This position is responsible for providing tactical, strategic, and administrative analysis using crime data and other information gathered from multiple sources to assist with the planning and deployment of police resources. Work also consists of conducting analysis for the purpose of identifying, interpreting, and forecasting criminal activity, patterns, trends, and other duties as assigned.

MAJOR DUTIES

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Conducts comprehensive analysis of data and information and creates a variety of reporting products that can be used by department personnel for multiple purposes.
• Performs tactical and strategic analysis of the city’s crime data and criminal intelligence for the purpose of aiding in the development of strategies for crime suppression or offender apprehension.
• Provides administrative analysis that can be used for planning or decision-making tasks related to department operations such as resource allocation, patrol area reconfiguration, and other analysis as requested.
• Helps ensure that collected data is accurate and reported correctly.
• Utilizes computer equipment and software programs to enter, analyze, compile, research, retrieve, and query information from databases and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) records.
• Prepares a variety of daily, weekly, monthly, annual, or on-request analysis reports
• Responds to requests from command and supervisory personnel for analysis information, which may require attendance at various meetings or briefings.
• Provides crime and intelligence analysis in support of the department’s Intelligence Led Policing process.
• Makes recommendations about how crime and intelligence analysis may be used to combat crime and address other public safety concerns.
• Interprets information, collects, and categorizes data that describes frequency of crimes as well as a variety of factors and descriptors related to crime patterns.
• Participates in the investigative process through analytical examination of data and intelligence, preparing demonstrative evidence products for court as needed, and identifying case linkages in support of successful prosecution.
• Maintains criminal intelligence databases in accordance with established guidelines.
• Conducts open-source research and data analysis of social media for potential criminal activity and/or threats to the community.
• Prepares and disseminates actionable intelligence reports and crime bulletins in a timely manner.
• Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains positive working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
• Frequently interacts with department personnel, the public, vendors, and other outside representatives to exchange detailed and/or technical information.
• Prepares for and actively participates in briefings and meetings.
• Conducts presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Performs other duties and activities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required by the position

• Knowledge of computer data systems, statistical analysis, and mapping programs.
• Knowledge of principles of statistics and quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, demographic and social variables affecting public safety.
• Skill in computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite).
• Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and research skills.
• Ability to perform data collection and analysis using various methods such as random sampling, correlation, regression, and probability.
• Ability to conduct quantitative analysis of data for the purpose of crime pattern detection, suspect crime correlations, profiles, and crime forecasting.
• Ability to conduct fact finding research and data comparisons using multiple collection methods.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of departmental information.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, and prioritize data for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sit or stand for prolonged periods; correctable visual acuity to read a computer screen and a typeset page; fine finger dexterity to manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; speak audibly and clearly; hear in-person, radio, and telephone conversations; occasionally transport objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office environment with extensive time spent at a computer workstation. Great mental effort is required daily; moderate mental pressure and fatigue exist during a normal workday due to constant exposure to deadlines; Environment includes a normal range of noise and other distractions with low everyday risks working around standard office equipment. Occasional visits to other department work sites may be required. Some travel to professional meetings is expected.

The City of Stockbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to equal access and equal treatment of all applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or disability.