Public Safety Intelligence Analyst

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Investigative Unit enforces Ohio’s alcohol, tobacco, and SNAP fraud laws. OIU agents are sworn peace officers responsible for enforcing criminal violations that occur in relation to their investigative duties. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio Investigative Unit Report In Location - 1970 West Broad St., Columbus, OH 43223 Hours Worked - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Requirements

• 36 mos. exp. conducting research & writing reports using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in homeland security, political science, criminal justice, emergency management, public health, international affairs or related field; AND 12 mos. exp. conducting research & writing reports using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Must obtain LEADS certification; must renew LEADS certification biannually.
• Some positions at Department of Public Safety must be able to obtain & maintain secret level federal security clearance.
• Requires valid driver's license to operate state-owned vehicle or must be able to provide own transportation.
• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
• Position is identified as safety sensitive & is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Independently gathers, reviews & analyzes locally generated information (i.e., criminal activity, suspicious activity, data published in documents from sources such as the county auditor, recorder, Secretary of State, &/or county courts) based on time sensitive & emerging threats.
• Researches & analyzes data trends in order to identify criminal patterns & suspect activity in support of law enforcement task forces & public safety investigations.
• Utilizes Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS), social media accounts, informational databases, spreadsheets, reports &/or other sources for monitoring & assessing the development of criminal activity, threats or violence against the public &/or law enforcement personnel.
• Ensures timely dissemination of time sensitive & emerging threat information to all law enforcement, homeland security partners &/or other public safety disciplines.
• Conducts forensic financial analysis of businesses, individuals or groups identified as participating in suspicious or illegal activity.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free On-site Gym!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree