9-12 months.

Who May Apply: This posting is open to the public and to current King County employees. Candidates currently working in KCSO who are applying for this opportunity as a Special Duty Assignment must obtain approval from their chain of command. Please send the approval to Jessica Lussier at [e-mail].

Schedule: This position follows a Monday - Friday schedule, 8:00am - 4:30pm, with a possible option for a hybrid schedule after the training period and depending on unit need. The minimum onsite days in the office will be three days per week.

The Data Technical Analyst will report to the Crime Analysis Unit Supervisor and/or a Transit Police Captain and be assigned an area of responsibility. Duties include the following:

• Support research/data cleaning for crime and data analysis projects. This may include various data entry, collection, reporting, hands‑on analysis.
• Research to identify data collection processes that need improvement and make recommendations.
• Support the production of products for crime analysis, intelligence analysis, business analysis, staffing/resource allocation, and budgeting. Support all members of CAU as they work to produce timely products in support of the agency mission and goals.
• Produce a weekly property crime report under supervision of a Crime and Intelligence Analyst, track crime series, and aid in creation/dissemination of crime bulletins.
• Support Analysts in the creation of the daily Violent Crime Survey report.
• Provide technical information and advice that requires interpretation of established policies, procedures and other sources (such as vendor use guides) to internal and/or external customers over the telephone, in writing and/or in person.
• Review data for data quality and integrity. For example, review the appropriate records management system for duplicates and missing information. Track the issues in a database and request fixes.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for a variety of software/systems used by analysts and investigators. Provide access, training, and triage support issues.
• Assist crime analysts in the creation of criminal montages.
• Serve as administrator for biweekly and monthly meetings for a software system. Research, track and present issues within technology systems used to collect data for analysis.
• Summarize and present findings to colleagues and police personnel.
• Work with various software applications (such as, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, ArcGIS, Power Point and SQL) to research, clean, analyze and display data.
• Search and obtain digital media in direct support of investigations.
• Integrate information from and for local, regional, national and international law enforcement agencies to support criminal investigations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with law enforcement, government agencies, criminal justice personnel, and community groups to obtain, provide, and/or provide crime‑related data or information/skills.
• Attend operations briefings to discuss and update officers and investigators.
• May be required to testify in court.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

A two-year degree with emphasis on criminal justice, research, data science, or other related field ANDa minimum of two years of professional experience in the field of criminal justiceand/or experience in data analysis, project or case management. An equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the work may be considered. The most competitive candidates will have experience working with or at a police department or public safety agency. Specific requirements include the following skills and abilities:

• Ability to interpret and summarize crime data and present the findings in a professional manner through formal briefings, presentations, and bulletins.

• High performance in the ability to critically think and engage with information to produce work products.
• Experience in supporting projects and managing competing priorities within tight timeframes.
• Knowledge of current best practices in crime, business and/or data analysis.
• Demonstrated success in researching, implementing methods and accessing multiple sources.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize various computer hardware and software applications, such as relational databases and Microsoft Office suite products.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with law enforcement personnel at all levels, peers, managers, other agencies and external vendors.
• Excellent communications skills and the ability to convey information both orally and in writing to varied and diverse audiences.
• Ethical and professional conduct, using discretion, sound judgment, fairness, respect, inclusiveness, and integrity to support and enhance King County Sheriff's Office values.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with quick results on tight timetables.
• Ensure a high level of accountability for the information and data you provide to the area you serve.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong decision‑making skills to proactively address crime needs.

Additional Requirements

• You must be able to meet all KCSO background standards as listed in section 10.14 of the Civil Service Rules. Background requirements will be evaluated throughout the hiring process.
• Must pass thorough background investigation, including a polygraph.
• You must be a United States citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, or deferred action childhood arrival (DACA) recipient.
• You must have the ability to read, speak, and write in the English language fluently.
• Verify that you do not meet any of the KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers.

Union Membership: This position is represented by the Public Safety Employees Union (PSEU).

Work Location: This position is based at the Black River building in Renton but may require travel to worksites throughout King County.

CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Jessica Lussier, HR Analyst - Senior, King County Sheriff’s Office, [e-mail], 206-263-2542

If you have specific questions about the assignment, please contact Elizabeth Massa, Research & Technology Manager, [e-mail]

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