Richardson Police Department Crime Analyst

Job Opportunities Title:
Richardson Police Department Crime Analyst

Post Date
12/21/2017

Expiration Date
3/21/2018

Details:
Under supervision, incorporate complex research methodologies, statistical analyses, and GIS mapping strategies to perform data reviews and analysis of crime reports. Interpret crime patterns and trends. Disseminate information and make recommendations related to possible suspects, potential crimes, locations of future crimes, and forecasting of future criminal events. Establish methods for other
employees to obtain relevant crime information, reports, and maps. Perform other related work as required.

Must have knowledge of: academically accepted research and statistical analysis methodologies; GIS mapping processes and techniques. Must be computer literate with knowledge including relevant spreadsheet, graphic, mapping and network applications; word processing, the Internet and other computer software. Must be able to demonstrate how research methods, statistical analysis, and GIS mapping interrelate to produce relevant products. Must have skill in: gathering, recording, and organizing data; identifying and using potential sources of data; determining appropriate visual presentations of statistics or factual data; developing effective data collection procedure; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; maintaining accurate detailed records. Must have abilities to: apply relevant computer software to provide useful information; communicate effectively orally and in writing
and preparing comprehensive reports; operate modern office equipment including, but not limited to desktop computer, fax machine, calculator, and copier; and understand detailed information through oral communication.

Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree required in Research Methodology, Statistics, GIS, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, or related field. Degree can be replaced by documented successful completion of study in fields of research methodology, statistical analysis, and/or GIS mapping, plus 10 years law enforcement experience or any other relevant combination of education and relevant experience.

Employer:
Richardson Police Department
Contact:
Blake Wolbrueck

Address:
140 N Greenville Ave
Richardson, Texas 75081

Work Phone:
9727444828

Email:
blake.wolbrueck@cor.gov

Website:
http://www.cor.net/index.aspx?page=197