Criminal justice Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Salary : $87,547.20 - $106,412.80 Annually

Location : City of Anaheim, CA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2025-00054

Department : Police

Opening Date : 03 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 4 / 3 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Description

Salary Range :

Criminal Research Specialis t : $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 in the Crime Analysis Unit. The position will be responsible for providing analytical support throughout the department, including compiling and maintaining datasets, analyzing and tracking crime data, mapping trends, and identifying geographic areas of concern. The analyst will provide further support including call data analysis, network analysis, link analysis, temporal analysis, and preparing reports and visualizations.

Criminal Research Specialist -Under direction : gathers, researches, and analyzes criminal data and issues. Identifies relevant data and recommends enhancements to proactive and reactive law enforcement capabilities.

Senior Criminal Research Specialist - Perform responsible work assisting law enforcement staff in the analysis of suspected or documented criminal activity; act as a lead worker and participate in complex research and analytical studies involving operations and programs.

Note : The department has sole discretion to appoint at either level depending on the candidate's level of qualifications.

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and / or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Criminal Research Specialist

• Researches, compiles analyzes data, maps crime trends and patterns; makes recommendation of possible solution to criminal investigative problems; and assists patrol, investigative and administrative staff in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention, intervention and suppression of criminal activities.

Confirms accuracy and reliability of data through investigation and research.

Enhance department capabilities by preparing analytical and / or statistical reports. Effectively communicates report findings both orally and in writing.

Develop crime mapping and analysis of spatially referenced data such as police reports, calls for service, parolees, sex registrants, etc.

Respond to citizens, local businesses, city council, etc. regarding local crime problems.

Establish and maintain contacts with counterparts in other law enforcement agencies and attend all relevant schools and training to keep current with technology and analytical investigative techniques.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Senior Criminal Research Specialist

Assist and facilitate the work of staff in the review and analysis of crime reports and related criminal data to identify and evaluate crime series, trends, and patterns.

Coordinate and lead the work of staff in analyzing and evaluating criminal intelligence information.

Assist and train staff in the proper use of crime analysis computer applications, various spreadsheets, and databases.

Assist and train staff in automation tools and methods for generating, organizing and displaying a wide variety of complex statistical and other research data, electronic spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology.

Design and develop crime analysis techniques and methodologies to improve work practices and interface effectively with existing operating systems.

Research, compile, analyze data, map crime trends and patterns; make recommendations of possible solutions to criminal investigative problems and assist patrol, investigative and administrative staff in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention, intervention and suppression of criminal activities.

Prepare comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, and charts based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.

Develop and maintain manual and automated systems for storage and retrieval of crime information; recommend new projects or alternate courses of action to achieve program and operational criminal activity.

Evaluate available information and determine analytical methods to be used; research and prepare comprehensive crime data reports and studies.

Respond to citizens, local businesses, Mayor / City Council members and internal staff regarding local crime problems.

Collaborate with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Criminal Research Specialist - To view the full qualifications, please click HERE.

Experience : Performing research and analysis relative to criminal activity and statistics; analytical report writing; manual and automated data entry and retrieval of analytical data

Senior Criminal Research Specialist - To view the full qualifications, please click

Experience and Training : performing advanced journey level research and analysis relative to criminal activity and statistics; complex analytical report writing experience supplemented by accredited college course work in criminal justice, statistics, or a related field or official designation as a certified crime analyst through the California Department of Justice (DOJ). An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Supplemental Information

Applications will be accepted until Thursday, April 3 , 2025 at 5 : 00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment and oral interview.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and / or additional vacancies throughout the City.

The following documents are required and must be completed and brought to the oral interview :

Please provide as many of the required documents along with your Preliminary Background Information / PHS, BIQ, and Applicant Autobiography. Items such as transcripts, credit report or other missing documents can be provided upon your receiving them.

Anaheim Police Department Blueprint - knowledge of the Anaheim Police Department Blueprint is required of all Police Department employees.

Further selection steps include, but are not limited to a background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, a medical examination, which includes drug / alcohol screening, and an interview with the Chief of Police. The interview with the background investigator and completion of the background investigation will include, but is not limited to, verification and evaluation of any present and / or past use of drugs, driving and employment history.

Further selection steps include, but are not limited to a background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, a medical examination, which includes drug / alcohol screening, and an interview with the Chief of Police. The interview with the background investigator and completion of the background investigation will include, but is not limited to, verification and evaluation of any present and / or past use of drugs, driving and employment history.

Please review the following common disqualifiers. If any items listed pertain to you, you will be automatically disqualified in the background investigation. You may, at this time, want to screen yourself and withdraw prior to starting the recruitment process.

The following may result in disqualification :

Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration.

The City of Anaheim uses E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

Communication regarding your application and / or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

To view the current benefits summary, visit : https : / / www.anaheim.net / DocumentCenter / View / 30970 / Benefits-Summary-Full-Time

For additional information about the City's benefits, visit : www.myanaheimbenefits.com

RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

Note : Pension contribution limitations are set by CalPERS each calendar year, with compensation limit requirements for Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) members and Classic members. Employee contributions will be deposited into a 401(a) account after reaching this limit. Employees with CalPERS membership dates prior to July 1, 1996 are not impacted by these limits.

To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit :

https : / / www.anaheim.net / DocumentCenter / View / 4783 / CalPERS-Rates

These supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. The responses you provide to these questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet minimum qualification requirements. Failure to provide specific, complete and verifiable information may result in your application not being considered. Do not submit a resume in lieu of a complete application.

How many years of experience do you possess performing research and analysis relative to criminal activity and statistics?

Please describe your knowledge and use of computer databases, electronic spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software, statistical applications, and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. If none, please type N / A.

Do you have experience utilizing investigative & intelligence techniques to identify investigative leads, suspects, crime patterns, and modus operandi?

Please provide a detailed example(s) of your experience utilizing investigative & intelligence techniques to identify investigative leads, suspects, crime patterns, and modus operandi. Include examples of when you used this knowledge, skill, or ability; the role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. If none, type N / A

Please describe your experience collecting and processing complex quantitative and qualitative data. Within your answer, please include your experience working with relational databases and writing SQL code. Include specific examples; the role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer); and the length of time of experience. If none, type N / A

Please indicate if you are proficient with any of the following software

Please list any coursework, specialized training, or certification you may have obtained that relates to the position for which you are applying. If none, please type N / A.

Required Question