Auto Theft Intelligence Coordination Center (ATICC) Criminal Intelligence Analyst

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Colorado State Patrol’s Auto Theft Intelligence Coordination Center (ATICC), funded by the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority and housed within the Colorado Metropolitan Auto Theft Task Force, supports auto theft initiatives and partner agencies. ATICC provides tactical, strategic, administrative, investigative, and operational intelligence concerning motor vehicle and related crimes to Colorado State Patrol personnel and external partners. Its work includes identifying crime trends and patterns and supporting intelligence-led policing. The Criminal Intelligence Analyst accesses and analyzes information from databases and local, state, Tribal, federal, and private-sector partners to produce intelligence reports for public safety entities. The analyst uses software applications to extract and assess data, report findings that support investigations and prosecutions, and may testify in court. The position develops intelligence products and guides other analysts in creating clear, concise products addressing auto theft issues. It provides technical and expert guidance to ATICC leadership, supports the development of unit policies and procedures, applies the intelligence cycle to answer key intelligence questions, and may brief partner agencies, command staff, and other officials. The role also advises leadership on developments and tools relevant to auto theft intelligence gathering, analysis, and reporting. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work is primarily in an office, with the potential for a flexible arrangement combining office and remote work. Local and statewide travel is required for meetings, operations, and training.

Requirements

Meet one of the following minimum qualification options: six years of professional experience in criminal intelligence analysis or crime analysis; or a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, computer science, criminology, statistics, business, GIS, or a related field plus two years of professional experience in criminal intelligence analysis or crime analysis.
If using education and experience to meet the minimum requirements, submit an unofficial transcript with the application.
Be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
Have a valid Colorado driver’s license.
Pass the Department of Public Safety background check, obtain CIAC intelligence clearance approval, and obtain a U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secret Clearance.
Successfully complete a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, fingerprint-based criminal history search, driving history review, and drug testing.
Travel locally and statewide for meetings, operations, and training.

Nice To Haves

Forensic experience with platforms such as Cellebrite, Nighthawk, or BERLA.
Knowledge of automated license plate readers.
Experience in research methodology and statistics in a law enforcement capacity.
Fluency with relational databases and spreadsheet applications.
Experience with Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), records management systems, and analytical reporting software.
Dispatching experience, including radio communication.
Intermediate knowledge of Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) databases.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, interpret, and analyze criminal intelligence related to criminal activity, applying principles and theories of intelligence analysis and investigation.
Develop and publish intelligence products concerning motor vehicle crimes for local, state, and federal agencies.
Identify and provide information about possible suspects, their whereabouts, and criminal activity to investigators and other law enforcement personnel.
Interpret criminal-intelligence policies and help ensure they are followed.
Compile, compare, evaluate, and synthesize data into products that support operational, tactical, and strategic actions and planning.
Research, collect, interpret, and evaluate investigative reports and criminal-intelligence information for the Colorado State Patrol and partner law enforcement agencies.
Advise law enforcement personnel on assessing and appropriately handling criminal activity, arrest, intelligence, and fugitive reports.
Use criminal databases and software to extract and analyze data and report findings in support of investigations and prosecutions.
Apply the intelligence cycle, form analytical judgments, substantiate findings, and identify implications for command and the auto theft intelligence community.
Create intelligence products and guide other analysts in producing clear, concise, and logical work.
Provide technical and expert guidance to leadership and support development of ATICC policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Brief auto theft partners, command staff, or other high-ranking officials when requested.
Advise leadership about auto theft program philosophies and trends, and the value or limitations of resources, modifications, advancements, and electronic tools.
Travel locally and statewide for meetings, operations, and training.
Possibly testify in court proceedings regarding the analyst’s role in investigations.

Benefits

Medical and dental options for permanent employees and their dependents.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
State contribution to a Health Savings Account when enrolled in an HDHP.
Job-protected medical leave under FMLA and the Colorado FAMLI program.
Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
Potential eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements, depending on the role.
Mandatory PERA Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution retirement plan, with optional 401(k) and 457 plans.
Eleven paid holidays annually, accrued annual and sick leave, and four annual wellness days.
Employee Assistance Program offering short-term counseling, referrals, resources, training, and organizational development services.
Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.
Work-life programs, training, and professional development opportunities.