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State of Montana Criminal Justice Systems Analyst in Helena, Montana
Division Overview: The Montana Board of Crime Control* (MBCC) mission* is to proactively contribute to public safety, crime prevention, victim assistance through planning, policy development and coordination of the justice system in partnership with citizens, government, and communities. Job Overview: The Criminal Justice Systems Analyst serves as a liaison between (50-60) law enforcement agencies and their (2-8) records management vendors, and the MBCC Uniformed Crime Reporting staff in concert with FBI staff. The analyst will work with records management vendors and their law enforcement customers to analyze large volumes of criminal justice data to share across the state and country. The team of criminal justice partners will work together to ensure accurate and reliable crime data to be utilized by law enforcement, criminal justice partners, the FBI, the media and the public. The analyst must assist agencies and vendors with determining errors and inaccuracies in the crime data. Together with all involved criminal justice partners, identify the root cause of issues, and resolve them to the benefit of Montana law enforcement personnel. The analyst must assist agencies in all stages of data quality from identification to strategic correction planning, implementation, funding and partnering assistance, progress follow-up, and successful completion. Doing so will require extensive data analytic skills utilizing a variety of database and info-graphic programs. The analyst will perform between 20 and 30 quality assurance reviews each year with the NIBRS reporting law enforcement agencies. Training, negotiation, and communication are critical skills for this position. Customer service and teamwork with criminal justice partners is essential. The analyst will review large volumes of data to identify opportunities for law enforcement agencies to improve the quality of data utilized for management decisions. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field. * Three years of experience as a business analyst or related work. * Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted. Preferred Qualifications: * *Experience in providing exceptional customer service. * Team leadership of projects from inception to completion. * Three to four years of experience in criminal justice data management including at least one year of project oversight experience. * Other related experience would include experience in collecting, analyzing and reporting statistical and other research data. * Experience in conducting and analyzing surveys and/or technical writing of publications. * Law enforcement experience is preferred. * Tableau and/or SQL skills are a plus. *_Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_ The incumbent must have skill in the use of computers, software programs, including Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access); dashboard reporting software such as Tableau, publishing software, and database or other statistical analysis tools. This work requires knowledge of the principles and practices of data collection statistical analysis and criminal justice concepts, computer database applications and systems, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to crime data reporting. Special Instructions: */ / The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include but are not limited to an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks. Applicants - Please submit aresume and cover letter. Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered. Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: * Criminal History Fingerprint Check * Intensive Background Check * Driving History *REAL ID Compliant Credential Required and/or Passport: State employees are required to present legally binding photo identification at the time of hire. Generally, this is a valid driver license, U.S. Passport or Employment Authorization ID (Form I-766). All DOJ positions require a valid REAL ID or U.S. Passport within 60 days of hire, effective May 3, 2025. For further information go tohttps://mtrealid.gov or https://www.dhs.gov/real-id-frequently-asked-questions. HOW TO APPLY: * // /To be considered for this position, you must attach a résumé and cover letter at the time of application/. Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”. __ _Your Résumé_: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job. A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the résumé to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service. To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits. * Medical, dental and vision coverage * Retirement plans * Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays * Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts * Employee Assistance Program State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply. Title: *Criminal Justice Systems Analyst Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141761