What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Analyst position at City of St. Joseph?
JOB TITLE: Crime Analyst
DEPARTMENT: Police
DIVISION: Detectives
SALARY: $21.42307/hr $44,560.00 annually
CLOSING DATE: February 27, 2025
Job Summary/Scope
Performs crime analysis work involving the collection, processing, and dissemination of data and information to and from local, state, federal, and international jurisdictions to support and enhance the investigation and prosecution of individuals engaged in criminal activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
DEPARTMENT: Police
DIVISION: Detectives
SALARY: $21.42307/hr $44,560.00 annually
CLOSING DATE: February 27, 2025
Job Summary/Scope
Performs crime analysis work involving the collection, processing, and dissemination of data and information to and from local, state, federal, and international jurisdictions to support and enhance the investigation and prosecution of individuals engaged in criminal activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts and prepares assessments of criminal activity, threats, and vulnerabilities.
- Researches and analyzes relevant publications and other source materials, summarizes data collected, and disseminates pertinent documents to aid investigators in criminal cases.
- Analyzes and reviews intelligence information on organized crime, gambling, and related criminal activities and reports information to appropriate individuals or groups.
- Provides intelligence information and serves as a liaison with appropriate public safety divisions and local, state, federal, and international jurisdictions for the prevention and suppression of crime.
- Compiles data; conducts analysis; prepares correspondence; and reports on crime developments, criminal activity, or other information pertaining to identified subjects.
- Attends meetings, trainings, and workshops related to criminal activities, intelligence gathering, analyzing techniques, or other topics to assist law enforcement personnel in evaluating and sharing related pertinent information.
- Uses teletype and/or computer terminals to access driver’s licenses, criminal records, files from various agencies, National Crime Information Center/Missouri Information Analysis Center (NCIC/MIAC) records, and vehicle registration databases to identify subjects for law enforcement agencies.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs all other related duties assigned.
Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.
Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to conduct analysis, to interpret results, and to communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of crime analysis, and the agency’s policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Skill in the operation of statistical analysis and forecasting tools, and the use of a computer and applicable software.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, word, outlook & excel.
- Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
- Ability to think logically to solve problems.
- Ability to multitask
Material and Equipment Directly Used
Daily use of personal computers, printers and software programs.
Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Requires good vision and typing skills. Most work is performed in an office setting with a controlled environment. This job can require long hours working at a computer terminal. Occasionally lifts 10 to 20 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested and approved by the appropriate supervisor, consistent with City personnel policies.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, statistics, or crime analysis preferred.
Passing of a drug screening and criminal background check is required prior to the appointment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a Governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.
The City is a Governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.
Salary : $44,560
