Crime Intellegence Analyst

Complex Administrative And Investigative Support

The purpose of this position is to provide complex administrative and investigative support in the daily operation of the Police Department.

• Collects crime report data, arrest data, field interview data, intelligence reports, and other crime related data to determine crime patterns; conducts routine analysis of crime patterns, series, and trends using chronological and geographic measures and statistical methods.
• Collects, collates, analyzes, and presents detailed crime statistical reports; generates reports of crime trends and patterns; creates and distributes reports as requested; creates and makes presentations to Consolidated Government management and administrators, elected officials, citizen groups, and others.
• Inputs, accesses, and queries data in various local, state, and federal computer systems, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), police record systems, Georgia Crime Information Center database, and other systems; conducts routine analysis of data sets and databases; performs mapping functions and produces computer generated maps displaying crime activity geographically and temporally; updates and maintains GIS data pertaining to crime analysis;
  
  performs routine conversions of data sets from other formats; and queries databases for various analytical information.
• Provides crime analysis data to, and acts as liaison to, department personnel and other agencies; provides current and useful information to aid in meeting tactical crime control and prevention objectives; identifies and analyzes methods of operation of individual criminals; provides crime pattern recognition and analysis of data from field interrogations and arrests.
• Research, compiles, and reports information in support of traffic control and criminal investigations; compiles routine background and history information to assist investigators; and responds to ad hoc requests from command staff and other units of the department for meetings and briefings.
• Creates and maintains computer databases, spreadsheets, maps, and charts; digitizes hardcopy materials and information; analyzes computer outputs for completeness and accuracy; makes necessary corrections or updates; creates and produces various maps, charts, graphs, or other collateral materials; and provides digitized/hard-copy products to the public.
• Assists in training departmental staff in the development and maintenance of analytical systems and data collection; identifies information gaps and future collection requirements; and makes appropriate recommendations to streamline data collection processes.
• Attends training and studies current literature on research methodology, policing issues, and current law enforcement technology; makes appropriate recommendations for improvements in crime analysis/intelligence analysis practices.
• Assists in the design, testing, and/or maintenance of operational databases, analytical software, hardware, and peripheral equipment to enhance the quality of work product, improve productivity, and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated time frames, and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, law enforcement, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs other related duties as…