CRIME ANALYST

Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed old world charm with a breathtaking Art Museum, top-flight arts and cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.

The purpose of this position is to collect, collate, analyze, disseminate, and evaluate crime data to discover developing trends, patterns, and changes in criminal activity, using mapping and other analytical software. The Crime Analyst works within the Office of Management Analysis and Planning of the Milwaukee Police Department.

• Produce information related to crime trends to assist the department’s operational and administrative personnel in preventing and suppressing criminal activities, aiding the investigative process, increasing apprehension of offenders and clearing cases.
• Prepare data used to make recommendations on manpower deployment and resource allocation.
• Maintain statistical reports that detail the results of analysis, conclusions, and recommendations; prepare periodic statistical reports for department commanders.
• Measure and forecast long-term public safety activity related to problem solving, intervention, and crime reduction efforts.
• Collect, analyze and interpret data received from various departmental units and other law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain proficiency with GIS software and crime analysis methods and tools.
• Analyze crime information, statistical data, reports and documents from Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies.
• Assist members of the department, elected officials and community members in obtaining data from systems to which they have access.
• Train department members on access to and analysis of data.

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

1. Bachelor’s degree in an academic field such as statistics, sociology, criminal justice or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
2. One year of experience conducting research using complex statistical analysis and statistical computer programs.
3. Experience in the use of statistical computer programs, such as SPSS or SAS, and experience working with GIS software, computer databases, relational databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.
4. Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

IMPORTANT NOTE: College transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. Transcripts should be attached to your online application. Applications without transcripts attached will be considered incomplete and will be rejected. Student/unofficial copies are acceptable; however, your transcript must be legible and include your college/university name, your name, the degree completed (if applicable) and the date completed.

• Master’s degree in geography, public policy, public administration, or other related fields of study with a concentration in statistics, research methods, intermediate or higher quantitative or qualitative methods from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of law enforcement computer systems, i.e., Records Management System (RMS) and Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD).
• The International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA) certification desirable.

• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data and statistics using quantitative and qualitative methodology.
• Ability to prepare and present complex statistical reports.
• Ability to effectively participate in team efforts to improve/develop departmental programs and services.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in completing assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to effectively prepare and present findings to command-level officers and other local, state and federal law enforcement officials.
• Knowledge and experience with computer systems in order to conduct research, analyze data, and effectively present and communicate findings.

The current starting salary (2GN) is $54,251 for residents of the City of Milwaukee, appointment above the minimum is possible up to $63,097 with approval. The annual starting salary is $52,920 for non-Milwaukee residents, with appointment above the minimum is possible up to $61,549 with approval.

The City of Milwaukee offers a collaborative, positive work environment where each employee contributes to making the city the best place possible to live and work. The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Insurance Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit www.city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits2017.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Milwaukee Police Department reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Information from the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision.

NOTE: Candidates must pass a Milwaukee Police Department background investigation before hire.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Applications can be accessed by visiting www.jobaps.com/MIL.
• Applications and transcripts should be submitted no later than Friday, August 11, 2017.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
• For additional information about the position, please contact April Nwandu, Human Resources Analyst Senior, by email: alcole@milwaukee.gov or by phone: (414) 935-7321.

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.