Crime Analyst

CITY OF WATERBURY
Waterbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2023 CLOSED ON 12/8/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Analyst position at CITY OF WATERBURY?

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM #2532

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: CRIME ANALYST

SALARY: $32.43 ~ $39.08/hr. Non-Exempt (NOTE: NEW HIRES START AT THE BEGINNING OF THE RANGE)

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation; paid Sick Leave; Personal Days.

LAST DAY FOR FILING APPLICATIONS

Applications: May be obtained by visiting our website at www.waterburyct.org or at the Civil Service Office, Chase Municipal Building, 236 Grand St., Waterbury, CT 06702 & must be on file by 4:50 p.m. on:

UNTIL SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED

IMPORTANT:

1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

2. Residents – Five (5) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.

Examples of Work: (Illustrative and not all inclusive)

A Crime Analyst performs difficult statistical and analytical research involving the use of computer applications, random statistical samplings, correlation and regression analysis and probability studies. Work is performed with allowance for independent initiative, judgment, and latitude for selection of methods and procedures. Gathers and analyzes crime data for crime pattern detection, suspect-crime correlations, target-suspect profiles, and crime forecasting. Makes presentations to police personnel, members of the community, and outside agencies on crime statistics and trends. Communicates with the general public, other City employees and outside law enforcement personnel in order to collect crime information for conducting crime analyses. Produces written documents such as reports and crime analysis bulletins in order to disseminate crime statistics, suspect information and Modus Operandi (M.O.) patterns. Writes computer programs for specific crime analysis projects. Enters, searches, and retrieves information utilizing a terminal or personal computer in order to collate and analyze crime statistics, maintain histories of crime information, and compile crime bulletins. Sorts, separates, arranges and files police reports, crime statistics, bulletins, and articles in a prescribed manner in order to maintain a history of crime-related statistics and perform crime analysis. Draws or letters charts, schedules, graphs, and maps to illustrate crime patterns/trends and statistical findings utilizing computer aided graphics. Observes, compares, and monitors data including departmental reports and computer-generated statistics to determine compliance with crime analysis procedures. Inspects and monitors computer software for proper operation.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of research design methods, procedures and techniques used in statistical analysis; knowledge of statistical program languages, data processing methods, procedures and equipment; knowledge of computer software packages designed for statistical data and other computer programs, including Microsoft Office products; ability to learn the Uniform Crime Reporting processes and requirements; ability to learn the principles and practices of Police and Public Administration; ability to acquire knowledge of law enforcement needs, techniques, methods, and legal demands; ability to prepare and present graphic representations of detailed and complex statistical findings or of crime analysis results; ability to work under pressure within time constraints; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisory personnel and outside agency personnel.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR APPLICATION

THAT AS OF THE CLOSING DATE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative analysis, management, criminal justice, public administration, or related degree. Must be familiar with Microsoft office products. GIS Crime mapping software is preferable. Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving history.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and extensive civilian background check.

COPIES OF COLLEGE DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

This position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the White-Collar Union. The Parts and Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam. Individuals appointed shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of the examination. APPEAL PROCESS: - An applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice. Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.

THE CITY OF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

E.O.E. M/F/D/V

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request

PART V - WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements: CRIME ANALYST

Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate weights; may be exposed to some risk of injury from kitchen equipment and from students. A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.43 - $39.08 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $39

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