SENIOR CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE ANALYST Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4832788) Apply  SENIOR CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE ANALYST Salary $80,275.00 - $88,725.00 Annually Location 1200 Travis Job Type Full Time Job Number 36342 Department HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT Opening Date 02/19/2025 Closing Date 2/25/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS Job Classification: SENIOR CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE ANALYST Posting Number: PN# 36342 Division: PLANNING AND DATA GOVERNANCE Reporting Location: 1200 TRAVIS ST. Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY; 8 AM – 4 PM* *Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Focuses primarily on strategic, administrative, and research-oriented analytical projects under our Crime Analysis and Research Unit. Provides analytical support to ongoing special programs including CompStat, and other crime reduction initiatives. Responds to requests for information under the Texas Public Information Act. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Analyzes organized crime patterns. • Compiles and analyses data to find the links between criminals and crimes, and the relationships between criminals and crime groups. • Prepares, edits, and revises reports, special projects, and publications on criminal associations and crime patterns on organized crime, white-collar crime, and major conspiracies. • Interprets, reviews and makes recommendations in the evaluation and design of workflow, processes, policies, and procedures. • May serve as a lead and train less skilled analysts. • Shows demonstrable expertise with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and ArcGIS Pro applications. • All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job description. WORKING CONDITIONS The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions “Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.” If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires an Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Science, Statistics, or a field closely related to the position’s duties and responsibilities. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Two years of experience as a Criminal Intelligence Analyst and four years of related experience in a law enforcement agency or in a position with verifiable professional analytical and practical skills. Advanced knowledge of intelligence business systems/databases and statistics. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None. PREFERENCES Preference shall be given to applicants who possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Science, or another field closely related to the position’s duties and responsibilities. Preference shall be given to applicants who possess the LEAF or CLEA certification from the International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA), the Basic or CICA certification from the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts (IALEIA), or any state-issued crime and/or intelligence analyst certification. Preference shall be given to applicants who have demonstrable proficiency in the following software applications, computer languages or technologies: Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, ArcGIS Pro, R Studio, Python, Power BI, M Language, DAX, or Microsoft T-SQL. Preference shall be given to applicants who have an interest in data science, crime research, data mining, and workflow & process automation: **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED Department may administer skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification Pay Grade 24 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713-308-1289). If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1289). (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 How many years of experience do you have as a Criminal Intelligence Analyst? + Less than 2 years + At least 2 years + At least 3 years + At least 4 years + 5 years or more + No experience 02 How many years of related experience in a law enforcement agency or in a position with verifiable professional analytical and practical skills and advanced knowledge of intelligence business systems/databases and statistics do you possess? + Less than 2 years + 2 years but less than 4 years + 4 years but less than 5 years + 5 years but less than 6 years + 6 years but less than 7 years + 7 years or more + No experience 03 What is the highest level of education you have obtained? + Less than a High School diploma/GED + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree or higher 04 What field of study is your degree in? + Criminal Justice + Public Administration + Business Administration + Social Science + Statistics + A closely related field + I do not have a degree 05 Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Science or a field closely related to the position's duties and responsibilities? + Yes, I possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Information Science. + Yes, I possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in a field closely related to the position's duties and responsibilities. + This statement does not apply to me. 06 If selected "a closely related field of study", please indicate the degree you've obtained (see resume is not acceptable, if statement does not apply please type N/A) 07 Do you possess the LEAF or CLEA certification from the International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA)? + Yes, I possess the LEAF or CLEA certification from the International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA). + This statement does not apply to me. 08 Do you possess the Basic or CICA certification from the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts (IALEIA)? + Yes, I possess the Basic or CICA certification from the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts (IALEIA). + This statement does not apply to me. 09 Do you possess a state-issued crime and/or intelligence analyst certification? + Yes, I possess a state-issued crime and/or intelligence analyst certification. + This statement does not apply to me. 10 Please provide a description of your certification credentials (name of issuer, date obtained, name of certification, etc). If this statement does not apply please type "N/A". 11 Best describe your experience in: Preparing, editing, and revising reports, special projects, and publications on criminal associations and crime patterns. + I have never been trained in or performed this activity. + I have been trained in the activity but have not performed it. + I have been trained in this activity and have performed it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not performed this activity on my own, but I have assisted others in performing this activity on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job and have directed others in its performance. 12 Best describe your experience in: Interpreting, reviewing and making recommendations in the evaluation and design of workflow, processes, policies, and procedures. + I have never been trained in or performed this activity. + I have been trained in the activity but have not performed it. + I have been trained in this activity and have performed it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not performed this activity on my own, but I have assisted others in performing this activity on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job and have directed others in its performance. 13 Best describe your experience in: The complex research and analysis of criminal data. + I have never been trained in or performed this activity. + I have been trained in the activity but have not performed it. + I have been trained in this activity and have performed it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not performed this activity on my own, but I have assisted others in performing this activity on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job and have directed others in its performance. 14 Best describe your experience in: Compiling and analyzing data to find the links between criminals and crimes. + I have never been trained in or performed this activity. + I have been trained in the activity but have not performed it. + I have been trained in this activity and have performed it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not performed this activity on my own, but I have assisted others in performing this activity on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job and have directed others in its performance. 15 Best describe your experience in: Serving as a lead and training less skilled analysts. + I have never been trained in or performed this activity. + I have been trained in the activity but have not performed it. + I have been trained in this activity and have performed it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not performed this activity on my own, but I have assisted others in performing this activity on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job and have directed others in its performance. 16 Best describe your experience with: Microsoft Excel. + I have never been trained in or used this software. + I have been trained on this softwar.e but have not used it. + I have been trained on this software, and I have used it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not used this software on my own, but I have assisted others in using this software on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job and have directed others in using this software. 17 Best describe your experience with: Microsoft Access. + I have never been trained in or used this software. + I have been trained on this software but have not used it. + I have been trained on this software, and I have used it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not used this software on my own, but I have assisted others in using this software on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job and have directed others in using this software. 18 Best describe your experience with: ArcGIS Pro. + I have never been trained in or performed this activity. + I have been trained in the activity but have not performed it. + I have been trained in this activity and have performed it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not performed this activity on my own, but I have assisted others in performing this activity on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job. + I have performed this activity on my own on the job and have directed others in its performance. 19 Best describe your experience with: R Studio. + I have never been trained in or used this software. + I have been trained on this software but have not used it. + I have been trained on this software, and I have used it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not used this software on my own, but I have assisted others in using this software on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job and have directed others in using this software. 20 Best describe your experience with: Python. + I have never been trained in or used this software. + I have been trained on this software but have not used it. + I have been trained on this software, and I have used it in a classroom or as a training exercise. + I have not used this software on my own, but I have assisted others in using this software on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job. + I have used this software on my own on the job and have directed others in using this software. 21 Please describe any prior City of Houston or Houston Police Department job postings that you have applied to in the past. (If this statement is not applicable, please type N/A.) 22 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No Required Question