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Under general supervision, is responsible for performing basic crime and intelligence 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: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Performs basic tactical crime analysis to support investigations.
- Performs basic tactical crime analysis to support patrol efforts.
- Updates and maintains a log or database of criminal offenses to facilitate tactical analysis.
- Performs basic intelligence analysis.
- Develops a variety of basic analytical products.
- Facilitates the transfer of crime information between local, fusion, regional, state, and federal agencies.
- Thinks critically to accomplish tasks such as research and document creation.
- Uses a vast array of software applications and resources, most at a basic to intermediate level.
- Attends and participates in unit, departmental, and professional meetings.
- 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.
- May testify in Court.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
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| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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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 city practice, policy, and procedure.
• Knowledge of the functions and organization of local, State, and Federal government.
• Knowledge of statistical research and reporting methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of crime analysis and intelligence theories, methodologies, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of law enforcement operation and procedures.
• 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 basic 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 provide clear and concise written analytical reports and bulletins.
• Ability to testify effectively under stressful conditions.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to think critically
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
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- 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.
- Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
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