Crime and Intelligence

Salary: $79,497.60 - $106,329.60 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 26257504
Department: Sheriff
Division: Law Enforcement Southeast
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for
Crime and Intelligence Analyst

The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment.

Future Salary Increases

June 2026 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)

June 2027 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)

The Crime & Intelligence Analyst classification is used in both the Sheriff's Office and the District Attorney's office. Crime & Intelligence Analysts compile, independently analyze, evaluate, correlate, and disseminate crime data, crime reports, and other criminal intelligence information provided by local, State, and Federal law enforcement agencies relative to general criminal activities.
The current vacancy is in the Sheriff's Office. However, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply as this list may also be used for vacancies in other County of San Diego departments.

For more information on this job description, please visit the job classification page.

Hiring Timeline & Dates

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

• Job Offer and Background Process begins shortly after the interviews conclude.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualification

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field, AND, two (2) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data; OR,
2. An associate's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency AND a certificate in crime and/or intelligence analysis or related field; AND, three (3) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data.

Note: Additional years of experience as described above may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in any of the fields described above may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Blind Applicant Screening

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a twelve (12) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the for additional information.

Military Skills Translator

Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the to access the tool.

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our ()
Disaster Service Worker
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Confidential Non-Management Benefits Summary (CNM)
01

Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please do NOT indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are not acceptable answers. Please note that if you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Please be sure to review the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the box that most accurately describes your level of education and experience: Note: In order for your education to be considered, you must submit an unalterable copy of your transcripts, diploma, and/or foreign studies equivalency certificate with your application.

• I have a master's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business administration or a closely related field and at least one (1) year of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• I have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business administration or a closely related field and at least two (2) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• I have an associate's degree AND a certificate in crime and/or intelligence analysis or related field; AND at least (3) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• I have a combination of education and full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data totaling six (6) years
• I have six (6) or more years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• None of the above.

03

3. Describe your full-time work experience in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex information, data, and intelligence in a Crime Analysis Unit, Law Enforcement Unit, or Military Intelligence Unit. Your answer must also include ALL of the following: 1) job title2) the name of the agency where you acquired this experience 3) dates of employment4) the types of products produced in your roleYour work experience must be verifiable in the employment section of the application.Note: If this is not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
04

Do you have a professional certificate in crime analysis, criminal intelligence analysis, military intelligence analysis or Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? Note: If yes, you must submit a copy of your certificate for consideration.

• Yes
• No

05

Please indicate if you have work experience in any of the following areas. Please check all that apply. In order to receive credit, the work experience you select below must be verifiable in the employment section of the application. Note: Substitution of education with experience may also require a certification. Please read the education and experience section carefully.

• Performing highly complex and sensitive intelligence collection for a law enforcement agency
• Presenting crime data to operational/administrative decision makers or multi-disciplinary teams within the law enforcement field
• Compiling and analyzing crime data
• I do not have any of the work experience listed above.

06

If you indicated experience in the question above, please briefly describe your experience below. Include the length of your experience, name of employer, and job title where experience was obtained.Note: If this is not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
07

Please indicate if you have work experience in any of the following areas. Check all that apply

• Link analysis (Example: i2 analyst notebook, penlink, or similar software)
• GIS mapping software
• Social network analysis and social media review
• I do not have any of the work experience listed above.

08

If you indicated experience in the question above, please briefly describe your experience below. Include the length of your experience, name of employer, and job title where experience was obtained.Note: If this is not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
09

Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• County Social Media
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Government Alliance on Race and Equity
• Job Fair/Career Event
• Other

10

If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.
Required Question

Salary: $79,497.60 - $106,329.60 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 26257504
Department: Sheriff
Division: Law Enforcement Southeast
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for
Crime and Intelligence Analyst

The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment.

Future Salary Increases

June 2026 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)

June 2027 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)

The Crime & Intelligence Analyst classification is used in both the Sheriff's Office and the District Attorney's office. Crime & Intelligence Analysts compile, independently analyze, evaluate, correlate, and disseminate crime data, crime reports, and other criminal intelligence information provided by local, State, and Federal law enforcement agencies relative to general criminal activities.
The current vacancy is in the Sheriff's Office. However, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply as this list may also be used for vacancies in other County of San Diego departments.

For more information on this job description, please visit the job classification page.

Hiring Timeline & Dates

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

• Job Offer and Background Process begins shortly after the interviews conclude.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualification

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field, AND, two (2) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data; OR,
2. An associate's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency AND a certificate in crime and/or intelligence analysis or related field; AND, three (3) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data.

Note: Additional years of experience as described above may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in any of the fields described above may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Blind Applicant Screening

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a twelve (12) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the for additional information.

Military Skills Translator

Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the to access the tool.

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our ()
Disaster Service Worker
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Confidential Non-Management Benefits Summary (CNM)
01

Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please do NOT indicate "See Resume" or "See Application" as these are not acceptable answers. Please note that if you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Please be sure to review the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Do you understand this information?

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the box that most accurately describes your level of education and experience: Note: In order for your education to be considered, you must submit an unalterable copy of your transcripts, diploma, and/or foreign studies equivalency certificate with your application.

• I have a master's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business administration or a closely related field and at least one (1) year of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• I have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business administration or a closely related field and at least two (2) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• I have an associate's degree AND a certificate in crime and/or intelligence analysis or related field; AND at least (3) years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• I have a combination of education and full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data totaling six (6) years
• I have six (6) or more years of full time experience in a Crime Analysis Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, or Law Enforcement Unit, in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex crime data
• None of the above.

03

3. Describe your full-time work experience in the collection, analysis, and presentation of complex information, data, and intelligence in a Crime Analysis Unit, Law Enforcement Unit, or Military Intelligence Unit. Your answer must also include ALL of the following: 1) job title2) the name of the agency where you acquired this experience 3) dates of employment4) the types of products produced in your roleYour work experience must be verifiable in the employment section of the application.Note: If this is not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
04

Do you have a professional certificate in crime analysis, criminal intelligence analysis, military intelligence analysis or Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? Note: If yes, you must submit a copy of your certificate for consideration.

• Yes
• No

05

Please indicate if you have work experience in any of the following areas. Please check all that apply. In order to receive credit, the work experience you select below must be verifiable in the employment section of the application. Note: Substitution of education with experience may also require a certification. Please read the education and experience section carefully.

• Performing highly complex and sensitive intelligence collection for a law enforcement agency
• Presenting crime data to operational/administrative decision makers or multi-disciplinary teams within the law enforcement field
• Compiling and analyzing crime data
• I do not have any of the work experience listed above.

06

If you indicated experience in the question above, please briefly describe your experience below. Include the length of your experience, name of employer, and job title where experience was obtained.Note: If this is not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
07

Please indicate if you have work experience in any of the following areas. Check all that apply

• Link analysis (Example: i2 analyst notebook, penlink, or similar software)
• GIS mapping software
• Social network analysis and social media review
• I do not have any of the work experience listed above.

08

If you indicated experience in the question above, please briefly describe your experience below. Include the length of your experience, name of employer, and job title where experience was obtained.Note: If this is not applicable, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
09

Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• County Social Media
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Government Alliance on Race and Equity
• Job Fair/Career Event
• Other

10

If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.
Required Question

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