Management Analyst I (Crime Analyst)

DeKalb County•Tucker, GA

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing criminal analysis duties in support of the Intelligence Unit of the DeKalb County Police Department. The Management Analyst I (Crime Analyst) role involves conducting operational research, productivity analyses, and management studies to understand departmental operations, programs, and services. The analyst will compile and monitor administrative and statistical data, research information pertinent to tasks, analyze data to identify trends, and prepare reports. Recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations, enhance service responsiveness, and optimize resource utilization will be developed. The role also includes coordinating and implementing special projects, assisting in planning, design, and evaluation, and providing administrative support. Additionally, the analyst will offer research and analytical assistance to department managers for strategic and long-range planning, participate in local and regional planning efforts, and research pending legislation that may impact the department. Financial reviews and analyses, including monitoring expenditures and financial reports, conducting cost analysis, and participating in budget development, are also key responsibilities. The position requires responding to inquiries and complaints related to County or department operations, providing information, researching problems, and initiating resolutions. Participation in meetings and keeping the director or supervisor informed of activities through periodic reports is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Public Administration or a related field required.
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field is preferred.
At least one year experience in law enforcement related statistical analysis is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs to include Excel, Access or comparable program(s) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observes and performs the work of various positions in the department to gain experience and learn about operations.
Conducts operational research, productivity analyses, and/or management studies to learn about departmental operations, programs, and services.
Compiles and/or monitors various administrative and statistical data pertaining to divisional operations.
Researches information pertinent to task or project.
Analyzes data and identifies trends.
Prepares or generates reports.
Makes recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations, provide more responsive service, and/or optimize the use of resources.
Develops recommendations for changes in departmental policies and procedures.
Performs tasks associated with the coordination or implementation of special projects for the department, including special events, introduction of new programs, and various professional services.
Participates in the planning, design, and evaluation of the project.
Assists in defining the scope of the project.
Identifies and recommends proper allocation of financial, material, and human resources committed to the project.
Formulates possible solutions or alternatives to service delivery.
Provides administrative support to the project as needed.
Provides research and analytical assistance to the department managers in support of strategic and long-range planning for departmental operations.
Participates in planning efforts at the local and regional level.
Researches pending legislation or other developments at the state and federal level that may impact the department.
Performs financial reviews and analyses for the department.
Compiles and evaluates operational data and cost histories.
Monitors and reviews billing activities, expenditures, and financial reports.
Conducts detailed cost analysis.
Makes recommendations to improve cost and operational effectiveness.
Participates in budget development.
Responds to complaints and questions related to County or department operations, activities, or other issues.
Provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
Participates in various meetings, functions, and events as appropriate.
Receives information about departmental operations.
Participates in discussions and decisions.
Keeps the director or the assigned supervisor apprised of all activities.
May be required to submit periodic reports detailing activities and observations of the work performed.