Crime Analyst

Brookline Police Department seeks a Crime Analyst to be responsible for gathering and analyzing data, evaluating patterns and trends, and compiling and disseminating analytical reports, crime bulletins and hotspot/incident maps for the purpose of providing information that can enhance the effectiveness and the efficiency of officers in the performance of their duties; responsible for community reporting, Clery Reports, website management and social media; performs all other related work as required.

Essential Functions

• Gather and analyze data and evaluate patterns and trends. Review and report on findings to the Chief of Police, the Department and community. Data sources may include, but are not limited to, the Department’s record management system, incidents, arrests, field interviews, and STAR entries.
• Compile, publish and distribute a regular bulletin to the Department on current trends, patterns and hot spots, crime updates, special attentions/crime alerts, intelligence from other agencies, and other relevant matters as appropriate.
• Produce crime, traffic, administrative and special reports.
• Compile and produce the Mid-Year and Year-End reports.
• Update the Department’s website and daily blog; prepare content for and monitor Department’s social media.
• Research, compile and disseminate intelligence between divisions and with neighboring jurisdictions.
• Prepare incident reports/press releases for the media and assist the Department Media Liaison with related activities.
• Research funding opportunities and assist with grant applications.
• Prepare and provide presentations, as assigned, to Department personnel, community groups, PCAC, etc.
• Support the Community Service Division’s programs and events, as appropriate and available.
• Attend trainings in the field of crime analysis to ensure they are current on topics, trends, techniques, i.e., monthly MACA meetings, GIS training, Town GIS working group.
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
  
  

Education, Training And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, data analytics, social science or other related field. Two to three years’ experience in research, crime or intelligence analysis, and/or the interpretation of law enforcement data; crime mapping and ArcGIS experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must have strong Microsoft office skills. Larimore Systems experience a plus.

Knowledge, Ability And Skill

Knowledge: Knowledge of the principles, concepts, methods and techniques of crime analysis and mapping. Knowledge of principles of statistics and quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, demographic and social variables affecting public safety. Knowledge of law enforcement operations and procedures.

Ability: Ability to collect, conceptualize, analyze, interpret and prepare police data. Ability to identify and organize data for analytical purposes and present data in detailed statistical reports or other methods. Ability to make presentations to Department members and other agencies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Skill: Strong technical skills. Skilled at using and learning GIS mapping software, law enforcement related databases, software programs and applications. High level of proficiency with relational database and spreadsheet applications including Access and Excel. Strong organizational and communication skills. Skilled at public speaking.

Salary range: $66,160 - $74,857 annually with generous benefits. Position is open until filled. Please apply with resume and cover letter asap.