The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.
This class of positions encompasses the performance of complex, confidential, and sensitive research and analysis of crime and criminal activity data and identifying patterns in criminal activity by utilizing state of the art database applications, spreadsheet applications, and Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping technology to identify specific crime patterns; using spatial analysis techniques to produce thematic overlays: conducting demographic analysis; utilizing qualitative and quantitative analytical tools to assist the agency in designing tactical and operational initiatives and determining the appropriate allocation of personnel and other critical agency resources for crime prevention. There are three assignment Levels within this class of positions based upon the level of responsibility and/or technical expertise required. All personnel perform related work and in the absence of the immediate supervisor, may perform the duties of that position.
Crime Analyst Level II, under direction, in addition to performing the duties of Assignment Level I, performs responsible supervisory work and/or difficult and responsible work in research and analysis of criminal activity.
The Office of Crime Control Strategies analyzes and monitors trends across the city and develops strategies targeted to reducing crime, while ensuring that these strategies are applied across all units of the NYPD. Data collection, analysis, and technology tracking of existing trends and conditions to develop efficient and effective strategies to suppress crime.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research or a closely related field; and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in the analysis and/or research of data related to crime, criminals, criminal intelligence, and/or other social sciences in a police, judicial, or other criminal justice setting; or
2. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research or a closely related field; and a Master’s degree from an accredited college in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research or a closely related field.
SPECIAL NOTE:
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, three additional years of full time qualifying experience as described in (1) above; or two years of full time qualifying experience as a Crime Analyst Assignment Level I.
SPECIAL NOTE:
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, five additional years of full time qualifying experience as described in (1) above, or two years of full time qualifying experience as a Crime Analyst Assignment Level II.
Preferred Skills
Crime Analysts must have strong communication (oral, written and visual), creative and analytical skills as well as great technical/computer skills. Analysts need to be able to locate & interpret data and must be able to repackage and present it in a way that can be easily understood by others. They should have a passion for research and a genuine desire to assist and support law enforcement in preventing and solving crimes.
Additional Information
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and un-emancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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55-a Program
This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program.
Work Location
VARIOUS
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
POSTING DATE
07/12/2023
POST UNTIL
Until Filled
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.