ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the supervision of assigned Manager to perform advanced functions in collecting, collating, analyzing, and disseminating data relevant to actual and anticipated criminal activity. Supports police activities by providing highly detailed analytical information to Police Officers, Investigators, Administration and Command Staff in order to provide decision-supporting intelligence, which improves awareness and judgment. Contributes to intervention efforts, as well as supporting the investigative functions of Police Services by identifying and analyzing emergent crime patterns, trends, and series. Identifies, measures, forecasts, and recommends long-term public safety methods and related activities for the purpose of contributing to problem solving and reduction efforts. Provides information and analysis on police resources and actions and their consequences, including manpower, resource allocation, and potential focus areas. Researches, compiles, and interprets statistical data from a variety of sources including offense and arrest reports, census reports, etc. Participates in the development and maintenance of crime analysis programs including frequency, geographic factors, victims, targets, suspect descriptors, chronological information, suspect vehicle descriptions, modus operandi factors, and physical evidence information. Utilizes computer databases, quantitative and qualitative methodology, electronic spreadsheets, desktop publishing, word processing, and statistical applications such as SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) to manipulate, analyze and present data. Develops and maintains a working relationship with external law enforcement agencies, governmental agencies, and communities. Travels occasionally to police precincts and various locations for briefings.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Must be able to communicate both clearly verbally and in writing.
Requires the ability to operate general office equipment such as a computer and telephone.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment and involves contact with staff and Police personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Statistics, or a related field and five (5) years’ experience with three (3) of the five (5) years in a supervisory capacity; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Working knowledge in Criminology, Crime Analysis, Research Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Anthropology, or Computer Applications in a law enforcement environment preferred. Additional related experience in the analysis of criminal activities may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of four (4) years. Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Excel and PowerPoint, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred. All candidates must successfully pass a criminal justice employment background check to work within the Police Services Division.
The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
Division: Police Services
