Crime Analyst (Management Analyst I) (Part-Time)

JOB
If you are looking to contribute to real-world investigations and gain hands-on experience analyzing crime trends, apply to join the Tustin Police Department as a part-time Crime Analyst. The Crime Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the Investigations Bureau by transforming data into actionable intelligence that guides investigative and operational decisions. This position evaluates crime patterns and emerging issues to help the Department prevent crime, support investigative efforts, and allocate resources effectively. The Crime Analyst works closely with investigative and administrative personnel and is trusted to independently manage analytical projects and deliver timely, meaningful insights.Given that this is a part-time, at-will, non-benefitted position, hours will be limited to less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year. Hours worked may vary significantly from week to week. Must be available for shifts during nights, weekends, and holidays.THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT: The Tustin Police Department is committed to serving the community in meaningful ways and enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. The Department strives to maintain the highest standard of professional ethics and personal integrity and remains dedicated to achieving excellence in performance throughout the organization and in the community. One of the many ways they do so is through the quality of the Department’s personnel. It continues to be the Department’s mission to have employees who are ethical, dedicated and loyal to the department and the profession.THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who are best qualified will then be invited to participate in a panel interview, which will include a practical exercise. Those who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. The eligible list is valid for one (1) year. *IMPORTANT* A comprehensive background investigation and polygraph will be conducted on any eligible persons considered for hire. Recent drug usage, theft or other illegal activity may be grounds for disqualification. A pre-employment medical examination, and drug screen will be conducted upon a conditional offer of employment. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 9–12 months.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Collects and reviews crime reports and statistics to identify emerging crime patterns and trends• Analyzes crime data to identify temporal and spatial patterns and trends to help identify suspects and predict criminal activity• Performs research and analysis to support Criminal Investigations personnel with case linkage, suspect background, and other items as requested to assist with the development of agency tactics, strategies and planning• Prepares a variety of technical and detailed written materials including statistical summaries, geographic profiles, crime bulletins, crime analysis reports, wanted posters, and correspondence; creates crime maps, charts, graphs, spreadsheets, and presentations• Regularly presents findings to patrol briefings and management, including alternative solutions, recommendations, and conclusions; attends meetings to brief upper management on current crime trends and patterns• Communicates with external law enforcement agencies regarding crime patterns, trends, suspect profiles, and case linkage• May oversee the work of Police Cadets, Interns, part-time, and volunteer staff assigned to the Investigations Bureau• Conducts operational projects for assigned program areas; reviews and reports on project compliance with applicable laws and regulations; prepares and maintains records of project activity • Provides advice and consultation in area of assignment to department management and other City staff • Administers or implements one or more departmental services or programs • Interprets and applies data, policies and procedures, laws, and regulations and explains them to the public and other employees; researches and responds to inquiries and citizen complaints regarding departmental operations and programs • Administers and monitors professional services agreements and contracts for compliance with provisions • Writes grant applications, monitors grant compliance activities, maintains related records and completes required reports • Participates in budget development and administration; prepares assigned budgets; analyzes department budgets including the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administers and monitors approved budgets • Coordinates departmental projects, programs and studies with other City departments and external agencies and contractors; serves as departmental liaison • Prepares a variety of technical staff reports, correspondence, and other written materials; develops charts, graphs, maps, spreadsheets, and presentations; presents findings and recommendations to management• Monitors real-time law enforcement systems (CAD, ALPR, camera networks) to identify active crime patterns and provide timely intelligence

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Information on the physical demands, mental demands, and work environment can be found by following the link here.The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.