Crime Analyst I/II

City of Indio•Indio, CA

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs professional crime and intelligence analysis in support of Police Department operations. Collects, researches, analyzes, and interprets crime, intelligence, and public safety data to identify crime patterns, trends, series, and emerging issues. Produces analytical products, reports, maps, dashboards, and bulletins to support operational, investigative, tactical, strategic, and administrative decision-making. Provides analytical support to field operations, investigations, the Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC), and command staff by identifying crime patterns and suspect linkages, forecasting crime trends, developing investigative leads, supporting resource deployment and long-term planning, and facilitating information sharing among law enforcement partners. Prepares and presents analytical findings, reports, and visual products to command staff, department personnel, partner agencies, and community stakeholders to support informed decision-making and public safety initiatives. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED.
Completion of college-level coursework from an accredited college or university in crime analysis, data analysis, criminal justice, or a closely related field is required.
Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical, research, or data-management skills and a willingness to learn crime-analysis methodologies.
One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience performing duties equivalent to a Crime Analyst I within the City of Indio or a comparable public safety agency.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Possession of a Crime and Intelligence Analyst Certificate issued by the California Department of Justice is required or must be obtained within a timeframe established by the City.

Responsibilities

Collects, compiles, and analyzes data from police reports, calls for service, records management systems, Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) tools, and other authorized sources
Identifies crime patterns, trends, and series; analyzes case and suspect information; conducts criminal history and report reviews; and develops analytical leads and case matrices to determine linkages between incidents.
Produces tactical, strategic, and administrative crime analysis products
Provides analytical support to field operations, investigations, RTCC functions, and command staff
Supports performance reporting processes through preparation of data, charts, and analytical summaries
Develops and maintains crime dashboards, maps, and data visualizations using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related tools
Prepares reports, bulletins, charts, and presentations; communicates findings in a clear and understandable manner
Presents analytical information to department personnel and as assigned, community stakeholders
Coordinates and exchanges information with allied law enforcement agencies within the Coachella Valley region and surrounding jurisdictions
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with department personnel, regional partners, and outside agencies
Assists in information sharing processes with external law enforcement partners, including state and federal agencies, in accordance with applicable laws and policies
Supports departmental intelligence functions, including assistance to the Threat Liaison Officer (TLO) program as assigned
Utilizes Geographic Information Systems (GIS), analytical software, and law enforcement technology systems to support analysis and reporting
Applies statistical, trend, and geospatial analysis techniques to support operational decision-making
Conducts research and recommends data-informed strategies to support crime reduction and operational effectiveness
Maintains proficiency in analytical tools, GIS applications, and emerging technologies relevant to law enforcement analysis and investigation.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with community organizations, local and state agencies, associations, City staff and management, and the public.
Prepares periodic crime bulletins and notices for dissemination within the Police Department and to appropriate outside agencies.
Appears and testifies in court and other legal proceedings regarding crime analysis activities, findings, and related records when requested by subpoena, the District Attorney’s Office, or Department command staff.
Performs related duties as assigned.