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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Senior Criminal Analyst

Midland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $70K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of Midland County's Sheriff's Office, focused on enhancing public safety and supporting criminal investigations. The Senior Criminal Analyst is responsible for conducting advanced research and analysis to aid in the investigation and prosecution of criminal activities.

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Responsibilities

Perform data entry and verification of data files

Use teletype and/or computer terminal to access driver licenses, criminal records, various agencies files, NCIC/TCIC and vehicle registration data bases to identify subjects for Midland County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies as requested

Knowledge of criminal records and analysis and operation of analyst functions as they relate to criminal law enforcement, policies, procedures

Conduct assessments of criminal activity and public safety, as well as assessments of threats and vulnerabilities to the state’s critical infrastructure

Works under the supervision of the TAG Center - Permian Basin Administrator with limited supervision and extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment

Research, read, evaluate, and analyze all reports, letters, booklets, magazines, periodicals, newspaper clippings, and all other materials received by the TAG Center - Permian Basin and the Midland County Sheriff's Office

Assists other divisions, sections, or personnel as needed or directed

Provide field investigators with specific information upon request

Collect, analyze, and summarize data collected and disseminate pertinent documents to aid investigators in criminal cases and enhance public safety

Prepare, compile, test, analyze, and interpret statistical data

Submit to the TAG Center - Permian Basin Administrator and investigators all intelligence information appearing to be of value to the agency, or to any official law enforcement agency for the prevention and suppression of crime

Advise and assist investigators requesting name checks by furnishing any known or related information that may be of assistance to the requesting investigator but not appearing in the particular area being reviewed

Prepare periodic analysis reports relative to crime developments, either as they are currently occurring, or as they are estimated to occur in the future

Perform liaison activities with analysts from federal, state, and local law enforcement personnel

Maintain close liaison with jurisdictions in regard to situations, incidents, and occurrences of law enforcement interest

Support state counterterrorism initiatives by conducting research and providing analytical assessments related to threats from domestic and international groups

Provide assessments related to the threats against and vulnerabilities of identified state critical infrastructure

Attend meetings and training related to criminal activity of violent offenders and gangs in order to assist law enforcement personnel in evaluating and sharing related pertinent information

Prepare charts and court displays for state and federal court

Develop and maintain sources of information by obtaining public information and information from other law enforcement agencies

Interact with the general public to obtain information related to suspicious activity or specific criminal activity

Participate in compiling data for specific files to be included in databases

Instruct and provide training to TAG Center - Permian Basin and other agencies with informative presentations regarding criminal activities and program responsibilities mandated by the law

Evaluate and monitor legislative bills and proposals

Compile information to be used in bulletins, articles, and publications for the benefit of the law enforcement community

Compose and/or complete memoranda/correspondence/reports summarizing documentation pertaining to identified subjects

Responsible for researching agency and arresting officer information for appropriate dissemination of jail call or TAG Center - Permian Basin collected evidence on subjects

Interacting with other TAG Center to collaborate on crime trends and investigations as appropriate

Be an administrator (allow access, remove access, set up and remove groups, moderate and respond) for TAG Center - Permian Basin wireless communications

Stand up, moderate and monitor TAG Center - Midland anonymous tip and information website

Be available to travel within the state to support TAG Center operations and training

Have reasonable understanding or TAG Center - Permian Basin grant and the ability to act intermittently for the TAG Center - Permian Basin Administrator with some of these responsibilities

Work with Midland County Auditor and Purchasing Department to ensure payment of small items and monthly expenses

Collect and organize all reporting from TAG Center - Permian Basin investigators and ensure uniformity and completeness to turn over to prosecutors

Assist TAG Center - Permian Basin Administrator as a back-up for the TAG grant database (eGrants), set up meeting with Advisory Board, prepare the agenda, and take notes. Do the same with state, county and local elected officials, county and local department heads in the Permian Basin

Must possess the physical and/or mental abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job

Shall abide by all Midland County Polices, City and County Ordinances, and State and Federal Laws

Performs any assignment issued by chain of command and/or Sheriff

Qualification

Criminal records analysisData analysisStatistical software proficiencyMicrosoft OfficeIntelligence gatheringResearch skillsPublic speakingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent, plus at least one year of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Experience recommended, but not necessary, in criminal justice, military, or government intelligence agency or criminal intelligence network organization performing duties of or relating to either criminal investigations, intelligence gathering procedures, police communications/telecommunications network operations, or professional level work involving extensive data and internet research, compilation and correlation of data on a full-time basis, and preparation of analytical reports

Knowledge of criminal records and analysis and operation of analyst functions as they relate to criminal law enforcement of policies and procedures

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.g. CAPPS, SharePoint), and includes statistical software and tools, and be able to learn new software/systems

Benefits

HEALTH / DENTAL INSURANCE- Regular full-time employees are provided general medical, hospitalization, and dental insurance coverage. This is free to the employee if they take a yearly HRA and have negative Cotinine test yearly. Employees may obtain coverage under the group plan for family members at their own expense. All benefits have a waiting period of the first of the month following 30 days of hire. Prices for other insurance are listed here.

LONG TERM DISABILITY- Regular full-time employees working over 30 hours per week are eligible for long-term disability benefits. This benefit becomes effective on the 1st day of the month following six months of continuous employment with the county.

CAFETERIA PLAN- All regular full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the supplemental insurance portion of the county cafeteria plan on the 91st day of employment, or annually during an enrollment period for the following plan year of January 1 through December 31. They will not be eligible for enrollment in the Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and/or dependent care until the first annual enrollment for the plan year beginning after 1 full year of employment.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS- Midland County offers five deferred compensation plans. Enrollment in one of these plans can be done at any time after the 91st day of employment.

RETIREMENT PLAN- The county is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS). Regular employees are required to become members of TCDRS and are eligible for this benefit immediately upon employment. Employees automatically deposit 7% of their salary. Temporary employees are not eligible to become members of TCDRS. The county matches employee deposits by 200% and interest at retirement. An employee is vested after 8 years of service. An employee may retire with full benefits after 8 years of service and attainment of age 60, or after 30 years of service, or at the time the employee qualifies under the "Rule of 75". The "Rule of 75" is defined as when the employee's age combined with years of service (rounded down to whole years) equal to 75 or more.

DEATH BENEFIT PLANS- There are two (2) types of death benefit plans provided by Midland County to all employees who participate in the Texas County and District Retirement System.

SOCIAL SECURITY- All employees of the county are covered by social security. The county also contributes to the social security system on behalf of each employee.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION- All employees of the county are covered by the workers' compensation insurance program, and the county pays the premium. This coverage provides medical and salary continuation payments to employees who receive bona fide, on-the-job, work-related injuries.

LEAVE TIME- Regular full-time county employees are eligible for holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and other types of released time under certain circumstances.

FREE WELLNESS CLINIC- for anyone over the age 3 covered by Midland County's insurance.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

LONGEVITY PAY- Upon completion of one (1) year of service, each employee receives longevity pay. Longevity pay is paid at a rate of sixty dollars ($60.00) per year of service to the county. This longevity pay is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis.

TELADOC SERVICES- This service gives you access to a medical professional via the internet at no charge to the employee. To use this service you must be covered under the County medical plan and register with Teladoc.