Monday, September 18, 2023

Intelligence Analyst | Pennsylvania State Police


 

Intelligence Analyst
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Job Number: N-2023-63810
Salary: $57,793 - $87,879
Closing Date: October 2, 2023


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Intelligence Analyst 2, you will receive and analyze confidential information received from Department field personnel, other law enforcement agencies, private citizens, and the media in order to formulate and pursue hypotheses of relevant developments, trends and patterns, or organized crime and criminal groups. You will prepare analytical assessments and reports, participate in intra/inter agency meetings and conferences, testify at court proceedings, and make oral presentations at hearings. This work includes utilizing electronic data processing systems to analyze and store data. Duties are performed under the general supervision of the Unit Supervisor and reviewed for conformance with the Department's prescribed policies and procedures.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment (40-hour work week).
  • Work Hours: Rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 

  • Two years of experience as an Intelligence Analyst 1 (commonwealth title), and 15 college credits in criminal justice, homeland security, or a related field; or
  • Two years of professional experience in the analysis of information that includes reporting conclusions and recommendations, and a bachelor’s degree which includes or is supplemented by 15 college credits in criminal justice, homeland security, or a related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 15 college credits in criminal justice, homeland security, or a related field. 

Necessary Requirements: 

  • This position requires possession of a Top Secret Security Clearance issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) or attainment of this clearance during the probationary period, and continual maintenance of this clearance during employment in the position. Failure to obtain and maintain an FBI Top Secret Security Clearance will result in the employee's removal from the position. Removal may result in the termination of employment if other placement options are not available.
  • You must obtain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certifications issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.

Additional Requirements: 

  • Two (2) years of experience in critical thinking, to include using logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate complex issues and apply research information to identify trends.
  • Two (2) years of experience in gathering and analyzing data; and organizing and presenting those facts clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Two (2) years of experience performing online research.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): 

  • One (1) year experience in conducting link/event/association analysis for complex investigations.
  • One (1) year experience briefing on target, methodology, and criminal activity.
  • One (1) year experience in the use of multiple specialized analytical and intelligence systems, local, state, and federal databases, as well as open-source outlets and social media platforms.