Intelligence Analyst

The Intelligence Analyst works closely with our Criminal Investigations Division and other Agencies not only in the state of Florida, but all over the United States. This position will work hand and hand with our Detectives on major case investigations and provides support during natural disasters and planned events throughout the county. This position will not only work in an office setting, but will also deploy to crime scenes, field offices, and SJSO’s mobile command centers. The Intelligence Analyst works diligently with SJSO’s Real Time Intelligence Center (RTIC) to update law enforcement deputies and dispatchers in real time during operations.

Primary Purpose

The Intelligence Analyst provides support to SJSO Criminal Investigations Division units and other SJSO divisions during major case investigations, planned events, civil unrest, and natural disasters. The Intelligence Analyst performs complex assignments requiring professional knowledge and skills in conducting research and analysis to support criminal investigations and other law enforcement responsibilities.

Education and Qualification Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Valid Florida Driver’s License
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or; Combination of education and experience (evaluated on a case by case basis) or; Intelligence analyst related certification and experience or; Current SJSO employees will be considered and may be exempt from educational and experience requirements

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in research, analyzing and evaluating intelligence information for criminal investigations
• Experience with databases and software related to law enforcement intelligence gathering
• FDLE analyst certification (or equivalent certification)

Duties

• Analyzes, evaluates, and correlates police reports and intelligence information from multiple sources
• Coordinates with case agents on criminal investigations and ongoing operations
• Participates in multi-agency task force investigations, work groups, or committees to provide analytical assistance to meet the objectives of SJSO and other law enforcement agencies
• Utilizes online social media platforms to obtain information and intelligence relevant to criminal investigations and matters of public safety
• Uses open source and law enforcement intelligence databases and software to locate people, information, and identify potential threats and/or criminal activity
• Provides statistical and established benchmarks regarding crime statistics to agency
• Creates and distributes intelligence bulletins and reports as applicable
• Updates law enforcement and dispatch personnel through the use of radio and computerized aided dispatch communications during Real Time Intelligence Center (RTIC) operations
• Deploys to crime scenes, field offices, mobile command centers as needed to provide immediate support
• Assists other federal, state, and local agencies during emergency management incidents including natural disasters, mass casualty incidents, and high profile planned events
• Other duties may be required and assigned

Job Controls and Complexities

• Report directly to supervisor
• Adhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ procedures
• Maintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employment
• Process/compile/disseminate record/public record information as directed by approving authority in accordance with lawful requirements
• Maintain continuity and operational efficiency by accurate and timely dissemination of information to Staff and co-workers
• Adhere to leave, overtime and attendance policies/procedures (i.e. arrive promptly, regular attendance at work, notification to supervisor regarding absence from work due to illness or untimely incidents, etc.)

Contacts

• General Public
• Employees
• Other Law Enforcement Entities

Grade Classification

• Occupations which require a combination of basic scientific or technical knowledge and manual skill which can be obtained through specialized post-secondary school education or through equivalent on-the-job training

Physical Environment

• Work is primarily in an office environment, with occasional field deployment
• Hours may vary and employees are subject to rotating shifts
• Overtime may be necessary to include nights, holidays, and weekends
• On call rotation is required
• Exposure to elements and/or pathogens is minimal
• Sit for long periods
• See at normal range or with accommodations
• Hear at normal level or with accommodations
• Speak understandably
• Manual dexterity
• Ambulate independently
• Frequently grasp/push/pull/bend/squat/lift/carry items up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally reach above head/kneel/walk/climb/stoop/stand/lift items up to 50 lbs.

Important Information

Regular attendance is critical to the success of this position and assignment and is required of all Agency personnel. The list of tasks, policies and proficiencies for this position, as well as any statements contained within this page are considered essential. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or the public. This job description in no way states or implies the listed duties are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.

See SJSO Policy for additional information on agency expectations and Senior Status requirements

EFFECTIVE: 04/04/2022

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