Job Description
Salary: $35.67 - $41.75 Hourly
Location : Hutto, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Police
Opening Date: 10/01/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Overview Title: Crime Analyst
Department: Police
Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW
Performs a variety of strategic, tactical and administrative duties relating to the systematic process of collecting, categorizing, analyzing and disseminating information on crime patterns, trends and potential suspects. Collects and organizes crime and criminal information from available resources; studies and analyzes crime scenes, patterns and trends; and prepares and presents detailed statistical, analytical and research reports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Performs a variety of crime analysis activities; reads, interprets and summarizes offense and crime reports and field interview cards to obtain information about crimes committed.
- Organizes summarized information into clear and concise reports; develops and prepare charts, graphs, maps, bulletins and related materials in order to track and present findings related to criminal activity.
- Communicates and exchanges criminal activities reports, trends and patterns to various division heads and administrators.
- Conducts background research on possible suspects with various State, County and Federal agencies; utilizes various data bases to research information.
- Determines criminal association and patterns of criminal activity relating to specific offenders or groups of offenders. Conducts background research on suspects or criminals; collects, compiles and analyzes intelligence data; and maintains records and intelligence files on certain repeat criminal offenders to recognize modus operandi.
- Serves on a variety of boards, and committees. Prepares and presents multiple administrative reports and other necessary correspondence.
- Develops and produces crime maps using geographic information systems applications. Conducts spatial analysis of crime data; prepares a variety of mapping products; and prepares and presents a variety of charts, graphs and reports.
- Interacts and communicates with Police personnel, other City employees and the community on crime analysis/research issues; and responds to ad-hoc requests for data, information and various reports.
- Maintains awareness of new developments in the field of crime analysis; incorporates new developments as appropriate into programs.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in police science, criminal justice, public administration, mathematics/statistics or a related field and;
Two years of increasingly responsible crime analysis and research experience.
PRINCIPLES OF POSITIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE
This position requires providing positive customer service. The key to good customer service is building positive relationships with the public, vendors, and co-workers.
CORE VALUES This position requires an individual to align with and maintain the standard as set by our organization's Core Values:
Integrity- Communicating honestly, being accountable, upholding moral principles, and supporting our organization's values
Collaboration- Showing teamwork is equally as cherished as individual achievements by celebrating positive outcomes together
Consistency- Producing an accomplished standard of work in the workplace
Servant leadership- Actively listening to exert a positive influence
Mutual respect- Valuing opportunity, unique contributions, and each other
Forward-thinking- Considering needs, listening to team members, and thinking innovatively
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking and repetitive motions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sedentary Work-Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally; a negligible amount of force frequently, and or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Benefits: If you are interested in the benefits we have in the City of Hutto, please follow the link:
At the City of Hutto we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. We offer free medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability for employees, and the ability to purchase plans for family members. The City of Hutto also provides:
- 2:1 Retirement contributions at 7% to Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- 14-Paid Holidays
- Bilingual and Misceallenous Certification Pay
- 3 Weeks Paid Vacation Per Year
- Education Reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year
- Paid Sick leave
- Paid Parental leave
- Remote Work
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flex & Compensatory Time
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