Crime Intel Analyst
About The Position
The City of Danville Police Department is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Criminal Intelligence Analyst for its Criminal Investigation Division. This civilian, non-sworn role provides analytical support to investigative and patrol teams by turning information and data into actionable intelligence that supports law enforcement efforts. The analyst gathers and synthesizes information from investigative sources, analyzes surveillance materials, identifies criminal networks and patterns, and prepares reports and briefings for officers. The role also works with investigative leadership to support data-driven deployment and patrol strategies, while maintaining confidentiality and complying with legal, ethical, and privacy standards.
Requirements
- Education or on-the-job experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Geographic Information Sciences, Information Systems, Statistics, Research Methodology, or a closely related field.
- Prior law enforcement or Data/Intelligence Analysis experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree, based on experience and abilities.
- Employees must establish their principal residence within 45 miles of the City of Danville corporate limits within six months after successful completion of their probationary period.
- City employees are expected to be honest, courteous, helpful to the public, and to handle matters confidently; the City Council's Code of Ethics applies to all City employees and officers.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of experience performing research and statistical analysis or closely related work is preferred.
- At least four years of experience performing investigative work is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Gather, process, and synthesize information from investigative sources, including phone records, social media, digital data, and open-source intelligence.
- Analyze video and photographic surveillance footage to identify patterns, cross-reference suspects, and extract evidence.
- Evaluate information about victims, complainants, and suspects to identify criminal networks, timelines, and behavioral patterns.
- Prepare intelligence briefings, charts, and reports to support detectives and patrol officers in investigations.
- Collaborate with investigative leadership to support strategic deployment and patrol efforts using data-driven trends.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure data collection complies with legal, ethical, and privacy standards.
Benefits
- Eleven paid holidays each year.
- Ninety-six hours of Earned-Time Leave each year.
- Eighty hours of vacation leave after the first year.
- Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund participation.
- Affordable health, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
- $10,000 paid life insurance.
- Optional deferred compensation.
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Job Type
Full-time
