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POLICE RESEARCH & DATA ANALYST I/II

This recruitment is open until the position is filled.

First review of applications will occur on September 19, 2024.


Annual Salary Range:
Police Research & Data Analyst I: $65,105 - $86,589
Police Research & Data Analyst II: $72,336 - $96,207


This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.


The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, up to 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:
Employee Benefit Summary


Department / Division:
Police / Police Analytics Bureau


Job Type:
Full-Time Regular
This position is classified as safety sensitive.


Schedule:
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexible work schedule may be available.


Job Number:
RC#902159
This position will perform a variety of complex research related duties involved in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of statistics and other relevant information. Additionally, will perform a variety of tasks related to the development, integration and implementation of long-and short-range plans to support the operations of the department.


Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in conducting research and statistical studies specific to the needs of the Police Department, needs assessments, cost/benefit analyses, and feasibility studies relating to planning and policy issues, budget issues, service levels, resource allocation, program evaluation, and district/beat boundary evaluation.
• Research and study current literature on municipal and law enforcement administration and operation for the purpose of making recommendations on policies, procedures and methods of operation based on current research and best practices; evaluate new programs policies and technologies and makes recommendations; participate in the forecasting of additional funds/resources needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and analyze administrative or operational problems, programs, or policies.
• Research, collect, and analyze statistical data to be used for the evaluation of the budget process, allocation of resources, and other operational purposes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience:
Police Research & Data Analyst I
Requires three (3) months of analytical/social science research experience working with compiling and assessing data from a variety of sources. Applied research experience related to an internship or thesis using established research methods, data collection, conducting statistical analysis, and database management is preferred.


Police Research & Data Analyst II
Requires two (2) years of planning and research analysis and/or applied social science research experience OR one (1) year experience as a City of Tempe Police Research and Data Analyst I+.
Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.


Education:
Both levels
Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course works in criminal justice studies, statistics, social sciences, or degree related to the core functions of this position. A master’s degree is preferred.


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Post offer/pre-employment drug screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
• Police background check
• Polygraph examination

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
For a complete list of job descriptions for the City of Tempe go to:
Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ


This position is FLSA Exempt – not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.


Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.