The purpose of the class is to develop, analyze, and maintain systems to extract data from police reports, crime reports, traffic records, files, and variety of sources to ensure accurate and up-to-date statistical and narrative analysis. The class works under general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Liberal Arts, Public Administration or related field and a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience in research methods and statistical analysis and gathering, computing, analyzing, and maintaining statistics. A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position. Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Must successfully complete a Police Division background investigation to include a polygraph examination and pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
Additional requirements include effective communication with internal and external customers. May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends. The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
What you'll be doing includes analyzing, tracking, comparing, and maintaining reported crime information to identify crime patterns, trends, and series occurring within the City. Researching, analyzing, and disseminating updated crime information to police personnel and communicating pertinent case information to surrounding law enforcement agencies to facilitate connections between regional series events and suspects. Reviewing, entering, and maintaining intelligence information in the intelligence database per Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) standards; maintaining and updating the Law Enforcement Information on the Division Intranet. Examining and analyzing crime reports, addendums, field interviews, and arrest data to ensure an up-to-date record of burglaries, larcenies, and crimes against persons including domestic juvenile incidents. Demonstrating punctuality and regular attendance. Performing other duties as assigned.