Spotsylvania County is committed to maintaining a drug free workplace. Employees are prohibited from manufacturing, distributing, possessing or using controlled substances such as marijuana. A positive drug test result, confirmed use or impairment can be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination in accordance with our personnel policies.

A positive pre-employment drug test will also disqualify a candidate for hire.

General Statement of Job

Under general supervision, performs clerical work involving the collection, analysis, and distribution of criminal data to assist law enforcement personnel in identifying suspects, arresting suspects, and solving cases involving child victims. Work involves researching and compiling data, analyzing crime data to identify suspects and crime patterns, maintaining computerized case files, and disseminating crime information to the Sheriff’s Office personnel and other jurisdictions. Reports to a Captain.

Special Duties & Responsibilities

Develops and maintains data collection crime series log serving as an intelligence database: reviews daily reports from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Virginia State Police, and other law enforcement agencies.
Reviews and analyzes CSAM images, researches suspect names/histories, related incident reports, through computer resources; requests assistance or information from other jurisdictions regarding crimes involving child victims.
Operates and maintains databases in order to report to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and the Virginia State Police about the status of assigned cases.
Researches and compiles various statistical, demographic, or administrative data: makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; summarizes data and prepares/generates reports and charts; conducts research of department records, maps, criminal records, database records, Internet sites, hardcopy materials, or other sources as needed.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, police incident reports, crime analysis reports, NCIC codes, maps, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate.
Operates a personal computer, general office equipment, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, research, email, Internet, or other computer programs; performs basic maintenance of computer system and office equipment, such as backing up data or replacing paper, ink, or toner.
Maintains file system of various files/records; prepares files, organizes documentation, and files documents in designated order; retrieves/replaces files; shreds/destroys confidential or obsolete documents; ensures proper maintenance of records, confidentiality of information, and release of records to authorized individuals in accordance with established guidelines.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, county officials, law enforcement personnel, other jurisdictions, the public, the media, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Attends various meetings as needed; attends and shares information at daily roll call meetings in the Criminal Investigations Division.
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Training & Experience

Associate’s Degree with course work emphasis in Criminal Justice, Criminal Psychology, or Law Enforcement; supplemented by three (3) years of previous experience and/or training that includes crime analysis, statistical analysis, law enforcement, office administration, database maintenance, and personal computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must possess and maintain a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license.

Special Requirements

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the County and departmental practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Crime Analyst ICAC/CVU.
Knowledge of the principles and methods associated with the research, collection, and analysis of criminal data.
Knowledge of the principles and methods associated with statistical analysis of criminal data, including determination of current trends and prediction of future trends.
Knowledge of the terminology, principles, and methods utilized within the department.
Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information.
Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, computer operations, equipment needs, policies, etc., as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, members of the general public, law enforcement agencies, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department.
Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear, and effective manner.
Ability to use independent judgment and work with little direct supervision as situations warrant.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency with computers and related software programs. Ability to read, understand, and interpret statistical, technical, and computer reports and related materials.
Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
Ability to read a variety of law enforcement, statistical, and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.
Ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic principles and formulas, and basic geometric principles and calculations; may include ability to utilize principles of basic probability and statistical inference.
Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery, tools, and equipment, such as a motor vehicle, computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, statistical calculator, or telephone. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually, with job-related equipment. Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated office equipment. Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motions while coordinating the other hand with different activities. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. May require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color. Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving the nature of sounds by ear).

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