Real Time Crime & Information Center Analyst in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources

The City of Chesapeake Police Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Real Time Crime & Information Center Analyst. This position plays a critical role in supporting public safety operations by processing, monitoring, and analyzing digital data streams to provide actionable, real-time intelligence to police and fire personnel. Responsibilities include monitoring video surveillance systems, coordinating and dispatching assistance as needed, and supporting public safety communications in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

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The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Vocational/Educational Requirement:Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in crime analysis, criminal justice, sociology, information technology, public administration or a closely related field.

Experience:None. One year of related, full-time equivalent experience as a Crime Analysis Specialist or closely related position is preferred.

Special Certifications and Licenses: A CCIA (Certified Crime and Intelligence Analyst) certification through the Alpha Group/Department of Justice (California) or the CLEA (Certified Law Enforcement Analyst) certification through the International Association of Crime Analysts is preferred but will need to be obtained within two years of hire. Other equivalent certifications may be considered.

Special Requirements:Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.