Police Analyst

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, facilitates and conducts research and statistical analysis including the preparation of various reports including the Department’s Annual Report, statistical projections, and the Department’s strategic plan. Initiates, conducts, and implements administrative research studies and surveys to provide a basis for management control and decision-making and applies sound research techniques and methods to study of administration systems, policies, work methods, scheduling practices, and procedures. Assists with CALEA while completing the appropriate assigned CALEA standards; applies for and monitors law enforcement grants.

Essential Duties

(Any one position may not include all of the tasks listed, nor do the examples necessarily include all of the tasks performed.)

• Develops, coordinates, and analyzes administrative research studies and surveys through the use of statistical analysis.
• Advises management in evaluation of short-range and long-range planning; consults with management personnel concerning agency goals, objectives, methods, and policies; coordinates, records, and periodically reports to management on status of projects; and evaluates planning to ensure planning to ensure operational, administrative, and long-range plans are compatible.
• Provides information, technical assistance, and professional guidance to management, staff, and other planning professionals as to the scope of projects and the approach to be followed.
• Assists with the formulation, publishing, implementation, and dissemination of Departmental written directives.
• Serves as a liaison between the Department and other agencies/associations engaged in the compilation, analysis, and reporting of research data. Represents the Department in public hearings, meetings, committees, or task forces to present evidence or information, to support the Department’s interests, provide input and exchange information, and perform the functions of the committee (e.g., policy writing, analysis of recommendations, problem solving, etc.).
• Keeps management informed on new concepts, theories, equipment, and programs applicable to law enforcement planning methods and administration.
• Works to ensure a positive and productive relationship with other departments, agencies, and government officials.
• Attends conferences, conventions, and other educational and professional meetings to remain current on planning methods and administration.
• Conducts complex analysis regarding deployment, workload, and police beat design.
• Creates Department’s Annual Report.
• Assists with all CALEA Accreditation tasks as assigned.
• Monitors all grants, including budgets, expenditures, and reporting.
• Performs related duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of planning and research principles and practices, including operational, short-range, and long-range strategic planning required for the implementation and success of programs and projects.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management.
• Thorough knowledge of staff study techniques emphasizing issues and solutions for effective organizational performance.
• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement organizations and terminology to interpret, provide, and disseminate information and prepare written documents.
• Thorough knowledge of data collection, coding, and survey research techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of new technologies, philosophies, trends, and advances in the profession.
• Thorough knowledge of operational analysis and decision-making techniques for resource allocation and organizational effectiveness.
• Thorough knowledge of the application of problem-solving techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement structure and functions.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local programs; and resources required to develop policies and procedures for the administration of Department programs.
• Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation required to produce analytical and technical reports in appropriate format.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state statutes, laws, and regulations related to the work unit.
• Thorough knowledge of public information laws regarding the dissemination of information to the public.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment required to perform office functions in an efficient manner.
• Proficient in researching, gathering, organizing, and analyzing data; and drawing logical conclusions.
• Proficient in identifying problems, analyzing alternatives, and making viable recommendations.
• Proficient in interviewing, listening, or documenting information to obtain input from diverse sources.
• Proficient in editing and proofreading written materials of accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft computer software programs.
• Competent to interpret, analyze, and evaluate available data; and make decisions concerning complex and comprehensive issues.
• Competent to assess operational problems with a high degree of accuracy.
• Competent to monitor trends, forecast change, identify future agency needs, and initiate change to ensure effective long-range planning.
• Competent to read, comprehend, and interpret complex written materials.
• Competent to compile, calculate, correlate, integrate, analyze, and present statistical data to prepare necessary reports.
• Competent to determine objectives and goals of projects or plans.
• Competent to accurately interpret Department policies and procedures to provide and clarify information.
• Competent to develop and revise policies and procedures.
• Competent to develop technical and operational specifications for programs.
• Competent to analyze and interpret financial data to determine and project budget needs.
• Competent to make oral and written presentations.
• Competent to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, at all levels.
• Competent to speak before groups to provide information or explain policies, procedures, and programs.
• Competent to exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment.
• Competent to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of assignment.
• Competent to exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in public administration, planning, social science, liberal arts, or other closely related field. Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in public administration, planning, social science, liberal arts, or other closely related field is preferred. Three years of planning, public or business administration experience is required.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

Personal computer, printer, calculator, copier, telephone equipment, recorder, and other assigned office equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of an appropriate, valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Physical Demands

Work is of a sedentary nature requiring some physical activity such as walking, reaching, stooping and repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers. Exposure to atmospheric conditions normally associated with office type work.

Special Note

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.