Part-Time Criminal Intelligence Analyst - (Real Time Crime Center)

Cobb County Government • Cobb County Police Department, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides administrative and investigative support in the daily operation of an assigned unit, specifically working the evening shift from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The role involves collecting and analyzing crime data to forecast patterns, generating statistical reports, and presenting findings to various stakeholders. The analyst will utilize various computer systems, including GIS, CAD, and law enforcement databases, to perform mapping functions and query data. Additionally, the position supports tactical crime control and prevention objectives by providing timely information, identifying criminal methods, and assisting investigators with background research. The role also includes creating and maintaining databases, spreadsheets, maps, and charts, training departmental staff, and staying updated on law enforcement technology. For those assigned to the Sheriff's Office, this role includes functioning as a field office command center during large-scale operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two or more years of progressively responsible and knowledgeable support work experience in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency.
• Broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Requires NCIC/GCIC within 6 months of assignment.
• Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
• Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals.
• Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Business or Data Analysis, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects crime reports data, arrest data, field interview card data, intelligence reports, and other crime related data to forecast crime patterns.
• Conducts routine analysis of crime patterns, series, and trends using chronological and geographic measures and statistical methods.
• Collects, collates, analyzes, and presents detailed crime statistical reports.
• Generates reports of crime trends and patterns.
• Creates and distributes reports as requested.
• Creates and makes presentations to County management and administrators, elected officials, citizen groups, and others.
• Inputs, accesses, and queries data in various County, state and federal computer systems, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Police Record Systems, Georgia and National Crime Information Center databases, and other systems.
• Conducts routine analysis of data sets and databases.
• Performs mapping functions and produces computer generated maps displaying crime activity geographically and temporally.
• Updates and maintains GIS data pertaining to crime analysis.
• Performs routine conversions of data sets from other formats.
• Queries databases for various analytical information.
• Provides crime analysis data, and acts as liaison, to department personnel and other agencies.
• Provides current and useful information to aid in meeting tactical crime control and prevention objectives.
• Identifies and analyzes methods of operation of individual criminals.
• Provides crime pattern recognition and analysis of data from field interrogations and arrests.
• Researches, compiles, and reports information in support of traffic control and criminal investigations.
• Compiles routine background and history information to assist investigators.
• Responds to ad hoc requests from command staff and other units of the department for meetings and briefings.
• Creates and maintains computer databases, spreadsheets, word processing, maps and charts.
• Digitizes hardcopy materials and information.
• Analyzes computer outputs for completeness and accuracy.
• Makes necessary corrections or updates.
• Creates and produces various maps, charts, graphs, or other collateral materials.
• Provides digitized/hard-copy products to the public.
• Trains departmental staff in the development and maintenance of analytical systems and data collection.
• Identifies information gaps and future collection requirements.
• Makes appropriate recommendations to streamline data collection processes.
• Attends training and studies current literature on research methodology, police issues, and current law enforcement technology.
• Makes appropriate recommendations for improvements in crime analysis/intelligence analysis practices.
• Assists in the design, testing and/or maintenance of operational databases, analytical software, hardware and peripheral equipment to enhance the quality of work product, improve productivity, and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• If assigned to the Sheriff's Office: Functions as field office command center during large scale operations/search warrants in order to provide a continuous communication link with agents, other agencies, databases and related resources.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED