Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I and unit’s Crime Analyst (CA) III, the CA II independently performs intermediate analytical functions associated with the operations of the Violent Crime Investigative Support Section. These functions support law enforcement agency (LEA) investigations involving violent crimes, i.e., homicide, kidnaping, and sexual assault, for the purpose of developing additional investigative leads and aiding in prosecution. The CA II prepares and assembles analytical findings into a final product, which may include case reports, PowerPoint presentations or other media and forwards materials to other CA staff for review. Additionally, the CA II works closely with the requesting law enforcement agency to provide recommendations and analysis based upon their findings, utilizing peer reviewed final products. The CA II also acts as the lead trainer for unit CA I staff and develops materials for and conducts training for various LEAs in support of unit functions. Additionally, the CA II performs follow-up case work as recommended by the LEA, CA III, or as necessary and performs peer reviews of analytical products (case reports, presentations, time lines, etc.) for grammar, accuracy of data, and strength of analytical findings.

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Working Conditions

This position is eligible for telework in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. A teleworker is considered Remote-centered if they work fifty percent or more of their time from an alternate work location. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check is required.

Clearly indicate JC – 447492 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position,  you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma .  An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to research and extract data from detailed documents using various software or platforms.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate information collected.
• Ability to visually present results of investigative efforts through a variety of software tools.
• Work independently to meet deadlines with minimal supervision while also work productively as a member of a team.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner and with discretion when dealing with sensitive/confidential information.
• Possess tact and good judgment.
• Ability to form positive and professional working relationships.
• Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to articulate information in a clear, concise, and professional manner in a public setting.

Benefits

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Additional Information about Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted for that cut-off date. If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  For each of the statements below, please provide specific examples of your experience in the relevant areas. Include a discussion of pertinent issues, course of action, outcome and measurements of success.  In a 1-2 page written narrative, please address the following questions. Please address each question individually and clearly label which question you are responding to in your submission.

  
  1. The VCISS unit primarily conducts data analysis when assisting law enforcement agencies with the investigation and prosecution of violent crime cases. Describe your experience working with multiple sets of data. Include what methods and/or software you utilized to organize and analyze the information.

  2. As a VCISS team member you will work in a collaborative environment but will be expected to independently complete assignments as well. Describe a time when you had to resolve a challenging situation independently. What methods were used and what was the outcome of the situation?
  

• Other - Cover letter.
• Other - List of Professional References. 

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