Crime Intelligence Analyst Senior
City of Austin Austin, TX, United States
- Location: Austin, TX, United States
- Categories: Administrative Analysis and Research, Criminology and Forensics
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: May 01, 2025
Job Description:
Crime Intelligence Analyst Senior
Description
Minimum Qualifications- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Criminal Justice, Social Science, or in a field of study with an emphasis on research or analysis, plus four (4) years of experience in research, crime analysis, intelligence analysis, and/or interpretation of law enforcement data.
- Masters’ degree in the fields of study listed above may be substituted for experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.
- Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
- Certification by the International Association of Crime Analysts or the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants
The Crime Intelligence Analyst roles support the Austin Police Department by providing intermediate to advanced level tactical, strategic, administrative, intelligence and investigative analysis in support of police operations and investigations. They will regularly develop and disseminate a wide range of analytical products. This position will work closely with sworn and civilian members of the police department, as well as with other are law enforcement agencies and public entities. The senior role may provide leadership, work assignments, evaluations, training and guidance to others.
City of Austin Application:
A complete and detailed City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience and education. Application must include job titles, job duties performed, full or part time status. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used.
A resume and cover letter must be submitted to be considered for this position but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please verify the employment history dates on your resume exactly match your online application.
CBI :
Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems ( CJIS ) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Please Click here to find more information.
Secondary Employment:
All Austin Police employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
- APD must review all secondary employment.
- Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with APD , as well as current APD employees considering Secondary employment.
Benefits:
Working with the Austin Police Department provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click here to find more information.
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Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
EEO /AA statement:
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Pay Range
$28.29 - $34.80
Hours
Monday-Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with after hours as business requires
Job Close Date 05/14/2025 Type of Posting External Department Police Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1520 Rutherford Ln., Austin, TX 78754 Preferred Qualifications
- Experience providing extensive analytical support to criminal investigations
- Experience producing, disseminating and presenting on a variety of analytical products
- Experience supporting criminal investigations through collaboration with intra-departmental and external agency working groups
- Experience with various open source intelligence techniques to locate information, identify investigative leads or identify potential threats to regional events
- Experience using a wide range of law enforcement databases and software such as i2 Analyst’s Notebook, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, Cellebrite, Accurint, TLO and Whooster
- Working knowledge, training and experience with the analysis of call detail records and engineering reports provided by major cellular service providers
- Experience testifying in court
- Experience with training and mentoring other personnel in crime and intelligence analysis
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Advanced knowledge of the functions and organization of Local, State, and Federal government.
- Advanced knowledge of law enforcement operations and procedures.
- Advanced knowledge of crime analysis and intelligence theories, methodologies, techniques, and procedures.
- Advanced knowledge of statistical research and reporting methods, procedures, and techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of phone data analysis concepts.
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of financial crime data analysis concepts.
- Advanced skill in researching individuals or groups using law enforcement and open source intelligence resources.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to effectively use charts, graphs, and geospatial mappings to provide information on crime series, patterns, and trends.
- Ability to write clear and concise analytical reports and bulletins of complex research and/or investigations.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex information to groups.
- Ability to think critically and apply ideas to real world situations.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to work independently while adjusting priorities and/or meeting deadlines.
- Ability to train others.
- Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
- Ability to testify effectively under stressful conditions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires a graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Criminal Justice, Social Science, or in a field of study with an emphasis on research or analysis, plus four (4) years’ experience in research, crime analysis, intelligence analysis, and/or interpretation of law enforcement data. Masters’ degree in the fields of study listed above may be substituted for experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Certification by the International Association of Crime Analysts or the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts may substitute for one (1) year of experience. Do you meet these minimum requirements?
- Yes
- No
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS-Criminal Background Investigation).
- Yes
- No
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience producing, disseminating and presenting on a variety of analytical products.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please explain your experience with various open-source intelligence techniques to locate information, identify investigative leads or identify potential threats to regional events.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience using a wide range of law enforcement databases and software such as i2 Analyst's Notebook, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, Cellebrite, Accurint, TLO and Whooster. If none, please write N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your working knowledge, training and experience with the analysis of call detail records and engineering reports provided by major cellular service providers. If none, write N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience testifying in court?
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
Optional & Required Documents
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