Crime Analyst
Thames Valley Police have the vison to be an excellent police service, trusted by all our communities. To achieve this vision and deliver their strategic aims and objectives, they are seeking highly motivated, skilled analysts to join them.
- £29,155 per annum, plus contributory pension scheme with shift allowance as appropriate
- Mainly core daytime hours, Monday - Friday
- Strict police vetting will be conducted
- Unit – Assessment & Investigation Unit (AI)
Role purpose:
You will provide analytical support to the AIU by reviewing crime and intelligence to identify crime patterns, crime trends, hot spots, crime series and repeat offenders. Provide analytical support to assist prevention initiatives, targeting, disruption and detection of crime. Produce analytical products and Intelligence products to the standard defined within the National Intelligence Model in accordance with the requirements of Thames Valley Police
Accountability:
- Analyse data from a range of sources to identify crime patterns, crime trends, crime series and hot spots using all available computerised technology, information and intelligence. Identify suspects and analyse the activities of individuals, groups and organisations through the application of recognised analytical techniques and methodology.
- Produce a Tactical Assessment for the tasking and co-ordination group to provide an accurate picture of the current situation, identifying emerging issues and making recommendations to inform decision making and assist management in the commitment of resources
- Contribute to the production of Subject and Problem profiles to support the decision making process at both strategic and tactical levels to inform decisions and direct business activity. Adopt a problem solving approach to develop inferences around who, what, why, where, when and how relating to subjects and suspected criminal activity and produce an action plan in conjunction with relevant contributors
- Attend meetings, briefings, conferences and seminars to discuss the analytical requirements and where appropriate present the results of the analysis undertaken
Skills required to be successful:
- Good standard of education including excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
- Demonstrate exemplary interpersonal communications skills; including presentation skills, verbal and written skills.
- IT Literate including recent experience of spreadsheets / EXCEL and Word. Good understanding of social network sites and internet capability
- Proven experience of using statistical methods, an understanding of charts and tables and the ability to interpret and develop inferences from data
- Proven research skills
- Full UK Driving licence
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 22-30 days annual leave per annum pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
To apply, please send your CV to Sarah.Holland@thamesvalley.police.uk or Alison.Murphy@thamesvalley.police.uk
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of CV's is Monday 6 June 2022
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.