Crime Analyst

The Tukwila Police Department is seeking a driven and experienced Crime Analyst to join our team. We’re looking for someone who excels at providing high-quality tactical and strategic analysis related to crime trends, intelligence, and complex data.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical expertise, creativity, and proficiency with proactive policing tools. They use critical thinking and modern analytic techniques to support intelligence-led and data-driven policing across the organization.

Key responsibilities include applying the full intelligence cycle—gathering, cleaning, analyzing, and distributing essential information. The successful analyst will transform data into actionable insights to inform decision-making at all levels of the department. We’re seeking someone who works efficiently and innovatively to detect, prevent, and reduce crime while supporting departmental goals and upholding the values of the Tukwila Police Department.

If you’re passionate about using data, intelligence, and analytical strategies to enhance public safety, we encourage you to apply.

About the City of Tukwila

The City of Tukwila is a dynamic suburb of Seattle, Washington.  A unique city, Tukwila, is a diverse community, with more than 80 languages spoken in its schools.  Also located in Tukwila is the largest retail mall in the Pacific Northwest.  While less than 22,000 people reside in Tukwila, more than 47,000 work in the City every day and more than 150,000 go in and out of the city daily.  The City has 347 FTEs, 90 temporary extra labor and nine labor unions. Tukwila is a full-service city, with its own Police and Public Works department.

About The Tukwila Police Department

The Police Department has 101 FTEs; 77 commissioned and 24 non-commissioned positions. The Tukwila Police Department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and assists residents and businesses in Tukwila in a variety of ways. To learn more about our Police Department, we encourage you to visit our website www.TukwilaPolice.com.

MISSION STATEMENT

As an involved part of the Tukwila community, our mission is to provide public safety services that are professional, compassionate and transparent. As individuals and teams, we are committed to earning the public's trust with skills, professionalism and collaboration. 

CORE VALUES: 

• SERVING THE COMMUNITY. 

• BUILDING POSITIVE, STRONG TEAMS. 

• BEING ACCOUNTABLE TO THE COMMUNITY. 

• GROWING IN COMPETENCY AND EMPATHY.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This position is open to the public. This recruitment will establish an employment list (valid for one year) to fill a current Crime Analyst vacancy within the Tukwila Police Department. 

TO APPLY:

• Please review the list of Automatic Disqualifiers, listed below under "Other Requirements" and verify your qualifications for employment with the Tukwila Police Department, before applying. 
• Complete an online employment application. 
• The employment history should go back at least 10 years if you have 10 years of employment (or more to include relevant experience). Incomplete applications or answering "see resume" may not be considered.
• Please submit a cover letter and resume detailing relevant experience.
• Complete answers to all the supplemental questions  
• Veteran's Preference Points: City of Tukwila follows the guidance given by the State of Washington regarding applying veteran's points. Please attach a copy of your DD214 or NGB Form 22 to your online application if you are eligible to claim these points.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities.   Answers to supplemental questions will assist in determining your eligibility for further consideration.   The most competitive candidates may be invited to move forward in the hiring process.

NOTE: 

It is a hiring requirement that all staff employed by the Tukwila Police Department successfully pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, polygraph test, and other tests as deemed necessary.

• The Crime Analyst will develop and maintain tactical, strategic, administrative and operational analytic capabilities.  Research and reviews data and perform statistical analysis, to include identifying existing or evolving patterns and developing statistic probabilities and profiles.  Identifies crime patterns by geographical area, reporting district, time of day, day of week, etc.
• Uses computer databases, electronic spreadsheets, geographic information systems (GIS) applications, desktop publishing, word processing, and statistical applications to manipulate, analyze, and present crime data. 
• Analyzes raw crime data and develops recommendations to improve law enforcement effectiveness based on interpretation of patterns and trends in criminal activity.
• Prepare maps, charts, and graphs indicating criminal trends.  Also prepares correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, statistical summaries, and other material requiring judgment as to content, accuracy, and completeness. 
• Responds to requests and inquiries from the department, other law enforcement agencies, businesses and citizen groups, as approved by administration. 
• Provides research and analysis to department personnel in preparation for meetings and information sessions and for development of department policies and programs.  Serves as a resource staff member at the request of the Assistant Chief. 
• Deliver presentations to police personnel, members of the community, and outside agencies. 
• Maintains effective communications with Patrol and Investigative Services divisions. 
• Monitors new developments relating to public safety, crime, and reporting issues and evaluates their potential impact on department operations. 
• Develops, conducts, and analyzes surveys to provide information on public perception and the effectiveness of the department.  May also develop, conduct, and analyze internal employee satisfaction surveys. 
• Respond to inter & intra-department requests for information as well as requests from outside agencies.
• May be required to testify in court and travel to crime scenes.
• Becomes familiar with, follows, and actively supports the mission, vision, values, policies and procedures of the Tukwila Police Department. 

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Modern law enforcement functions, operations, and practices;
• Laws, ordinances, codes, regulations, and standards applicable to public safety;
• Research principles and methods, to include surveys, quantitative analysis and qualitative analysis;
• Experience with statistical, crime analysis, intelligence analysis, qualitative analysis, data analysis and data collection, presentation, and mapping software

• Knowledge of current best practices in crime, intelligence, business and/or data analysis.
• Statistical analysis and methods of reporting statistical information;

• Relational database and spreadsheet applications including Access and Excel;
• General office procedures and practices; and
• Record keeping techniques.      

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Preparing detailed statistical and narrative reports and maps;
• Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information;
• Using various computer-based applications to develop reports, presentations, databases, and summaries;
• Using mapping software (GIS);
• Facilitating meetings and presenting information to diverse groups of people;
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, City officials, the general public and others; and                          
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with quick results on tight timetables. 
• Ensure a high level of accountability for the information and data provided to the area you serve. 
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong decision-making skills to proactively address crime/intelligence needs. 

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, criminal justice administration, information systems or law enforcement with coursework in statistical analysis, criminal behavior or constitutional law; AND demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and conduct program evaluations; AND one year experience in a law enforcement agency; OR 
• Associates degree; AND five years’ law enforcement experience.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• ACCESS level I certification required within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Requirements: 

• Crime Analyst Certification
• Bachelor's degree with emphasis on math, statistics, criminal justice, behavioral science, business analytics, intelligence/homeland security, data science or other related field. 
• The most competitive candidates will have experience working with or at a police department, intelligence center and/or within the criminal justice system.  

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, mobility, grasping, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting, most of the time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Some positions may require greater periods of walking and/or standing.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass a thorough background investigations process, which includes fingerprinting, criminal history check, reference checks, polygraph test, and other tests as deemed necessary. 

• Training may require travel.

GENERAL TIMEFRAME:

The time frame and order of this recruitment are provided below.  Please note that dates and technical examinations are subject to change based on resource availability.

• Early September 2026: Technical Examination 
• Late September/Early October 2026: Oral Board Examination

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves.  Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected]

Other Requirements - Automatic Disqualification barring employment in the City of Tukwila PD:

• Any adult felony conviction on current criminal record at time of application;
• Any juvenile felony conviction within the past five years;
• Conviction of any crime of violence, including domestic violence;
• Commission of any sexual offense within the past 10 years;
• Any conviction of a felony crime at any time while employed in any capacity with Law Enforcement Agency (including volunteer, intern, Explorer, and reserve positions);
• Any theft of property or money within the last five years;
• Any conviction for a sex related crime;
• Ever having to register as a sex offender, regardless of conviction status;
• Any conviction for solicitation of prostitution;
• Any misdemeanor convictions for crimes not specifically stated above will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Drug Use:

• As an adult, convicted of any felony drug crime;
• Have used mushrooms within the last one year;
• Marijuana: excessive use within the past 12 months.  Marijuana use will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Used hallucinogens (including GHB and ecstasy; excludes mushrooms), cocaine, methamphetamine, or opiates within the last 10 years;
• Usage of any other illegal drug, including steroids and prescription abuse, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis;
• Have illegally used 4 or more different controlled substances, including marijuana, in the last 10 years;
• Have at any time manufactured, transported or cultivated illegal drugs (including marijuana) for the purpose of sale or distribution;
• Have used any illegal drugs while employed in a criminal justice capacity;
• Have ever obtained or used a prescription drug under false pretenses;
• Have ever, at any time, injected amphetamines, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, barbiturates, or valium;
• Have ever illegally used a drug after submitting an application to any Law Enforcement Agency;
• Have ever sold or distributed illegal drugs, including marijuana;
• Any more than two drug convictions for any of the narcotics listed above.

Traffic Record:

• Any criminal traffic conviction within the past 5 years. Violation examples include, but are not limited to: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, negligent driving, or hit and run driving;
• Suspension or revocation of your driver's license (for any traffic violation) within five years of the date of the employment application;
• Any more than two criminal convictions for traffic related offenses. 

Financial Record:

• Any willful failure to pay income tax or court ordered child support is disqualifying;
• A credit check will be conducted regarding your financial history.

Military Record:

• Must have been discharged from the Military under honorable conditions. Any discharge other than honorable will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

Potential Disqualification:

• Any applicant who maintains an on-going relationship with individuals who are criminals and/or who are reputed to be involved in recent or current criminal activity;
• An applicant's criminal record, including all arrests, prosecutions, deferred prosecutions, "Alford" pleases, and non-conviction information will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification;
• Commission of any crime (non-conviction).