Crime Intelligence Analyst Senior

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Job Description:

Crime Intelligence Analyst Senior

Purpose:

Under general supervision and with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgement, this position is responsible for performing advanced crime and intelligence analysis work for the purpose of reporting and presenting crime information, statistical trends, and criminal intelligence in support of the Austin Police Department.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Performs advanced tactical crime analysis in support on investigations.
  
• Performs advanced tactical crime analysis to support patrol efforts.
  
• Updates and maintains log or database of criminal offenses to facilitate tactical analysis.
  
• Performs strategic crime analysis.
  
• Performs advanced intelligence analysis.
  
• Develops a variety of advanced analytical products.
  
• Facilitates the transfer of crime information between Local, Fusion, Regional, State, and Federal agencies.
  
• Thinks critically, questions assumptions, and avoids bias with respect to sources, research methods, and document creation.
  
• Uses a vast array of software applications and resources, most at an advanced level.
  
• Attends and participates in unit, departmental, and professional meetings.
  
• Works as a leader on teams with other analysts, sworn personnel, and personnel from other agencies to provide analytical assistance, collect and disseminate intelligence, and share resources.
  
• May testify in Court. Performs related duties as assigned.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Advanced knowledge of the functions and organization of Local, State, and Federal government.
  
• Advanced knowledge of law enforcement operations and procedures.
  
• Advanced knowledge of crime analysis and intelligence theories, methodologies, techniques, and procedures.
  
• Advanced knowledge of statistical research and reporting methods, procedures, and techniques.
  
• Advanced knowledge of phone data analysis concepts.
  
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of financial crime data analysis concepts.
  
• Advanced skill in researching individuals or groups using law enforcement and open source intelligence resources.
  
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  
• Ability to effectively use charts, graphs, and geospatial mappings to provide information on crime series, patterns, and trends.
  
• Ability to write clear and concise analytical reports and bulletins of complex research and/or investigations.
  
• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to groups.
  
• Ability to think critically and apply ideas to real world situations.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  
• Ability to work independently while adjusting priorities and/or meeting deadlines.
  
• Ability to train others.
  
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
  
• Ability to testify effectively under stressful conditions.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Criminal Justice, Social Science, or in a field of study with an emphasis on research or analysis, plus four (4) years of experience in research, crime analysis, intelligence analysis, and/or interpretation of law enforcement data.
  
• Masters’ degree in the fields of study listed above may be substituted for experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.
  
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
  
• Certification by the International Association of Crime Analysts or the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using commercial and law enforcement databases such as: Accurint, TLO, N-DEx, Whooster, etc.
  
• Experience with mapping software such as ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
  
• Experience providing analytical support to patrol operations or criminal investigations including location analysis.
  
• Experience producing strategic or tactical analytical products.
  
• Experience with various open-source intelligence techniques to locate people, information, and identify potential threats/criminal activity.
  
• Experience leading and training a team.
  
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The Crime Intelligence Analyst and Seniors are expected to support the Austin Police Department, the patrol command within the department, and partnering agencies by performing but not limited to the following: Advanced crime and intelligence analysis work for the purpose of reporting and presenting crime information, statistical trends, and criminal intelligence in support of the Austin Police Department. Provide advanced analytical support in the form of administrative, tactical, and strategic reports. This is expected to be accomplished by working closely with sworn staff and other members of the police department.

Work Location: 715 E. 8th St. Austin, Texas 78701

Schedule: This position may be required to travel to more than one work location within Austin. Hours will generally fall within Mon-Fri 7:00am-5:00pm with the potential for after hours.

Payrate: $ 28.76 - $35.59

City of Austin Application:

A complete and detailed City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience and education. Application must include job titles, job duties performed, full or part time status. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used.

CBI:

Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Please Click here to find more information.

Secondary Employment:

All Austin Police employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.

• APD must review all secondary employment.
• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with APD, as well as current APD employees considering Secondary employment.

Benefits:

Working with the Austin Police Department provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click here to find more information.

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Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply , but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed . All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

This posting can close at any time after 7 days.

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EEO/AA statement:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2026-03-24

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