Crime Analyst Intern

Summary

Crime Data Analyst Intern

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Crime Data Analyst Intern will operate as part of the Precision Policing Center where they will analyze data/intelligence, crime trends, proactively surveil camera feeds, and use the above information as a force multiplier for officers,while also enhancing their safety, efficiency, and quality of service to the community. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values problem solving and the development of partnerships; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork.

Job Duties

• Collecting and analyzing data to determine trends in criminal activity, victimology, quality of life issues, & traffic issues. • Conduct and prepare assessments of criminal activity, threats, and vulnerabilities. • Research and analyze relevant publications, intelligence, crime trends, and other source materials. • Summarize data collected and disseminate pertinent information to officers/investigators to aid in criminal investigations. • Using police reports, statistics, crime trends, and intelligence to predict, solve, and prevent crime. • Working with law enforcement personnel to develop and implement crime prevention strategies. • Attending training and completing additional courses to keep abreast of technological advancements in the field. • Use crime-mapping technology, reports, intelligence, raw data, and other resources to develop a better understanding of criminal behavior and trends. • Identify crime hot spots and advise on allocation of police resources. • Identify emerging challenges in criminology and develop suggestions for strategic responses. • Create crime bulletins, summaries, and risk assessments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Sound understanding of the law and able to quickly recognize patterns. • Must be resourceful, resilient, and able to conduct rigorous data analysis. • Familiarity with applicable software and/or ability to learn it. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Strong moral and ethical code. • Proficient in report writing and presentation skills. • Ability to work alone with little to no supervision and with strong time management skills. • Analytical reasoning and critical thinking. • Attention to detail and ability to "think outside the box". • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Reading work-related information and understanding content. • Working as a team to accomplish a goal. • Recognizing problems and pursuing solutions. • Communicating clearly and comprehending others. • Awareness of both immediate and distant objectives and knowing the difference. • Focusing specific attention when appropriate and avoiding distractions while doing so. • Ability to communicate effectively via reports, emails, memo, etc.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• No significant criminal history or convictions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current or recent college student enrolled in Criminal Justice/Police Science, Criminal Science, Criminology, Data/Statistical Analytics, or similar/related studies.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employee shall establish their residency within fifty (50) miles of the corporate limits of Dubuque as soon as practicable, but within two years of appointment.

OVERTIME (FLSA) STATUS: Non-exempt

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Job Description

Crime Data Analyst Intern

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Crime Data Analyst Intern will operate as part of the Precision Policing Center where they will analyze data/intelligence, crime trends, proactively surveil camera feeds, and use the above information as a force multiplier for officers,while also enhancing their safety, efficiency, and quality of service to the community. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values problem solving and the development of partnerships; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork.

Job Duties

• Collecting and analyzing data to determine trends in criminal activity, victimology, quality of life issues, & traffic issues. • Conduct and prepare assessments of criminal activity, threats, and vulnerabilities. • Research and analyze relevant publications, intelligence, crime trends, and other source materials. • Summarize data collected and disseminate pertinent information to officers/investigators to aid in criminal investigations. • Using police reports, statistics, crime trends, and intelligence to predict, solve, and prevent crime. • Working with law enforcement personnel to develop and implement crime prevention strategies. • Attending training and completing additional courses to keep abreast of technological advancements in the field. • Use crime-mapping technology, reports, intelligence, raw data, and other resources to develop a better understanding of criminal behavior and trends. • Identify crime hot spots and advise on allocation of police resources. • Identify emerging challenges in criminology and develop suggestions for strategic responses. • Create crime bulletins, summaries, and risk assessments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Sound understanding of the law and able to quickly recognize patterns. • Must be resourceful, resilient, and able to conduct rigorous data analysis. • Familiarity with applicable software and/or ability to learn it. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Strong moral and ethical code. • Proficient in report writing and presentation skills. • Ability to work alone with little to no supervision and with strong time management skills. • Analytical reasoning and critical thinking. • Attention to detail and ability to "think outside the box". • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Reading work-related information and understanding content. • Working as a team to accomplish a goal. • Recognizing problems and pursuing solutions. • Communicating clearly and comprehending others. • Awareness of both immediate and distant objectives and knowing the difference. • Focusing specific attention when appropriate and avoiding distractions while doing so. • Ability to communicate effectively via reports, emails, memo, etc.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• No significant criminal history or convictions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current or recent college student enrolled in Criminal Justice/Police Science, Criminal Science, Criminology, Data/Statistical Analytics, or similar/related studies.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employee shall establish their residency within fifty (50) miles of the corporate limits of Dubuque as soon as practicable, but within two years of appointment.

OVERTIME (FLSA) STATUS: Non-exempt

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.