Crime Analyst

Job Posting End Date: September 12, 2024 at 11:59pm CST
Hiring range: $70,012 to $84,011 ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 09/12/2024 in order to be considered. Join the Anoka County Sheriff's Office (ACSO), where every day our members follow our mission "To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust." We invite you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Crime Analyst. This position will work with Local, State and Federal law enforcement to receive, analyze, and disseminate information regarding criminal and narcotics investigations. This is a grant-funded position contingent upon Annual High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) funding from the Office of National Drug Control Policy.

This full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position is located at the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Investigative Support Center (HIDTA ISC) in Minneapolis and works directly within the Criminal Investigation Division and provides case support to the major crime detectives.
Pay & Benefits
Salary: $70,012 to $84,011 ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour
2024 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $70,012 to $98,009 ($33.66 to $47.12 per hour).
24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 11.5 paid holidays.
Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at
www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
Advancement/professional development opportunities.
Work Location
This position will work at the Hennepin County HIDTA ISC office located at 701 S 4th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., but may include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Crime Analyst
Research, compile and map crime trends and patterns, perform crime analysis in support of law enforcement, detect and describe tactical, administrative, strategic links, patterns, and trends in crimes.
Conduct communication analysis and prepare organizational, phone link, and timeline charts using various intelligence/investigative software applications.
Monitor drug trafficking trends, identify emerging trends, officer safety issues and prepares strategic intelligence assignments.
Use federal, state, and local criminal systems and databases to research and evaluate drug organizations members, drug trafficking activities and investigative overlaps.
Maintain continuous training of trends, technologies, and methodologies in criminal analysis and apply this knowledge to enhance investigative strategies and outcomes.
Assist patrol, investigative and administrative staff in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention, intervention, and suppression of criminal activities.
Provide investigative case support to assist in narcotics and criminal investigations, gather, research and analyze information to produce and disseminate information sharing bulletins and criminal information products.
Prepare written reports, presentation, and conduct briefings to law enforcement and prosecutors pertaining to tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence.
Produce reports, presentations and special projects using investigative, analytical tools and various software.
Act as liaison to all Anoka County Sheriff's Office and neighboring law enforcement regarding crime analysis details, respond to inquiries from law enforcement and other agencies, testify in criminal prosecutions as needed and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
Requires a bachelor's degree criminal justice, law enforcement, statistics, criminology, information technology, business administration, public administration, sociology, psychology or a closely related field.
In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation including drug screening.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
Knowledge of federal, state, and local law enforcement databases, research and data analysis methods and techniques as well as data privacy laws.
Skill in working with GIS mapping, various analytical software and Microsoft Office products.
Strong interpersonal, communication, research, and analytical skills.
Ability to collect, assemble, analyze, and evaluate evidence, statistics, and other pertinent information to draw logical conclusions to effectively solve crimes.
Ability to exercise sound judgement, work independently and make decisions and sustain strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a team environment including all levels of Sheriff's Office staff, outside law enforcement agencies and the general public.
No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Work will be performed in professional law enforcement office.
Union Representation
This position is represented by Law Enforcement Labor Services.
Selection Process
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.
Pre-employment Requirements
Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
About Anoka County
As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.
Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.
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