Associate (Entry Level) Criminal Intelligence Analyst

ViaPath Technologies • Columbus, OH

1d • Remote

About The Position

ViaPath is seeking an entry-level Associate Intelligence Analyst to provide direct support to client staff. The analyst assists Corrections Investigations staff in developing actionable intelligence within facilities or for approved outside law enforcement agencies, within established time frames. The position is primarily remote/virtual, but the employee must be based in the Columbus, Ohio area and travel to the client site in Columbus as needed. The role calls for a team-oriented, adaptable analyst with strong communication skills who can support investigations, analyze information, prepare reports, and help facility staff use intelligence effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, four years of related experience in lieu of a degree, or a combination of education and experience.
• 0–2 years of experience as a criminal intelligence analyst, or equivalent experience with a government law enforcement or military agency performing technical tasks such as research, reviewing written documentation to identify and extract relevant information, preparing investigative reports or court documents, or working with statistical data.
• Ability to develop a fundamental understanding of intelligence processes in a correctional environment, including institutional operations and criminal procedures.
• Fundamental understanding of investigative and intelligence processes, including the intelligence cycle.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to learn ViaPath and third-party software applications within the first six months of hire.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet competing deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and interest and ability in conducting analysis and reporting findings.
• Proactive approach.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Must be based in the Columbus, Ohio area and able to travel to the client site in Columbus as needed.

Nice To Haves

• A concentration in Criminal Justice, Security and Intelligence, or a business-related field.
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to identify facility trends and potential areas of interest.
• Support facility investigations using specialized data-mining and link-analysis software.
• Monitor offender telephone calls.
• Learn facility operations, policies, procedures, and available data sources for analysis.
• Prepare analyses, evaluations, and recommendations for responses to gathered intelligence.
• Proactively develop intelligence in support of facility objectives and mission.
• Submit detailed reports to the facility regarding intelligence findings.
• Submit regular reports to superiors outlining the level of support provided and its benefit to the facility.
• Provide guidance and training to facility staff.
• Fulfill authorized requests for call recordings or other related data.
• Participate in court or other administrative hearings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
• Employer contribution to an HSA for eligible medical plans; healthcare and dependent-care spending accounts are available.
• Flexible Time Off, including vacation and sick time.
• Company holidays.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with employer matching contributions.
• Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability; additional voluntary coverage is available.
• Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support for personal, financial, and family matters.
• Additional well-being resources, including access to Care.com, Calm, Active&Fit, Telavet, LegalShield, and other lifestyle resources and discounted services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level