Police Data Technical Analyst

This highly responsible and technical work involving the analysis of data integrity and validation. Bargaining unit position.

The Police Data Analyst must have a thorough knowledge of standards and methods of statistics and research techniques used to conduct statistical analysis and determine data integrity. The analyst must have the ability to acquire and maintain general knowledge of department policy and criminal investigation techniques. The analyst must have the ability to acquire competent excellence in the use of departmental computer applications, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the most current version of Microsoft Office Suite, open source searching and departmental reporting systems to assist in the analysis function. The analyst must have the ability to determine pertinent information to extract from police systems and open source to analyze statistical data in order to draw sound conclusions. The analyst must have the ability to prioritize and keep accurate and detailed records. The analyst must have the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and respectfully, both orally and in writing, with law enforcement personnel and the public.

Determine improved methods of data collection, coding, sharing, and analysis as well as on organizational and operational aspects of agency-based technology for compiling crime information. Deliver data integrity and ethical reporting of crime training to department supervisors. Evaluate the effectiveness of the training to ensure the expectations and skills delivered during the training are transferred into the workplace and are enabling improvements to crime data integrity. Responsible for writing computer code and measures in Power BI which utilizes both M-code and DAX. Coordinate conversion efforts from police databases into Power BI. Performs related work as required.

Extensive knowledge of:  Power BI, DAX, M-code, SQL database languages in an enterprise enviroment.  Knowledge of how to build and develop paginated reports within Microsoft Power Suite.  Knowledge of compiling multiple database formats into the Microsoft Power Suite. Knowledge of Python to build automation process for data management.  The ability to use automated law enforcement records management systems and standard computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, databases, and email. Statistical methods, research concepts and techniques. Computer techniques, statistical application, and capabilities.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree or higher in computer science, data analytics, statistics or a related field and one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in computer programming, systems analysis and/or database administration.

Certification by State of Florida to perform and maintain functions in the Florida Crime Information Computer or ability to obtain within six (6) months. Possession of Microsoft Power BI, and/or SQL certifications preferred.

Evaluation of education and experience. Drug testing is included in all pre-employment processing.

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