Research Analyst (Crime Analysis)

Ottawa Police, Department of Serious & Organized Crime based in Ottawa, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Research Analyst (Crime Analysis). The Ottawa Police Department’s Department of Serious & Organized Crime plays a pivotal role in combating complex criminal activities. This department employs specialized units and advanced investigative techniques to disrupt criminal networks. The Ottawa Police Department’s Serious & Organized Crime division serves as a frontline defense against sophisticated criminal threats in the region. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

Job Description:

Employer Name: Ottawa Police
Department: Serious & Organized Crime
Division: Operational Intelligence Analysis Unit
Position: Research Analyst (Crime Analysis)
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $78,982.54 – $93,020.20 Annually
Pay Group: Six (6) – Under Review
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA
Work Location: East / Central / West Station (Dependent on Assignment)
Requisition ID/Job ID: 10146813

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English and French Language
Education: Candidates should have successful completion of a four (4) year university degree within any of the following disciplines: Criminology, Social Science, Geography, Data Science, or a related discipline
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the last 5 years, including conducting data analysis leveraging statistical analysis, geographic information systems, academic literature databases, applied research methods, evaluation of qualitative and quantitative information, report writing, and critical thinking skills

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health & Safety principles
• The candidates should have knowledge and understanding of Respectful Workplace policies and practices
• The candidates should have knowledge and understanding of Violence in the Workplace protocols
• The candidates should be familiar with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• The candidates should have knowledge and understanding of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) principles
• The candidates should be familiar with Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) practices
• The candidates should understand the Ottawa Police’s Vision, Mission, and Values
• The candidates should have knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system, including the Criminal Code of Canada, the Police Services Act, and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Personal Privacy Act
• The candidates should understand Municipal governance and the Police Services Act Statement of Principles and its application
• The candidates should recognize the importance of client-centered service and building effective working relationships with internal and external clients
• The candidates should understand the police working environment and the importance of discretion and integrity required to safeguard confidential information
• The candidates should have knowledge of relevant criminological, criminal justice, and crime prevention theories
• The candidates should possess time management skills with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet tight timelines
• The candidates should have a working knowledge of i2 Analyst Notebook, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerBI
• The candidates should have a working knowledge of open-source research methods and strategies
• The candidates should have intermediate to advanced level knowledge of MS Office 365 (Excel / Access / Outlook / Teams / Word / PowerPoint / SharePoint)
• The candidates should expect that work is normally performed in a standard open office environment with minimal adverse working conditions and limited public access
• The candidates should be prepared for the possibility of travel between OPS sites, which may be required
• The candidates should ideally possess a Master’s degree or post-graduate certificate in a related discipline
• The candidates should have certification or formal training in Project Management is desirable
• The candidates should have fluency in oral, reading, and writing French or other languages is desired
• The candidates should have experience using PowerBI, i2 Analyst Notebook, and computer programming languages would be advantageous

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to provide research and analytical support to organizational priorities under the direction of the Team Lead Operational Intelligence Analysis
• The candidates should be able to support the continuous improvement of the analytic capacity for crime intelligence analysis
• The candidates should be able to conduct public safety and cross-industry research using internal and open-source databases, academic, and industry content
• The candidates should be able to conduct standard or ad-hoc queries of internal and external systems, extract appropriate information, and compile statistics as required in response to requests from police personnel and external stakeholders
• The candidates should be able to determine the best method of conveying research results for clients and prepare analytical reports
• The candidates should be able to disseminate information in a timely manner and according to established procedures and legislative guidelines
• The candidates should be able to perform data entry, data cleaning, transformation, and quality control to ensure data accuracy and reliability
• The candidates should be able to prepare reports, infographics, presentations, or research briefs
• The candidates should be able to follow up on directives, inquiries, and correspondence to ensure they have been dealt with appropriately
• The candidates should be able to consider the impact of demographics, economic, social, political, and technological trends on community safety
• The candidates should be able to liaise with internal sections and external clients to identify crime analytical requirements and areas for improvement
• The candidates should be able to conduct ongoing best-practices research on various strategic and operational topics pertinent to crime analysis
• The candidates should be able to assist in the development and refinement of crime metrics and advanced reporting solutions
• The candidates should be able to assist with the preparation of documentation and communication
• The candidates should be able to undertake in-depth analysis and exploratory analysis appropriate to organizational needs to uncover new areas of development and make recommendations as required
• The candidates should be able to perform other duties as required or directed

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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