Crime Analyst Intern

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Crime Data Analyst Intern will operate as part of the Precision Policing Center where they will analyze data/intelligence, crime trends, proactively surveil camera feeds, and use the above information as a force multiplier for officers, while also enhancing their safety, efficiency, and quality of service to the community. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values problem solving and the development of partnerships; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. 

JOB DUTIES:
•  Collecting and analyzing data to determine trends in criminal activity, victimology, quality of life issues, & traffic issues.
•  Conduct and prepare assessments of criminal activity, threats, and vulnerabilities.
•  Research and analyze relevant publications, intelligence, crime trends, and other source materials.
•  Summarize  data  collected  and  disseminate  pertinent  information  to officers/investigators to aid in criminal investigations.
•  Using police reports, statistics, crime trends, and intelligence to predict, solve, and prevent crime.
•  Working with law enforcement personnel to develop and implement crime prevention strategies.
•  Attending training and completing additional courses to keep abreast of technological advancements in the field.
•  Use crime-mapping technology, reports, intelligence, raw data, and other resources to develop a better understanding of criminal behavior and trends.
•  Identify crime hot spots and advise on allocation of police resources.
•  Identify emerging challenges in criminology and develop suggestions for strategic responses.
•  Create crime bulletins, summaries, and risk assessments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
•  Sound understanding of the law and able to quickly recognize patterns.
•  Must be resourceful, resilient, and able to conduct rigorous data analysis.
•  Familiarity with applicable software and/or ability to learn it.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Strong moral and ethical code.
•  Proficient in report writing and presentation skills.
•  Ability to work alone with little to no supervision and with strong time management skills.
•  Analytical reasoning and critical thinking.
•  Attention to detail and ability to “think outside the box”.
•  Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
•  Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and
evaluation of customer satisfaction.
•  Reading work-related information and understanding content.
•  Working as a team to accomplish a goal.
•  Recognizing problems and pursuing solutions.
•  Communicating clearly and comprehending others.
•  Awareness of both immediate and distant objectives and knowing the difference.
•  Focusing specific attention when appropriate and avoiding distractions while doing so.
•  Ability to communicate effectively via reports, emails, memo, etc.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• No significant criminal history or convictions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current or recent college student enrolled in Criminal Justice/Police Science, Criminal Science, Criminology, Data/Statistical Analytics, or similar/related studies.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employee shall establish their residency within fifty (50) miles of the corporate limits of Dubuque as soon as practicable, but within two years of appointment.

OVERTIME (FLSA) STATUS: Non-exempt