Crime Intelligence Analyst - City of Birmingham

JobsQuest•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The City of Birmingham is seeking a well-qualified, motivated Crime Intelligence Analyst to support law enforcement operations through the collection, analysis, and dissemination of crime-related information. This position plays a critical role in identifying crime patterns, trends, and emerging threats to inform investigative strategies, operational planning, and data-driven decision-making. Individuals in this role are expected to demonstrate strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. Work is performed under the general direction of a supervisor and evaluated through reports, analysis products, and overall effectiveness of outcomes.

Requirements

Ability to obtain NCIC (National Crime Information Center) certification within 90 days of hire.
Must be 18 years of age.
Never been convicted of a felony.
Never been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude or serious misdemeanor (e.g., 3rd degree assault, domestic violence, weapon or drug charges).
Driver’s license.
Associate’s degree (or higher) in criminal justice, business, data analysis, law enforcement, homeland security, or related field.
Experience using databases, spreadsheets, or comparable information systems to collect, organize, verify, and analyze data or information for accuracy, relevance, and to identify trends.
Experience conducting structured research using verifiable sources to identify patterns, relationships, timelines, and potential outcomes, and to summarize findings (e.g., summary reports, market research, investigation summaries).
At least two (2) years of experience as a full-time sworn law enforcement officer.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in criminal justice, business, data analysis, law enforcement, homeland security, or related field.
Experience working in a law enforcement, military, legal, or security environment.
Experience working as an Intelligence Analyst.

Responsibilities

Collects and compiles criminal intelligence information and statistics through personal contact, consulting research, and documenting information in order to generate intelligence data for support in criminal investigations.
Conducts complex research and strategic crime analysis by using probability studies, performing statistical analyses, developing and testing hypotheses, and developing victim and suspect profiles in order to predict criminal activity patterns and trends.
Develops and delivers detailed reports, intelligence documents, presentations, and briefings on criminal intelligence analysis in order to disseminate to agency personnel, prosecutors, and other law enforcement agencies.
Manages and monitors databases by editing and updating records, organizing information, and researching software in order to compile relevant crime-related information.
Establishes and maintains communication with external entities (e.g., law enforcement, district attorneys, state/federal agencies) in order to exchange information related to crime investigations.
Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.