California State Jobs You Probably Didn't Know About: Crime Analyst I

The Crime Analyst I job classification has the following minimum requirements:

Crime Analyst I

Either I

Equivalent to completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college or university; or

II

One year of work experience obtaining, analyzing, and/or disseminating criminal justice information; or

III

Possession of a Certificate of Completion in Crime and Intelligence Analysis or comparable program.

The pay range is $3906 - $6100/month. If you are new to State service, you would be hired at the bottom of the pay range.

To take the Crime Analyst I exam, click here: CalCareers

There are also the Crime Analyst II, Crime Analyst III, and Crime Analyst Supervisor job classifications. Here is a description of the Crime Analyst job classification series:

Description of Series

This series specification describes classifications used statewide to locate, compile, analyze, and disseminate criminal intelligence information and coordinate with local, state, and federal law enforcement and criminal justice agencies.

Crime Analyst I

This is the entry through first journal level in the series. Under supervision, incumbents perform a variety of duties such as searching various databases and files for criminal history and individual information; analyzing a variety of records and data to identify patterns and validate information; searching and comparing fingerprints; analyzing applications (e.g., for licensure, certification, permit); and providing assistance and support to local law enforcement and related agencies, maintaining confidentiality and ensuring the appropriate release of records.

Crime Analyst II

This is the advanced journey level. Under general direction, incumbents perform the more difficult and complex analytical duties; perform highly specialized research; make presentations to law enforcement and civic groups; prepare reports and publications; testify in court regarding work processes and products; and assist law enforcement on site. Incumbents may act as a lead and provide training to others.

Crime Analyst III

This is the expert level. Incumbents are identified by management as the most highly skilled analysts who are the prime resource persons and innovators critical to the department's basic mission. Incumbents perform the most complex, critical and specialized functions related to criminal information analysis; provide database coordination between departmental programs and other law enforcement agencies; conduct field audits to verify compliance with statutes and regulations; conduct analytical studies and make recommendations to management; serve as lead on department-wide projects; review pending federal and state legislation for impact; participate in various conferences and meetings of professional organizations; oversee programs and provide quality control; and plan and conduct training for criminal justice agency personnel. Incumbents may act as leads and provide training to others.

Crime Analyst Supervisor

This is the full supervisory level. Incumbents supervise, coordinate, and review the work of Crime Analysts and other staff; plan and direct unit operations and resources to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness; evaluate work and performance of staff; plan work activities on a daily basis; prepare documents to provide information and/or direction on departmental programs and services; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Incumbents may also assist in the preparation of budgets and planning, developing, and implementing programs.