Job description
Department Information, Job Summary and Essential Job Functions
NOTE:
The normal starting salary for this position is $
57,148.56
/
annually
. A higher salary may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City’s step placement policy.
NOTE: This position is funded through a federal grant. Funding for this position may be re-evaluated on a yearly basis.
NOTE: The Oklahoma City Police Department’s Body Art/Visible Tattoo Policy is available at the following link: https://joinokcpd.com/tattoo-policy. Please ensure you have read the policy, understand the policy, and are willing and able to comply with the policy.
DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is located in the Special Investigations Division and the Investigations Division of the City of Oklahoma City Police Department and reports directly to a Police Lieutenant. There is a possibility that this position will be assigned to shift two.
JOB SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
This position is in the S pecial Investigations Division of the Oklahoma City Police Department and is under the direction of a Police Lieutenant. The primary responsibility of this classification is to compile, maintain, analyze and track crime information, aid in determining patterns, trends, and/or identify groups and individuals of concern, and provide administrative support. A Senior Crime Analyst must possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities prior to assuming the job. Essential job functions include: researching, gathering, and analyzing crime data to identify crime patterns, suspect characteristics, and/or demographic information; utilizing online social media platforms to obtain information and tactical intelligence relevant to criminal investigations and matters of public safety; compiling and utilizing computer systems to prepare reports, graphs and maps for presentation to investigators and/or management; sorting and maintaining police reports, crime information, bulletins, and articles used to document criminal history or statistics; preparing analytic products to assist management in the recommendation of staffing patterns and/or levels based on anticipated criminal activity; and preparing bulletins, and/or disseminating information. Other duties may include: providing functional supervision and training of Crime Analysts; and coordinating with investigators pursuing criminal prosecution and assisting in the presentation of crime information. The position has regular contact with law-enforcement personnel, other law-enforcement agencies, citizens, etc. to gather criminal statistical data and exchange work related information. The employee works primarily independently and reports to an immediate supervisor. The work products are reviewed by the immediate supervisor for overall quality, accuracy, and adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
VETERANS PREFERENCE
Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Job Requirements
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Knowledge of the theory, principles, practices, and methods of crime analysis.
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Knowledge of principles, practices, methods and techniques of statistical and data analysis.
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Knowledge of the theory, principles, practices, and methods of proper collection and preservation of digital evidence.
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Skill in obtaining open source intelligence through online social media platforms.
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Skill in organizing, compiling, and working accurately with information.
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Skill in verbal and written communication.
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Ability to analyze crime patterns and/or statistical data and draw sound conclusions.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
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Ability to prepare and present complex information and statistical reports in an understandable format.
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Ability to prepare computer generated graphs, charts, maps, tables and other illustrative devices.
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Ability to work independently and as a team member.
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Ability to effectively recommend corrective action regarding crime trends and criminal activity.
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Ability to travel.
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Willingness to maintain confidentiality.
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Willingness to uphold departmental standards and policies.
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Willingness and ability to appear in court to provide evidentiary testimony.
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Possession of Crime Analyst certification from the Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Units by having completed the Foundation of Intelligence Analyst Training (FIAT).
DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES
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Experience as a Crime Analyst. -
Ability to acquire a Crime Analyst certification from the Association ok Law Enforcement Intelligence Units (must be done within one year of employment).
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primarily indoors, in a climate-controlled environment.- Occasionally required to work beyond normal scheduled work hours.
- Occasional local travel or out-of-town travel.
- Frequently placed on-call after normal working hours.
NOTE: Typical City employee working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, working hours vary (may require work to begin before 8:00 a.m. and/or end beyond 5:00 p.m., and/or may require work on weekends and holidays), and are subject to change, based on the duties and location of the position and the business needs of the assigned work unit/department.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Manual and finger dexterity enough to operate equipment such as keyboards, calculators, etc.- Near vision enough to read and draft written communications or both manually and machine-generated reports, documents, graphs, etc.
- Hearing and speech enough to communicate in person and by telephone.
Other Notes
NOTE: Civilian employees of the Oklahoma City Police Department must successfully complete a comprehensive background check and polygraph test prior to employment.
NOTE: Applicants invited to interview for this position will be required to complete a one-way video interview using Spark Hire video interview software.
NOTE: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.
NOTE TO FORMER EMPLOYEES: To participate in any selection process, former employees must be eligible for rehire. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division.
NOTE: Upon a conditional offer and acceptance of employment, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a background investigation/verification. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.
NOTE: Completion of the supplemental questions is required. Applicant responses to supplemental questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to supplemental questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to supplemental questions have not been provided.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530.
The City of Oklahoma City is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.
The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression), age, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.
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