Senior Public Safety Analyst

Salary: $8,552.12 - $10,395.13 Monthly Location : Chula Vista, CA Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Job Number: 26526002 Department: Police Opening Date: 02/20/2026 Closing Date: 3/13/2026 12:00 PM Pacific Description and Essential Functions To perform complex professional analytical and administrative duties in support of an assigned department's public safety problem analysis, data analysis, crime analysis, and research functions, including special programs and projects; identify relevant data and recommend strategies for improvement; and perform other duties as assigned. This is the advanced journey-level class in the Public Safety Analyst series. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Public Safety Analyst by the performance of the full range of duties and are generally assigned the more complex and difficult work projects requiring thorough analysis, extensive research, unusual or original solutions and interdepartmental coordination. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situation arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees are assigned a variety of public safety analysis assignments without detailed instructions or guidance. Essential Functions: Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: develop and perform professional and technical duties associated with systematically examining quantitative and qualitative data; collect and analyze statistical and other data characteristics of public safety problems; prepare summaries of public safety problems, develop and deliver presentations, statistical reports, spreadsheets, charts, maps, diagrams, graphs and related materials; initiate and disseminate analytical information to assigned supervisor and other sworn and civilian staff, as well as community members; develop and provide analytical reports on a routine basis; prepare and present training materials; attend briefings or other departmental meetings to discuss public safety problems, and review current events to evaluate their potential impact on Department operations and the community as a whole; identify, collect, and synthesize pertinent information from a variety of sources, including but not limited to: department forms, surveys or interviews, professional journals and publications, and various open sources; and file required reports with state agencies; develop and maintain functional expertise in assigned areas, particularly with regard to innovations in the fields of public safety concerns analysis; utilize a variety of databases and computer programs to generate maps, identify problem locations, gather intelligence, develop reports, and produce statistical and tactical information; prepare and present data materials; attend meetings to discuss data analysis, public safety trends, and GMOC (Growth Management Oversight Committee) threshold compliance and response times; utilize a variety of databases and computer programs to collect data and identify trends; verify and determine completeness and accuracy of data; coordinate and merge data from separate systems; assist with the development and evaluation of agency performance measures, goals and objectives; assist with the development and evaluation of agency tactics, strategies, and planning in response to long- and short-term public safety concerns and trends; perform analytical and administrative duties in the areas of police research and intelligence; identify and explain patterns and characteristics of crime and disorder to foster problem solving and permit the optimal use of personnel, as well as the pursuit of effective strategies and tactics; develop reports on trends and patterns of criminal activity and disorder, and the underlying causes of these problems for purposes of reducing crime and disorder; represent the Department on regional and national working groups, working closely with both senior and line-level personnel from other agencies on projects dealing with crime and disorder or various aspects of intelligence operations; develop and conduct presentations at various regional and national conferences; analyze information to identify similarities and patterns among different offenses and offenders, victims, and problem locations; generate hypotheses about public safety problems; build and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, personnel from a wide range of outside agencies, other colleagues in the field, and the public; perform other duties related to this position. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: three years of increasingly responsible analytical and/or research experience, preferably in a law enforcement agency, AND training equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major coursework in mathematics/statistics, public administration, criminal justice, or a related field. A Master's degree is desirable. . Pre-Employment Backgrounds Investigation Successful candidates must undergo a thorough background investigation. There are certain types of conduct which are automatic grounds for disqualification. Please refer to the "Pre-Employment Disqualifying Criteria" below to help you identify some of the common areas of the background investigation process that may cause delay or prevent you from competing in the selection process. Pre-Employment Disqualifying Criteria: Please clickhere for information on disqualifying criteria. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions Click here for the full job classification. Additional Information Recruitment No. 26526002 To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application and Supplemental Questionnaire by the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration. Note that the examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended. Middle Management/Professional Benefit Summary: Click 01 The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications. I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above. 02 EDUCATION Which of the following best describes your highest level of education? Master's degree Bachelor's degree Associate's degree Some college Completion of high school/GED None of the above 03 Please indicate your major field of study. Public Administration Business Administration Criminal Justice Math/Statistics Other 04 EXPERIENCE Which of the following best describes your experience in performing administrative and analytical duties in support of research, problem and data analysis for an assigned program or project? More than five years of experience At least three years of experience but less than five years of experience Less than three years of experience No experience 05 Please list all employment from the Work Experience section of your application where you had related professional level experience that includes performing analytical duties as a primary job function. Your response must include and follow the format below. Treat each change in position or employer separately. Provide the following for each change in position or employer:A. Name of employer;B. Your job title;C. Length of experience (years/months);D. Brief description of duties to support this experience. Note: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or responses in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information. If you do not have experience, please indicate "no experience" below. 06 Specific Experience in a Law Enforcement SettingThe Senior Public Safety Analyst will perform analytical and administrative duties in the areas of police research and the intelligence cycle; identify and explain patterns and characteristics of crime and disorder; and generate hypotheses about public safety problems. Briefly describe your experience performing analytical and/or research duties specific to a law enforcement environment. The experience you indicate must also be described in detail on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application.Your response must include the following information and format:A. Organization/agency where you gained experience;B. Your job title;C. Length of experience (years/months);D. Your role and description of duties that support this experience; E. Specific software programs and/or law enforcement databases in performing research and analysis.Note: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or responses in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information. If you do not have experience, please indicate "no experience" below. 07 The Chula Vista Police Department has integrated a Real Time Crime Center (RTCC), please list your experience working within an RTCC or similar environment. Your response must include the following information and format:A. Organization/agency where you gained experience;B. Length of experience (years/months);C. Your role;D. Describe your experience using radio or CAD comments to share incident focused information. Note: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or responses in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information. If you do not have experience, please indicate "no experience" below. 08 COMPUTER/SOFTWARE EXPERIENCEPublic Safety Analysts utilize many computer programs and databases in performing research and analysis. Do you have experience using computer programs and databases to research and analyze information? (Check your level of proficiency in each of the following software applications.)PLEASE NOTE: The level of proficiency you state below may be evaluated by the hiring department prior to or during your probationary period. Yes No 09 ARJIS: Expert: I have the ability to use this program using independent judgment and minimal supervision. I have trained others so they can use this software or others consult me as an expert for assistance. Proficient: I use this software as a regular part of my job duties. Intermediate: I have used this software independently but not extensively. Beginner: I require assistance to use this software. I have no knowledge of or experience with using this software. 10 CAD: Expert: I have the ability to navigate records, run reports and extract data with minimal supervision. I have trained others so they can use this software or others consult me as an expert for assistance. Proficient: I use this software as a regular part of my job duties and am able to navigate records, understanding data relationships and how they can be used to respond to inquiries. Intermediate: I have used this software independently but not extensively. I have limited understanding of how to navigate records. Beginner: I require assistance to use this software. I have no knowledge of or experience with using this software. 11 NETRMS Expert: I have the ability to navigate records, run reports and extract data with minimal supervision. I have trained others so they can use this software or others consult me as an expert for assistance. Proficient: I use this software as a regular part of my job duties and am able to navigate records, understanding data relationships and how they can be used to respond to inquiries. Intermediate: I have used this software independently but not extensively. I have limited understanding of how to navigate records. Beginner: I require assistance to use this software. I have no knowledge of and experience with using this software. 12 SSRS Expert: I have the ability to extract and manipulate data; develop complex queries, calculations and reports with minimal supervision. I have trained others so they can use this software or others consult me as an expert for assistance. Proficient: I use this software as a regular part of my job duties. I am able to design basic reports using basic querying and formulas. I have some knowledge of complex functions and formulas. Intermediate: I have used this software independently but not extensively to extract data and develop reports. Beginner: I require assistance to use this software. I have no knowledge of or experience with using this software. 13 EXCEL: Expert: I have the ability to extract and manipulate data; develop complex calculations and reports with minimal supervision. I have trained others so they can use this software or others consult me as an expert for assistance. Proficient: I use this software as a regular part of my job duties. I am able to design basic reports using basic querying and formulas. I have some knowledge of complex functions and formulas. Intermediate: I have used this software independently but not extensively. I am able to design basic reports from data generated for me. Beginner: I require assistance to use this software and primarily use it for data entry. I have no knowledge of or experience with using this software. 14 Additional Computer Skills:For the following questions (14-17), please check each of the following programs/databases that you have a minimum of one-year actual hands-on experience with. PLEASE NOTE: You should be prepared to demonstrate your level of ability/competence for each selection.FEDERAL ACS FinCen NADDIS NCIC TECS II None of the above 15 STATE / LOCAL WSIN / RISSNET None of the above 16 COMMERCIAL Accurint CLEAR (Choicepoint) Lexis / Nexis Power BI TLO None of the above 17 ANALYTICAL Access ARC GIS Coplink i-2 FIRSTTWO PALANTIR None of the above 18 Successful candidates must undergo a thorough background investigation. There are certain types of conduct which are automatic grounds for disqualification. Please refer to the list of "Pre-Employment Disqualifying Criteria" linked to the Job Announcement to help you identify some of the common areas of the background investigation process that may cause delay or prevent you from competing in the selection process. I acknowledge that successful candidates must undergo a thorough background investigation. 19 APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL) The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following: 1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc. 2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above. Required Question

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