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Location : Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03117
Department: Public Safety - Police
Opening Date: 01/25/2024
Closing Date: 2/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 108
Position Information
This position is located in the Cobb County Police DepartmentThe purpose of this classification is to provide complex administrative and investigative support in the daily operation of an assigned unit.
Essential Functions
Collects crime reports data, arrest data, field interview card data, intelligence reports, and other crime related data to forecast crime patterns: conducts routine analysis of crime patterns, series, and trends using chronological and geographic measures and statistical methods.
Collects, collates, analyzes, and presents detailed crime statistical reports: generates reports of crime trends and patterns; creates and distributes reports as requested; creates and makes presentations to County management and administrators, elected officials, citizen groups, and others.
Inputs, accesses, and queries data in various County, state and federal computer systems, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Police Record Systems, Georgia and National Crime Information Center databases, and other systems: conducts routine analysis of data sets and databases; performs mapping functions and produces computer generated maps displaying crime activity geographically and temporally; updates and maintains GIS data pertaining to crime analysis; performs routine conversions of data sets from other formats; and queries databases for various analytical information.
Provides crime analysis data, and acts as liaison, to department personnel and other agencies: provides current and useful information to aid in meeting tactical crime control and prevention objectives; identifies and analyzes methods of operation of individual criminals; provides crime pattern recognition and analysis of data from field interrogations and arrests.
Researches, compiles, and reports information in support of traffic control and criminal investigations: compiles routine background and history information to assist investigators; and responds to ad hoc requests from command staff and other units of the department for meetings and briefings.
Creates and maintains computer databases, spreadsheets, word processing, maps and charts: digitizes hardcopy materials and information; analyzes computer outputs for completeness and accuracy; makes necessary corrections or updates; creates and produces various maps, charts, graphs, or other collateral materials; and provides digitized/hard-copy products to the public.
Trains departmental staff in the development and maintenance of analytical systems and data collection; identifies information gaps and future collection requirements; and makes appropriate recommendations to streamline data collection processes.
Attends training and studies current literature on research methodology, police issues, and current law enforcement technology, while making appropriate recommendations for improvements in crime analysis/intelligence analysis practices.
Assists in the design, testing and/or maintenance of operational databases, analytical software, hardware and peripheral equipment to enhance the quality of work product, improve productivity, and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required. Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Business or Data Analysis, or related field preferred; supplemented by two or more years of progressively responsible and knowledgeable support work experience in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency that provides broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Preferred Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; requires NCIC/GCIC within 6 months of assignment.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer. Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of work experience do you have in crime analysis? (Excluding training or education).
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How many years of support work experience do you have in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency?
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How many years of experience do you have in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency that provides broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office?
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Please describe your experience in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency that provides broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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This position requires you to be NCIC/GCIC certified within six months of employment. Do you agree to these terms?
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This position requires being on-call nights, weekends and holidays as needed. Are you available and willing to work this schedule as needed?
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The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation will include a current check on the applicant's credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.
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Elements and Duration of Selection Process and Reapplication Policy 31.1.4 The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicant's situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Department of Public Safety's Hiring Standards.
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Location : Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03117
Department: Public Safety - Police
Opening Date: 01/25/2024
Closing Date: 2/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 108
Position Information
This position is located in the Cobb County Police DepartmentThe purpose of this classification is to provide complex administrative and investigative support in the daily operation of an assigned unit.
Essential Functions
Collects crime reports data, arrest data, field interview card data, intelligence reports, and other crime related data to forecast crime patterns: conducts routine analysis of crime patterns, series, and trends using chronological and geographic measures and statistical methods.
Collects, collates, analyzes, and presents detailed crime statistical reports: generates reports of crime trends and patterns; creates and distributes reports as requested; creates and makes presentations to County management and administrators, elected officials, citizen groups, and others.
Inputs, accesses, and queries data in various County, state and federal computer systems, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Police Record Systems, Georgia and National Crime Information Center databases, and other systems: conducts routine analysis of data sets and databases; performs mapping functions and produces computer generated maps displaying crime activity geographically and temporally; updates and maintains GIS data pertaining to crime analysis; performs routine conversions of data sets from other formats; and queries databases for various analytical information.
Provides crime analysis data, and acts as liaison, to department personnel and other agencies: provides current and useful information to aid in meeting tactical crime control and prevention objectives; identifies and analyzes methods of operation of individual criminals; provides crime pattern recognition and analysis of data from field interrogations and arrests.
Researches, compiles, and reports information in support of traffic control and criminal investigations: compiles routine background and history information to assist investigators; and responds to ad hoc requests from command staff and other units of the department for meetings and briefings.
Creates and maintains computer databases, spreadsheets, word processing, maps and charts: digitizes hardcopy materials and information; analyzes computer outputs for completeness and accuracy; makes necessary corrections or updates; creates and produces various maps, charts, graphs, or other collateral materials; and provides digitized/hard-copy products to the public.
Trains departmental staff in the development and maintenance of analytical systems and data collection; identifies information gaps and future collection requirements; and makes appropriate recommendations to streamline data collection processes.
Attends training and studies current literature on research methodology, police issues, and current law enforcement technology, while making appropriate recommendations for improvements in crime analysis/intelligence analysis practices.
Assists in the design, testing and/or maintenance of operational databases, analytical software, hardware and peripheral equipment to enhance the quality of work product, improve productivity, and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required. Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Business or Data Analysis, or related field preferred; supplemented by two or more years of progressively responsible and knowledgeable support work experience in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency that provides broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current NCIC/GCIC certification preferred.
- Experience working with OSSI Records Management system or similar records management system.
- Experience in crime/data analysis.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; requires NCIC/GCIC within 6 months of assignment.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer. Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
- Yes
- No
02
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
- Yes
- No
03
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
06
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of work experience do you have in crime analysis? (Excluding training or education).
- No experience
- Less than two years of experience
- Two to four years of experience
- Four to six years of experience
- More than six years of experience
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How many years of support work experience do you have in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency?
- No experience
- Less than one year of experience
- One to two years of experience
- Two to four years of experience
- More than four years of experience
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How many years of experience do you have in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency that provides broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office?
- No experience
- Less than two years of experience
- Two to four years of experience
- More than four years of experience
10
Please describe your experience in a criminal justice or law enforcement agency that provides broad knowledge of criminal justice administration systems and computer software packages such as Microsoft Office. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
11
This position requires you to be NCIC/GCIC certified within six months of employment. Do you agree to these terms?
- I am currently NCIC/GCIC certified.
- I am not certified but I am willing to obtain the certification within six months.
- I am NOT willing to obtain the certification.
12
This position requires being on-call nights, weekends and holidays as needed. Are you available and willing to work this schedule as needed?
- Yes
- No
13
The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation will include a current check on the applicant's credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.
- I AGREE to the terms stated.
- I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.
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Elements and Duration of Selection Process and Reapplication Policy 31.1.4 The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicant's situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Department of Public Safety's Hiring Standards.
- I AGREE to the terms stated.
- I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.
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