Crime Analyst - Strategic Analysis Unit
Job ID: 107646
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on October 30, 2024.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $78,666.65 - $100,854.56
Hourly Pay Range: $37.820505 - $48.487771
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.
Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 11.7 hours of vacation accrual per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 2 personal days per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• Employer paid 4% Deferred Compensation
• Employer Paid 3.5% to Medical Trust
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a full time County position represented by the Peace Officers Association.
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JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Crime Analyst assigned to the Strategic Analysis Unit (SAU). The SAU provides data, research, analysis, statistical reports, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders in support of the Sheriff's Office mission and strategic goals.
The Crime Analyst is a specialized, non-sworn position responsible for providing strategic, administrative, and tactical analysis to all divisions of the Sheriff's Office. The Crime Analyst researches best practices related to crime analysis and studies local criminal activity, patterns, and trends to assist in the development of analytical products, reports, and evidence-based operations. The selected candidate will create and maintain internal and public-facing analytical reports and interactive data visualizations in efforts to enhance operations, increase transparency, and facilitate responses to public and internal requests for information. Additionally, the selected candidate will disseminate and present intelligence data and statistical reports in internal meetings and in community settings.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All Sheriff's Office positions require a complete Statement of Personal History (SPH).
Only those applicants selected will need to submit the SPH. The SPH is due 10 calendar days AFTER you have been notified. Applicants will receive instructions from the Department of Human Resources or the Sheriff's Office on how to login to the electronic SPH.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of two (2) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.
• Experience working with data management processes and procedures.
• Experience organizing, analyzing, and disseminating data.
• Experience and/or training in data visualization and reporting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to clearly and concisely explain and present complex, technical information.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as having a collaborative, team-oriented approach to work.
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test
• Must pass an extensive background investigation, including national fingerprint records check
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• Four (4) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminology & Criminal Justice, Data Analysis, Public Administration, Sociology, or other related field.
• Experience working in a law enforcement or public safety environment.
• Previous employment in a Crime Analyst position.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, and ArcGIS.
• Experience using SQL and/or DAX.
Other Qualifications:
• Possession of a Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) Certification is required within 3 months of employment.
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
TYPICAL TASKS
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
1. Researches and fulfills requests for information from the public, internal staff, and partner agencies for data related to call activity, crimes, or for other statistics and analytical reports; obtains information and data and conducts analysis to support department operations and measure program effectiveness and outcomes; prepares written response reports and makes oral presentations on crime statistics and trends as requested.
2. Researches, analyzes and compiles data from a variety of resources, such as police reports and special unit statistics and law enforcement database systems; prepares analysis for area crime evaluations to address specific crime issues for directed patrol efforts; analyzes data to identify and evaluate crime series, trends and patterns; identifies patterns in method of operation and profiles of victims and suspects, and prepares reports including graphic presentation and charts and attends and/or presents information at meetings in other jurisdictions and community settings.
3. Prepares and maintains a variety of diverse, routine and complex monthly, semi-annual and annual reports in addition to statistics regarding crime, calls for service, traffic and other activities; coordinates area robbery, burglary and sex crimes exchange files for corresponding tracking systems from outside agencies, provides statistical information for use by task force units and others for the purpose of identifying suspects, trends and enforcement strategies; communicates reports and statistics to various interested and contracted cities, law enforcement agencies, community members and community planning organizations and meets reporting deadlines.
4. Maintains special files in the law enforcement data base system including personnel identification password files, property loss files, ORS files and name correlation files; maintains quality control and resolves discrepancies.
5. Maintains and researches information used to help find or identify people including researching locations and addresses through law enforcement database systems.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Working knowledge of: Principles and techniques of record keeping, software applications, operating systems for general records and record procedures, practices of data processing, data entry and retrieval techniques; law enforcement computerized systems program structure, relating to where and how programs store and relate data; statistical analysis relating to math and research techniques; advanced word processing, spreadsheet, database and other statistical research; mapping software to create complex documents and reports requiring the interpretation and manipulation of data; preparing and maintaining accurate running statistical records.
Skill to: Make accurate predictions based on trend analysis, including the ability to predict crime patterns; use modern research methods; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare and present written and oral presentations; respond to the public in a tactful manner; react quickly and appropriately to requests for information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other law enforcement agencies, and the public; understand and comply with the rules and regulations of Clackamas County Sheriff's Office (CCSO); operate a variety of equipment including computer, special law enforcement and software applications; interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
“A Tradition of Service Since 1845.” The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) mission is to provide public safety services to the people in Clackamas County so they can experience a safe and secure community. We will fulfill the mission through teamwork and partnerships, as reflected in our core values.
Values
Courage
Dedication
Integrity
Professionalism
Respect
The CCSO serves over 400,000 residents of the County with over 400 employees. As the County's largest law enforcement agency the Sheriff's Office patrols the unincorporated areas of the county as well as several cities that have contracted with CCSO to provide law enforcement for them. The CCSO has many specialized units such as canine, motorcycle patrol, the dive team, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), search and rescue, narcotics investigation (SIU), detectives and Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT). The Sheriff's Office is also required by law to provide correctional facilities for the county and to offer support services to other agencies in the County, such as: the jail, parole and probation, transitional services, special units and occasionally personnel resources.
The CCSO is committed to enhancing a diverse workforce through principles of active recruitment in the community, equal employment opportunity and positive human resource management. The Administration and staff of the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office adopts a philosophy and practice that we recognize the full potential of all employees, treating all persons with respect, fairness and impartiality.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
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If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
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VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Lindsay White, Recruiter
mailto:lindsaywhi@clackamas.us
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5712772
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