CLOSING DATE: This is continuous recruitment and can be closed at any time; therefore, it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. The schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.

Salary

$73,153.60 - $111,155.20 Annually

Location 

Camarillo and may be required to travel throughout Ventura County, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1689SHF-26AA (MK)

Department

Sheriff

Division

Special Services

Opening Date

01/15/2026

Under immediate supervision (Crime Analyst I), general supervision (Crime Analyst II), performs crime analysis work in support of law enforcement activities and performs related duties as required.

Crime Analyst I is the entry-level classification in this series. Incumbents perform the more routine assignments requiring the application of basic data research and analysis principles.

Crime Analyst II is the journey-level classification in this series. Incumbents perform complex technical assignments requiring professional knowledge and skills in conducting data research and analysis projects, formulating recommendations, and communicating findings effectively and are expected to exercise independent judgment working within established systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a crime analysis unit analyzing crime statistics and providing intelligence information for a law enforcement agency.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Collects, compiles, computes, analyzes, and summarizes crimes, persons, and demographic and related data from a wide variety of sources including but not limited to crime, census, economic, and demographic reports;
• Identifies crime patterns from analysis of data and makes oral and written presentations to police personnel to assist in the effective allocation and deployment of law enforcement resources in the control of crime activities;  
• Prepares reports to assist in criminal investigations and/or to make intelligence assessments;
• Prepares graphic displays including charts, maps, calendars, and related materials to effectively present statistical data; attends meetings and briefings; presents analytical findings;
• Conducts research and analysis related to suspects, incidents, locations, trends, and series; 
• (Crime Analyst II) May develop crime/suspect and suspect/crime correlations and target profile analysis;
• Acts as liaison with law enforcement, government agencies, and community groups to obtain and/or provide crime-related data;
• Learns to use (Crime Analyst I) or uses (Crime Analyst II) quantitative and qualitative methodology such as link analysis, event flow analysis, and activity charting to analyze data;
• May testify in court and travel to crime scenes; and
• Performs other related duties as required.

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Closing Date

1/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary

$109,684.44 - $136,270.08 Annually

Location 

Beverly Hills Police Department, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-3096-01

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

01/08/2026

Who We Are

The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000+ full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational activities, municipal services, and physical environment.

What We Do
The Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents, businesses and visitors. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the public trust through efficient, impartial police service.

Who We're Looking For
The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Crime and Intelligence Analyst. The ideal candidate will be proficient in performing professional crime and intelligence related studies. The incumbent should have experience in producing, preparing, and presenting various types of reports to assist officers and administrative staff in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention, intervention, and suppression of criminal activities. The ideal candidate must have strong knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures used in crime analysis and have great attention to detail. They will also be self sufficient and well organized. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently with minimum direction but is also a team player. He or she will be resourceful and communicate effectively.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the journey-level specialized professional Analyst class assigned to the Police Department.  Incumbents are expected to independently perform responsible and professional level crime analysis and research, exercise independent judgement in selecting study approach, analysis techniques, and making recommendations based on study results.   Positions in specialized Analyst classes perform substantive and complex work in one or more functional areas that typically require specialized knowledge of the assigned department’s operations and a particular industry and/or field of study. Positions in specialized Analyst classes are responsible for exercising judgment, influence, and expertise to make decisions and recommendations as they relate to the department’s operations in areas which may include, but are not limited to: providing support in functional areas of operations and/or administration; program/operational analysis; project/program management; cost control, legislative analysis, contract administration, budget, space management/fixed asset control, etc. The Criminal Intelligence Analyst is distinguished from other specialized Analyst classes by its allocation to the Police Department, serving as a professional-level resource for a variety of crime and intelligence-related analyses and studies.

Detailed Job Description

For the full job description please review the class specification at: https://www.governmentjobs.com 

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Closing Date: 11/26/2025

Salary

$97,493.76 - $118,569.36 Annually

Location 

San Jose

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202501325

DEPART

Police Department

Opening Date

11/05/2025

Closing Date

11/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

About the Department

The San José Police Department is committed to providing excellent public safety services through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices. We serve San José’s diverse community with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting the rights of all individuals and ensuring equal protection under the law.

Position Duties

The San José Police Department’s Crime Analysis Unit (CAU) is seeking skilled, motivated professionals for the Crime and Intelligence Analyst (CIA) position. This position plays a critical role in supporting the Department’s mission to enhance public safety through data-driven strategies, community collaboration, and 21st Century Policing practices.

The CIA transforms complex data into actionable intelligence that supports officers, investigators, and command staff. Using advanced analytical tools, law enforcement databases, and modern crime analysis techniques, the CIA identifies crime patterns, forecasts emerging trends, and provides insights that guide investigations, resource deployment, and strategic planning.

Key responsibilities include collecting, analyzing, and interpreting crime, staffing, and performance data; conducting complex statistical and spatial analyses; developing reports and visual products; and identifying links between offenders, criminal activity, and community factors. The position also collaborates with investigative units, command staff, and partner agencies to support the identification, suppression, and apprehension of offenders.

This position offers a unique opportunity for professionals who are passionate about data analysis, problem-solving, and public service. The CAU provides a dynamic work environment that values innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to advancing public safety across the City of San José.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establish and maintain information systems by designing, creating, and updating databases; analyze and enter data into law enforcement systems; prepare and maintain files and reference materials; research websites and social media; and share intelligence with other analysts and partner agencies. Responsibilities also include preparing flow charts, link analyses, and crime maps; conducting financial and asset investigations; and producing analytical reports that support investigations and operational decisions.
• Develop and deliver training to unit and department personnel by creating instructional materials, gathering subject matter input, and conducting sessions related to crime and intelligence analysis tools, data systems, and analytical techniques.
• Support Department operations by gathering and disseminating critical information on wanted individuals, public safety concerns, and other law enforcement matters, as well as representing the Unit at interdepartmental and external meetings.

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Closing Date: 12/3/2025

Salary

$113,362.08 - $137,841.60 Annually

Location 

San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

25-V7G-A

Department

District Attorney

Division

Crime Lab

Opening Date

11/17/2025

Closing Date

12/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

92

Description

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of crime-related statistical analyses to identify crime trends and develop tactical crime prevention strategies.

The County of Santa Clara District Attorney's Office is currently recruiting for one (1) full-time Crime Analyst in the Crime Strategies unit.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a full background investigation prior to appointment.
Typical Tasks

• Provides investigative analytical support for major crime investigations that are highly confidential in nature;

• Maps, records and monitors criminal intelligence utilizing advanced computer software to identify statistical trends in criminal activity;

• Collects raw data from a variety of law enforcement sources to convert into criminal intelligence information;

• Gathers data from electronic multi-media sources and performs analysis of digital information to identify crime related activity;

• Develops and conducts presentations/visual aides to demonstrate findings related to trends/facts of a particular case before law enforcement personnel, the court, and other community stakeholders;

• Collaborates and confers with Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies to participate in tactical operational planning and development;

• Provides real-time analytical support in the areas of subject identification and link analysis, and provides various timelines for on-going investigations;

• Prepares and maintains confidential data, files and reports related to crime analysis;

• May testify in court;

• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;

• Performs other related duties as required.

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Closing Date: Continuous

Salary

$78,291.20 - $105,518.40 Annually

Location 

Orange County

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

8371GE-1025-060 (O)

Department

Sheriff/Coroner

Opening Date

10/30/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Research Analyst performs research and analysis at an experienced professional level.  Under general supervision or direction, the analyst will work with criminal justice systems, various databases, to include but not limited to geographic information systems, analyze publicly safety support, while operating in accordance with the organization's legal and policy constraints.  

THE DIVISION

The Crime Analysis Unit collects, organizes, analyzes, and interprets crime and incident data for evaluation of past performance and to identify criminal activity patterns and trends for operational deployment, tactical intervention, strategic planning, and management analysis.
The Orange County Real Time Operation Center (RTOC) is a state of the art centralized location where law enforcement personnel accumulate and analyze publicly available information and data from several law enforcement databases in real time.
The RTOC is designed to provide the Orange County Sheriff’s Department with the ability to capitalize on a wide range of technologies for a well-organized and effective policing strategy within our county. These efforts allow deputies to respond safely and swiftly to crimes in progress or that have recently occurred. The technology at our disposal allows the analysts to assist deputies in responding to crimes more resourcefully and consciously, with improved operational intelligence and a proactive concentration on community and officer safety.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, SQL Server software databases, ArcGIS, and have knowledge of python (or similar computer programming language) and cell phone analysis software; possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution with course work in Criminal Justice, Social Services, Computer Science, or closely related field. Possession of a Crime and Intelligence Analyst Certificate issued by a recognized institution; one or more years of experience working as a crime intelligence analyst for a government agency. Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance; proficient accessing, applying, and operating standard analytical software independently.

Education and Experience
One (1) year of experience in the Orange County class of Assistant Research Analyst.
Or
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field such as Statistics, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Public Health, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Urban Planning, Economics, or a closely related field that included coursework in research methods, statistical analysis, program evaluation, or quantitative or qualitative research design.
And
Three (3) years of professional experience conducting applied research, including developing methodologies, performing statistical analysis using software tools (e.g., SPSS, R, SAS, or similar), interpreting results, and preparing reports or presentations to support program or policy decisions. 

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The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, solutions-driven professional who excels at turning complex data into actionable insights that support community safety, enhance organizational performance, optimize resources, and guide strategic decision-making. They bring sharp analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to communicate findings in a clear, compelling, and accessible way. Adaptable and tech-savvy, they thrive both independently and in collaborative team environments.

Successful candidates will bring:
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting complex data related to law enforcement, crime trends, predictive analytics, operational efficiency, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Power BI; experience with GIS; and desirable experience with Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management Systems (RMS).
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• A proactive mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and strong organizational and time management skills.

Core Competencies for Success

• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Strategic & Analytical Thinking
• Comfort with Ambiguity
• Attention to Detail
• Effective Use of Technology
• Adaptability
• Clear Writing & Presentation Skills
• Strong Oral Communication
• Initiative & Self-Management

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying.  A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, criminal justice, statistics, or a field related to the job duties in the department they will be assigned.
 
Experience: Two years of experience in a responsible journey-level technical or administrative capacity, which include responsibility for compiling and analyzing data, preparing reports, and making recommendations related to business processes and functions. Prior experience in a government or administrative police department is highly desirable.
 
Certification: The possession of a Crime Analysis certification from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.

Supplemental Information

Application Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on October 29, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. Additional job-related skills testing may be used to assess an applicant's ability to perform successfully in this position. All those candidates passing each exam component will be placed on an employment eligibility list. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: A candidate selected for this position must successfully a complete police background investigation including a fingerprint check and polygraph examination, a thorough reference check/employment verification, and a pre-employment medical exam including a drug test.

DEADLINE: Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on October 29, 2025.

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Closing Date: Continuous

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location 

City of Anaheim, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-00194

Department

Police

Opening Date

09/08/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Salary Range:

Criminal Research Specialist: $75,296.00 - $91,520.00 annual salary

Senior Criminal Research Specialist: $87,547.20 - $106,412.80 annual salary 

The Anaheim Police Department is looking for a Senior Criminal Research Specialist or Criminal Research Specialist to join our dynamic Crime Analysis Unit. In this critical role, you’ll provide high-level analytical support that directly impacts public safety and investigative success.

Key duties include:

• Analyze and track crime trends to support patrol and investigative operations
• Conduct geographic and temporal analysis to identify emerging patterns and areas of concern
• Create maps, reports, and visualizations to communicate key findings
• Work closely with investigators on active cases—supporting operations with advanced research, link analysis, and cell data analysis
• Collaborate with local, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement partners
• Present findings in meetings—and potentially in court
• Take the lead on creating, refining, and evaluating dashboards that measure success and drive decisions using tools like PowerBI, Tableau, and SQL

The role may be embedded within an investigative detail, where advanced investigative research and analysis skills are necessary to support active investigations and operations.

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CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time

Under immediate supervision (Crime Analyst I), general supervision (Crime Analyst II), performs crime analysis work in support of law enforcement activities and performs related duties as required.

Crime Analyst I is the entry-level classification in this series. Incumbents perform the more routine assignments requiring the application of basic data research and analysis principles.

Crime Analyst II is the journey-level classification in this series. Incumbents perform complex technical assignments requiring professional knowledge and skills in conducting data research and analysis projects, formulating recommendations, and communicating findings effectively and are expected to exercise independent judgment working within established systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a crime analysis unit analyzing crime statistics and providing intelligence information for a law enforcement agency

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Collects, compiles, computes, analyzes, and summarizes crimes, persons, and demographic and related data from a wide variety of sources including but not limited to crime, census, economic, and demographic reports;
• Identifies crime patterns from analysis of data and makes oral and written presentations to police personnel to assist in the effective allocation and deployment of law enforcement resources in the control of crime activities;  
• Prepares reports to assist in criminal investigations and/or to make intelligence assessments;
• Prepares graphic displays including charts, maps, calendars, and related materials to effectively present statistical data; attends meetings and briefings; presents analytical findings;
• Conducts research and analysis related to suspects, incidents, locations, trends, and series; 
• (Crime Analyst II) May develop crime/suspect and suspect/crime correlations and target profile analysis;
• Acts as liaison with law enforcement, government agencies, and community groups to obtain and/or provide crime-related data;
• Learns to use (Crime Analyst I) or uses (Crime Analyst II) quantitative and qualitative methodology such as link analysis, event flow analysis, and activity charting to analyze data;
• May testify in court and travel to crime scenes; and
• Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely produce the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Examples of qualifying education, training, and experience are:

Crime Analyst I:

• Possession of a California Department of Justice Crime and Intelligence Analysis Certification or its equivalent, OR
• Completion of eighteen (18) semester units or twenty-eight (28) quarter units in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Geographic Information Sciences, Information Systems, Statistics, or Research Methodology or a closely related field AND six (6) months' experience performing research and statistical analysis for a law enforcement agency, OR
• One (1) year experience performing research and statistical analysis for a law enforcement agency.

Crime Analyst II:

• Possession of a California Department of Justice Crime and Intelligence Analysis Certification or its equivalent AND one (1) year experience performing research and statistical analysis for a law enforcement agency, OR
• Completion of eighteen (18) semester units or twenty-eight (28) quarter units in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Geographic Information Sciences, Information Systems, Statistics, or Research Methodology or a closely related field AND one (1) year experience performing research and statistical analysis for a law enforcement agency, OR
• Two (2) years' experience performing research and statistical analysis for a law enforcement agency, OR
• One (1) year experience as a Crime Analyst I with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office.  

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Closing Date: Continuous

The Position (Detectives)

• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information such as logs, bulletins, reports, maps, graphical presentations, staff reports, penal, vehicle and municipal codes;
• Find, compile, analyze and validate credibility of information and data;
• Develop and test hypothesis, forecasts, and predictions regarding criminal activity;
• Assist in the development of tactical and strategic responses to criminal activity;
• Operate a variety of computer software applications, including mapping, graphing, charting, data-bases, spreadsheets and others;
• Prepare and maintain a variety of data, records, reports, bulletins, and correspondence;
• Read, understand, interpret, and apply law enforcement codes and regulations;
• Make verbal presentations;
• Possess knowledge of social media
• Stays up-to-date with current best practices and procedures for crime analysis and their application to UCR reporting, NIBRS reporting, RIPA reporting, hate crime reporting, and other law enforcement uses. Identifies current best practices in public policy, public administration and criminal justice, including the elements of crimes, and effective techniques and information sources for research, analysis and statistical analysis.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills would be acceptable.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
A Bachelor's Degree from a college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field AND at least one (1) year of related professional experience.

OR

Two (2) years of related college course work AND four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative or analytical experience.
Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Be proficient in MS Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access); 
• Have the ability to monitor and track divisional workloads and projects, identify issues and trends, and make recommendations to ensure accurate and efficient operations;
• Demonstrate the ability to perform research, and analyze and communicate data;
• Exercise sound judgement and strong problem-solving skills;
• Be an affective communicator with the ability to convey clear and succinct messages verbally and in writing;
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. 

Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled.  

First review of the applications will be those received by Thursday, October 10, 2024. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is a possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be  invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of the following components:

Exam Component       Exam Weight          Tentative Date
Written Exam                       30%                  Thursday, October 17, 2024 
Performance Exam              30%                   Friday, October 25, 2024
Oral Interview                      40%                   Friday, October 25, 2024 

Examinations will be conducted on a periodic basis depending on the needs of the City and the number of applicants.

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Closing Date: Continuous

THE ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT WILL BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION BEGINNING THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2024 ON A CONTINUOUS BASIS UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT ARE MET. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.

GENERAL DUTIES

Independently conducts research and analysis in the collection analysis and dissemination of crime data to discover trends, patterns and changes in criminal activity. Leverage technology and data to support and monitor incidents in real time. Utilize databases and software to analyze and interpret crime data to develop crime series, patterns and suspect profiles. Perform Data Management, research and analytical duties to develop and generate various reports and bulletins. Facilitate the transfer of crime information between  analysts, units, bureaus and divisions. Communicate and work effectively with co-workers, representatives of other agencies, and the public. Develops curriculum for the Crime Analysis Unit Internship Program and oversees the training of crime analysis interns; assists supervising staff as needed. 

HOW TO APPLY
Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on-line applications. Application information must be current, succinct, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should demonstrate your professional experience and education related to the specific qualifications/duties listed in this bulletin, including areas which you have developed expertise. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Mary Cortez-Valadez at (714) 834-5834 or email at mcortez-valadez@ocsheriff.gov.