Crime Analyst Series

Salary Information

Description of Series

This series specification describes classifications used statewide to locate, compile, analyze, and disseminate criminal intelligence information and coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement and criminal justice agencies.

Crime Analyst I

This is the entry through first journal level in the series. Under supervision, incumbents perform a variety of duties such as searching various databases and files for criminal history and individual information; analyzing a variety of records and data to identify patterns and validate information; searching and comparing fingerprints; analyzing applications (e.g., for licensure, certification, permit); and providing assistance and support to local law enforcement and related agencies, maintaining confidentiality and ensuring the appropriate release of records.

Crime Analyst II

This is the advanced journey level. Under general direction, incumbents perform the more difficult and complex analytical duties; perform highly specialized research; make presentations to law enforcement and civic groups; prepare reports and publications; testify in court regarding work processes and products; and assist law enforcement on site. Incumbents may act as a lead and provide training to others.

Crime Analyst III

This is the expert level. Incumbents are identified by management as the most highly skilled analysts who are the prime resource persons and innovators critical to the department's basic mission. Incumbents perform the most complex, critical and specialized functions related to criminal information analysis; provide database coordination between departmental programs and other law enforcement agencies; conduct field audits to verify compliance with statutes and regulations; conduct analytical studies and make recommendations to management; serve as lead on department-wide projects; review pending federal and state legislation for impact; participate in various conferences and meetings of professional organizations; oversee programs and provide quality control; and plan and conduct training for criminal justice agency personnel. Incumbents may act as leads and provide training to others.

Crime Analyst Supervisor

This is the full supervisory level. Incumbents supervise, coordinate, and review the work of Crime Analysts and other staff; plan and direct unit operations and resources to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness; evaluate work and performance of staff; plan work activities on a daily basis; prepare documents to provide information and/or direction on departmental programs and services; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Incumbents may also assist in the preparation of budgets and planning, developing, and implementing programs.

Minimum Qualifications

All Levels:

Applicants who are within six months of meeting the minimum qualifications may compete in the examination but may not be appointed until they meet the minimum qualifications.

Crime Analyst I

Either I

Equivalent to completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college or university; or

II

One year of work experience obtaining, analyzing, and/or disseminating criminal justice information; or

III

Possession of a Certificate of Completion in Crime and Intelligence Analysis or comparable program.

Crime Analyst II

Either I

One year of experience inside California state civil service performing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to that of a Crime Analyst I, Range B; or

II

Two years of progressively responsible experience obtaining, analyzing, and/or disseminating criminal justice information, with at least one year equivalent in responsibility to that of a Crime Analyst I, Range B; or

III

Graduation from a recognized four-year accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice or related field.

Crime Analyst III 

Either I

One year of experience inside California state civil service performing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to that of a Crime Analyst II; or

II

Three years of increasingly responsible experience obtaining, analyzing, and/or disseminating criminal justice information, with at least one year equivalent in responsibility to that of a Crime Analyst II.

Crime Analyst Supervisor 

Either I

One year of experience inside California state civil service performing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to that of a Crime Analyst II; or

II

Two years of experience inside California state civil services performing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to that of a Crime Analyst I, Range B; or

III

Three years of increasingly responsible experience obtaining, analyzing, and/or disseminating criminal justice information, with at least one year equivalent in responsibility to that of a Crime Analyst II.

Knowledge and Abilities

Crime Analyst I

Knowledge of: The structure and content of the English language for oral and written communication; databases used to maintain information; policies regarding record management and access; and computer applications such as word processing and presentation software.

Ability to: Follow directions given by supervisors; navigate and collect information from a variety of databases; analyze and evaluate information; listen and communicate orally to gather and convey information; understand and interpret written material; attend to details in written and oral communication; and conduct oneself in a professional manner and with discretion when dealing with sensitive/confidential information.

Crime Analyst II

Knowledge of: All of the above, and the various databases applicable to Crime Analyst work; relevant policies and procedures; the various terminology and acronyms used in Crime Analyst work; elements of the criminal intelligence cycle to be able to identify and describe the formalized steps of this process; and state and federal regulations, state codes, and policies as they pertain to the functions of criminal investigation.

Ability to: All of the above, and work independently to meet deadlines with minimal supervision; work productively as a member of a team; select important elements contained within reports; extract data from detailed documents; establish and maintain files and databases; apply general rules to specific problems to form logical conclusions; identify missing items in a thread of information to establish a need for further investigation; visually present results of investigative efforts through a variety of software tools; identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions; break complex data down into organized and useful sections of information; and gather sources of information to be used in identifying trends of making conclusions.

Crime Analyst III

Knowledge of: All of the above, and data reporting procedures, requirements, statutes, and regulations in order to identify problems and develop solutions; knowledge of auditing principles and methods to verify compliance with various federal, state, and local statutes and regulations; and functions and organization of various agencies in the criminal justice system.

Ability to: All of the above, and determine the needs of a specialized work unit; facilitate information sharing; apply creative thinking; conduct needs assessment to identify specific requirements; collect, research, and evaluate various program operations; and develop, prepare, and present analytical and statistical reports.

Crime Analyst Supervisor

Knowledge of: All of the above, and methods, techniques, procedures, and terminology used in types of crimes, laws, regulations, and the criminal justice system from arrest through conviction, incarceration, parole or probation; techniques and principles of personnel management, supervision, and in-service training; and a manager's responsibility for promoting equal opportunity in hiring and employee development and promotion, and for maintaining a work environment which is free of discrimination and harassment.

Ability to: All of the above.

Preferred or Desirable Qualifications

All employees must have general qualifications as described by California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 172.

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