Crime and Intelligence Analyst

Department Summary

The UCLA Police Department (UCPD) is a university law enforcement agency dedicated to serving the diverse UCLA campus community, including faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Operating within a complex higher education environment, UCPD is responsible for maintaining public safety, preventing crime, and investigating criminal activity across campus physical structures, roadways, and designated jurisdictional areas. The department operates under University-wide Police Policies and Administrative Procedures. It utilizes advanced law enforcement tools, relational databases, and local, state, and federal intelligence networks (such as NCIC, CLETS, JDIC, and NIBRS) to support its operations. Through collaborative divisions, including Investigations, Patrol, and Crime Analysis, UCPD integrates data-driven intelligence and community outreach to optimize patrol deployment, enhance crime prevention strategies, and ensure a safe campus environment.
Position Summary

Are you a data-driven analyst passionate about public safety, problem-solving, and intelligence analysis? The UCLA Police Department is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented Crime and Intelligence Analyst to serve as a key partner to our law enforcement team. In this vital role, you won't just look at numbers; you'll turn complex law enforcement data into actionable insights. Working directly with the Investigations Lieutenant and Detective Sergeant, you will perform intelligence and statistical analysis to detect emerging crime patterns, build predictive probability models, map criminal activity, and synthesize raw data from regional databases. Your analytical output will directly inform patrol deployment strategies, support active criminal investigations, and help keep the vibrant UCLA community safe. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where your analytical skills have a direct, daily impact on community well-being, we invite you to apply and join our team.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

3-5 years Experience in crime analysis, intelligence analysis, or quantitative research analysis within a law enforcement, criminal justice, or work in a college public safety environment. (Required) And

Degree Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Statistics, Data Analytics, GIS, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)

Ability to provide crime analysis for a university law enforcement agency servicing a diverse population. (Required)

Working knowledge of statistical research methods and practical application of probability theory to predict crime patterns. (Required)

Working knowledge of crime analysis principles, functions, tools, methods, and sources of information. (Required)

Demonstrated working knowledge of computer relational database programs for data storage and report generation, including skill in organizing, manipulating, and retrieving data from manual and electronic files to relate information patterns. (Required)

Demonstrated skill in analyzing information, problems, or procedures to define objectives, identify relevant factors/patterns, and formulate logical, objective conclusions. (Required)

Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills to interpret law enforcement documents, write concise reports with statistical graphics, present findings, and build cooperative working relationships across all levels. (Required)

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and compliance when accessing, analyzing, and disseminating sensitive law enforcement data, records, and intelligence from secure law enforcement databases. (Required)

Knowledge of NCIC, CLETS, JDIC, NIBRS, and Department of Justice databases. (Preferred)

Ability to use analytical software and tools, including, but not limited to: ArcGIS, Bair A.T.A.C., Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, and Windows. (Preferred)

Knowledge of local ordinances and standard law enforcement practices. (Preferred)

General knowledge of the UCLA campus community (faculty, staff, students, physical structures, roadways, and jurisdictional responsibilities). (Preferred)

Working knowledge of university police department operational procedures, campus geography, jurisdictional responsibilities, and internal policies. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Clery Act: The position is a designated CSA (Campus Security Authority) under Clery Act requirements.

5% Occasional travel may be required as part of this position.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or as agreed upon by supervisor
Union/Policy Covered

RP-Research and Public Service PR
Complete Position Description

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