Crime Analyst

*** After successful completion of training and satisfactory work performance, an incumbent may progress to a Senior Crime Analyst ($25.76 - $41.20) after one (1) year current and continuous experience as a Crime Analyst with the City of Dothan Police Department.***

The Crime Analyst provides real-time analytical and technical support to law enforcement operations by monitoring and analyzing data from surveillance systems, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), License Plate Reader (LPR), and other digital platforms. This involves identifying crime trends, preparing intelligence reports, and delivering actionable information to field personnel to enhance public safety and investigative efficiency.

Monitors live camera feeds, CAD calls, and social media to provide real-time situational updates to officers in the field. Tracks and analyzes active incidents to support tactical decision-making.

Identifies patterns, trends, and hotspots using statistical and geospatial tools.

Prepares bulletins, charts, and written reports for command staff and investigators.

Gathers and analyzes digital evidence (video, audio, social media) for criminal cases.

Conducts background checks and generates suspect profiles.

Acts as a liaison with local, state, and federal agencies to share intelligence and coordinate responses.

Briefs law enforcement partners on analytical findings.

Operates and troubleshoots integrated camera systems, LPR, and evidence management software.

Maintains databases and ensures data integrity for investigative use.

• Knowledge of criminal investigation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of compiling statistics, data and other information and present oral or written reports of same.
• Knowledge of creating reports and findings for administrative review and/or action. Ability to analyze and compare significant data and present it in logical form.
• Knowledge of analytical complex data sets and present findings clearly.
• Skill in multitasking and monitoring numerous technological platforms and to communicate the information clearly to law enforcement personnel within and outside the department.
• Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in planning, organizing, analyzing, decision making, and problem solving.
• Skill in public relations.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The Division Commander of Technical Services Division provides supervision and general guidance.

Guidelines include local, federal, and state laws, court rules, department general orders, and city policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

• The work consists of related technical duties. The unique nature of each case contributes to the complexity of the work.
• The purpose of this position is to perform real-time monitoring, long-term trend analysis and technical duties and to connect disparate data points to identify threats or investigative leads.
• Successful performance ensures efficient and effective collection, preservation, and analysis of evidence.

• Contacts are typically with department personnel, other city staff, representatives of other law enforcement agencies, and members of the public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee…