LAW ENFORCEMENT ANALYST

JOB DESCRIPTION

LAW ENFORC EMENT ANALYST
POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWPORT NEWS, VA Human Resources

Department

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for researching, collecting, collating,
evaluating, analyzing, and disseminating intelligence information and crime data. Reports to a Police
Captain.

There are two levels of Law Enforcement Analyst, distinguished by the level of work performed and
the qualifications of the employee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Compiles and analyzes criminal and intelligence data to locate and identify patterns and trends and
establish criminal profiles on career and violent criminals to aid in the prevention, suppression and
resolution of criminal activity, as well as assist in making connections between members and criminal
organizations; uses complex databases and software applications such as geographic information
systems (GIS) mapping systems, artificial intelligence networks, i2 link charts and other analytical
methodology; creates photo spread lineups to assist with investigations.

Assists detectives in case development and resolution by synthesizing or integrating analysis of data
to discover facts; generates and distributes reports of findings to aid administrative and operational
personnel in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention and suppression of criminal
activity; provides assistance to increase apprehensions and the clearance of cases; performs in
accordance with guidelines, procedures, and laws to include the release and dissemination of juvenile
information and work conducted on internal investigations.

Performs necessary research for criminal and intelligence data analysis to further assist the
department in solving the current cases or preventing future crimes tracked by the Analytical
Services Unit; prepares and maintains comprehensive reports, summaries, statistical reports, charts,
graphs, and maps of classified and unclassified information for department personnel in accordance
with training, laws, policies and procedures; testifies in court.

Monitors databases to ensure compliance with established procedures and applicable regulations and
laws; attends meetings and maintain liaisons with other local, state, and federal analyst professionals;
attends investigative and patrol lineups as needed to facilitate information flow.

Develops and maintains database programs for departmental personnel and public audiences;
instructs others in the use of crime and intelligence analysis and how to interpret statistical
information; creates and distributes intelligence bulletins, crime alerts, and other analytical reports;

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maintains and issues wanted posters and officer safety and awareness items; conducts presentations
to departmental personnel and public audiences.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community
and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also
expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

• Crime/Intelligence Analysis – Knowledge of criminal theory and practice, investigating

• Technology – Knowledge of personal computers to include word processing, statistical

• Customer Service – Thorough knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Computer Skills – Utilizes a personal computer with word processing, spreadsheet, and analytical

• Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships

REQUIRED ABILITIES

• Communication – Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of reports

• Judgement and Decision Making – Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and

• Time Management - Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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Law Enforcement Analyst- Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Intelligence, Statistics, Geography, or a
related field. Experience performing analyses with ArcMap, i2 Analyst Notebook, Rigel, or PenLink
and familiarity with NIBRS protocols and Crime/Intelligence Analysis certification is preferred.
Law Enforcement Analyst, Senior - Requires any combination of education and experience
equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Intelligence, Statistics,
Geography, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in crime or intelligence analysis work,
or a closely related field including experience in working with computers and statistical computer
applications. Experience performing analyses with ArcMap, i2 Analyst Notebook, Rigel, or PenLink
and familiarity with NIBRS protocols and Crime/Intelligence Analysis certification is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a comprehensive background investigation to include a local, state and federal criminal
history check; sex offender registry and credit check. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal
secret clearance.

A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responds to homicide call backs when needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work.

• Some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.

• Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds,

• Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
  

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such
as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes,
hazardous materials, fire, traffic hazards, toxic agents, explosives, firearms, violence, disease or
rude/irate persons.

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