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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Crime Intelligence Analyst
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (50) Para-Prof
Class Code: 12221 Salary Grade: OE8
Approved: May 14, 1998 Last Revised: September 11, 2017

Purpose:
 

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing 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.
  1. Performs tactical crime analysis to support investigations.
  2. Performs tactical crime analysis to support patrol efforts.
  3. Updates and maintains a log or database of criminal offenses to facilitate tactical analysis.
  4. Performs strategic crime analysis.
  5. Performs intelligence analysis.
  6. Develops a variety of analytical products.
  7. Facilitates the transfer of crime information between local, fusion, regional, state, and federal agencies.
  8. Thinks critically, questions assumptions, and avoids bias with respect to sources, research methods, and document creation.
  9. Uses a vast array of software applications and resources, most at an intermediate level.
  10. Attends and participates in unit, departmental, and professional meetings.
  11. Works as part of a team with other analysts, sworn personnel, and personnel from other agencies to provide analytical assistance, collect and disseminate intelligence, and share resources.
  12. May testify in Court.
  13. Performs related duties as assigned.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
 
  • None
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.

• Knowledge of the functions and organization of local, State, and Federal government..
• Knowledge of law enforcement operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedure..
• Knowledge of crime analysis and intelligence theories, methodologies, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of statistical research and reporting methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of phone data analysis concepts.
• 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.
• Skill in researching individuals or groups using law enforcement and open source intelligence resources.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to internal and external groups.
• Ability to testify effectively under stressful conditions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to think critically and apply ideas to real world situations.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate various aspects of the job to less senior staff.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to work independently while adjusting priorities and/or meeting deadlines.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
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 two (2) years’ experience in research, crime analysis, intelligence analysis, and/or interpretation of law enforcement data.
  • 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.
  • Master’s Degree in the fields of study listed above may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 
  • None

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.