Lead Analyst - Information Technology: Utica, NY

The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services is seeking to fill a full-time Lead Analyst - Information Technology position. The analyst will work on-site at the Mohawk Valley Crime Analysis Center in Utica, NY. The Center is staffed with a team of crime analysts and sworn law enforcement members who support area law enforcement agencies in their efforts to track and reduce Part I Crime.

Duties:

· Responsible for planning, design, application program development, maintenance, implementation, and quality assurance activities.

· Responsible for coordinating and addressing routine information technology- related service issues and working with support vendors to provide operational improvements to the Center.

· Responsible for reviewing Center operations to identify and implement data and technology-related solutions to improve overall Center operations.

· Conduct routine audits to ensure all system usages complies with confidentiality, security, and program standards.

· Will work in coordination with the NYS DCJS Office of Crime Analysis and Strategic Partners (OCASP) Technology Coordinator.

· Responsible for development, coordination, and testing of customer products and technologies to serve Center personnel and enhance overall Center operations, efficiencies, and services.

· Responsible for technical support of Center and partner agency connections; IT activities related to system design, configuration, maintenance, and administration of enterprise database systems.

· Advise on new technology purchases and coordinate with analysts on how to implement and use new technology to develop new products.

· Participate in the development of IT policies and procedures for the Center.

· Analyze alternative IT solutions to make recommendations in various operational areas.

· Implementation, maintenance, and management of Center hardware and software environment.

· Any other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor.

· Weekend/evening hours may be required.

Prerequisites:

· Experience with databases, spreadsheets, statistical computing, and/or geographic information systems.

· Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Access.

· Experience with computer programming (R, Python, SQL, or equivalent).

· Experience in providing Information Technology Support.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Minimum Qualifications:

· A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Geographical Information Systems, or a related field plus (2) years of experience with geographic information systems, database management, and IT support.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master's degree in Information Technology, GIS, or a related field of study.

· Knowledge of the criminal justice process.

· Experience with crime analysis and management of criminal justice databases.

Compensation:

· Starting salary $79,325.00.

· Employer-subsidized health insurance in compliance with the Affordable Care Act, dental insurance, and life insurance.

· Retirement plan [401(k)].

· Twelve (12) paid holidays plus seventeen (17) leave days annually.

Interested parties should send a letter of interest and an up-to-date resume to Hiring Manager; materials may be sent via e-mail to contact@finninstitute.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Questions may be directed to contact@finninstitute.org.

*The Finn Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer*

Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $79,325.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $79,325