Crime Analyst

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to collect, collate, analyze, disseminate, and evaluate crime data to discover developing trends, patterns, and changes in criminal activity, using mapping and other analytical software. The Crime Analyst works within the Office of Management Analysis and Planning of the Milwaukee Police Department.

Essential Functions:

• Produce information related to crime trends to assist the department’s operational and administrative personnel in preventing and suppressing criminal activities, aiding the investigative process, increasing apprehension of offenders and clearing cases.
• Prepare data used to make recommendations on manpower deployment and resource allocation. 
• Maintain statistical reports that detail the results of analysis, conclusions, and recommendations; prepare periodic statistical reports for department commanders. 
• Measure and forecast long-term public safety activity related to problem solving, intervention, and crime reduction efforts. 
• Collect, analyze and interpret data received from various departmental units and other law enforcement agencies. 
• Maintain proficiency with GIS software and crime analysis methods and tools. 
• Analyze crime information, statistical data, reports and documents from Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies. 
• Assist members of the department, elected officials and community members in obtaining data from systems to which they have access.
• Train department members on access to and analysis of data.  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an academic field such as statistics, sociology, criminal justice or a closely related field from an accredited college or university 
• Two years of experience conducting research using complex statistical analysis and statistical computer programs. NOTE:  College transcripts must be submitted with the application.
• Experience in the use of statistical computer programs, such as SPSS or SAS and experience working with GIS software, computer databases, relational databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.  
• Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Geography, Public Policy, Public Administration, or other related fields of study with a concentration in statistics, research methods, intermediate or higher quantitative or qualitative methods from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of law enforcement computer systems (i.e., RMS, CAD). 
• IACA certification desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data and statistics using quantitative and qualitative methodology. 
• Ability to prepare and present complex statistical reports.
• Ability to effectively participate in team efforts to improve/develop departmental programs and services. 
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in completing assigned tasks. 
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to effectively prepare and present findings to command-level officers and other local, state and federal law enforcement officials.
• Knowledge and experience with computer systems in order to conduct research, analyze data, and effectively present and communicate findings.

Application Procedure:

• Applications can be accessed by visiting www.jobaps.com/MIL.     
• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than October 28, 2016.     
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.    
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.     
• For additional information about the position, please contact Vanessa Armstrong, Human Resources Analyst Senior, by email:  varmst@milwaukee.gov or phone:  (414) 935-7542.