Crime Analyst
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Description
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION – TWO (2) ATTACHMENTS ARE REQUIREDThe City of Gaithersburg Police Department is accepting applications for a Crime Analyst to collect, compile, examine, analyze, report, and disseminate information concerning crime trends and forecasts within the Gaithersburg area. This is a civilian position assigned to the Departments Special Operations Bureau. The approximate start date for the position is anticipated to be August 5, 2024.
The Crime Analyst performs a variety of functions involved in analyzing and reporting findings on criminal activity, crime trends, patterns and series, and other related statistical data and information in support of crime prevention and suppression efforts. Information identified by the Crime Analyst assists the Department in the deployment of resources, aids the investigative process, and assists with increasing apprehensions and clearing cases. To be successful in this position, you must demonstrate excellent analytical, problem solving, and communication (verbal and written) skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail be proficient in or have the ability to quickly learn computer program applications commonly used in law enforcement and data analysis and be able to effectively organize work, establish priorities, manage time, and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision. Anticipated starting salary for this position is negotiable within the target hiring range ($74,000 to $81,000) and will be offered at a level consistent with the relevant experience and qualifications of the candidate. We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, training and professional growth opportunities, and excellent work/life balance.
APPLICATION PROCESS : In addition to completing the online job application for this position, you are required to complete the Gaithersburg Police Departments Civilian Applicant Questionnaire (PDF) and attach it to your online job application for this position prior to submitting your application through the online process. You must also attach your current resume when submitting the online application. Only applicants who submit a completed online employment application, resume, and the Civilian Applicant Questionnaire will be moved to the next step in the review and selection process.
- The 26-page Civilian Applicant Questionnaire requires a significant amount of information. Complete this document before you begin the online application process, as you MUST attach your completed Questionnaire to your application when you submit it.
- To complete the Questionnaire, you must save the file to a computer, open it with Adobe Reader, fill it out, save it, then attach the completed and saved document to your application before submitting the application through the online process.
- Read all instructions carefully and complete all sections of the Questionnaire as accurately and thoroughly as possible.
- If you are unable to sign (e-sign) your Questionnaire on the pages where a digital signature is required, submit the Questionnaire without signatures. You will have an opportunity to provide signatures if you are selected to move forward in the process.
- Your resume and/or any other materials may not be submitted in lieu of your completed application and Civilian Applicant Questionnaire. The application and Questionnaire must be filled out completely incomplete applications and/or questionnaires will be rejected.
- Online applications and attached materials are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
Job Functions
What you will do with us:- Create statistical reports by extracting, compiling, organizing, reviewing, and comparing incident reports, Computer Automated Dispatch (P1 CAD), and other documents and enter pertinent information into ongoing databases.
- Review, analyze, investigate, and integrate statistical information identify and make conclusions regarding crime series, patterns, trends, hot spots, changes in criminal activity, suspects, etc. prepare predictions based upon previous reported activity and an analysis of typical behavior patterns.
- Communicate and report statistical information, findings, or recommendations to supervisory and management staff, department personnel, and other police agencies.
- Write and distribute bulletins and alerts to police officers and other law enforcement agencies.
- Perform tactical analysis involved in the recognition and identification of series related crimes including burglaries, motor vehicle thefts, and robberies.
- Conduct and evaluate searches of databases and other information systems to assist in locating suspects and victims and to identify stolen property.
- Develop, prepare, and generate crime summaries, periodic statistical reports, spreadsheets, charts, maps, diagrams, graphs, and related materials to track, document, and present findings related to criminal activity, patterns, and trends.
- Prepare formal presentations and computer generated maps to disseminate information and present data and findings to various audiences and groups.
- Research and advise management on needs and requirements related to statistical data processing information systems and tools and the retention of appropriate data.
Qualifications
What you will need to be considered:- Associates Degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Mathematics/Statistics, Public Administration, or related field.
- At least two years of relevant experience in statistical analysis and research.
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and experience using (or ability to quickly learn) program applications such as P1 CAD, ArcGIS, LexisNexis, and CrimeNtel.
- Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to write clear and accurate technical reports.
- Ability to apply critical thinking skills in analyzing data, trends and patterns to spot problems and interpret their impacts
- Ability to quickly develop a working knowledge of the Citys geography, as well as the laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the City.
- Or any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job.
Additional Information
Interested applicants must submit the following to be considered:- A complete online application
- A complete Civilian GPD Applicant Questionnaire (attached to the application)
- Current resume (attached to the application)
This is a full-time salaried exempt position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week (not eligible for overtime compensation under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Citys personnel regulations). The position can accommodate some remote work (at the discretion of the Police Chief). Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all City of Gaithersburg employees.
The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation, including a comprehensive background investigation required for civilian employees of the Gaithersburg Police Department. The City has established an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free workplace which applies to any person employed by, conducting business with, or applying for a position with the City. Each employee, as a condition of their employment, may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees classified as safety sensitive are also subject to immediate post accident and random testing.
For more information about the position, contact Police Administrative Bureau Commander Lt. John Leache at John.Leache@gaithersburgmd.gov or 240-805-1792. Questions regarding the online application process may be directed to the Department of Human Resources at hr@gaithersburgmd.gov or 301.258.6327.
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other openings in this classification which occur in the next 12 months.
The City of Gaithersburg offers its full-time employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and professional lives. Employees are eligible on their first day of employment (unless otherwise specified). We provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – employer pays 85% of premium in each tier
- Multi-tiered coverage options (single, single + spouse, single + child, single + children, family)
- Retirement Health Savings contribution (for non-participants in medical or dental plans)
- CIGNA HealthCare Open Access Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Wellness Initiatives
- Sun Life Indemnity Plan
- Use a dentist of choice or participating dentist for increased savings
- Basic or Enhanced Plans offered
- National Vision Administrators
- Use a provider of choice or participating provider for increased savings
- Eligible for immediate enrollment in all plans upon hire
- 401A – Employer contribution equivalent to 8% of employees annual base salary fully vested after 5 years
- 401K – Employer 3% matching contribution on the first 5% of employees annual base salary contributed by the employee fully vested after 5 years
- 401A Supplemental – Additional 5% employer contribution to eligible employees in the Public Works and Police Departments who have physically demanding jobs on a consistent basis fully vested after 10 years
- 457-deferred compensation plan and Roth IRA (employee contributions only)
- Vacation (12 – 24 days accrued annually accrual rate based on years of service)
- Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually unlimited accrual)
- Personal Leave (28 hours granted annually)
- Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)
- Long-Term Care Insurance (employer paid for base plan coverage) buy-up and spouse coverage available (employee paid)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans
- Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability & Workers Compensation Insurance
- Multilingual Stipend ($2,080 per year for eligible employees, paid biweekly)
- Housing Stipend (Up to $3,600 per year for eligible employees)
- Tuition Assistance (Up to $5,250 per year eligible after 1 year of service)
- Healthy Lifestyle Incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
- First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
- Ongoing Training/Personal Development Programs
- Credit Union
- Recreation & Leisure Opportunities & Discounts
- Direct Deposit (required)
