Investigative Analyst

Salary: $46,818.00 - $83,780.00 Annually
Location : (Greensboro Police Department ) 100 Police Plaza Greensboro, NC
Job Type: Active Full-Time
Job Number: 05476
Department: Police
Division: Criminal Investigations Div
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: 9/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
Turn Data Into Insight - Help Drive Smarter Investigations

The City of Greensboro Police Department is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to serve as an Investigative Analyst . This position combines technology, research, data analysis, and investigative support to help identify patterns, develop leads, and provide information that supports effective law enforcement. If you enjoy working with data, uncovering connections, and turning complex information into actionable insight, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public safety.
Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range : $46,818.00 - $55,433.00 Full Salary Range : $46,818.00 - $83,780.00 Annually

Benefits :

The City of Greensboro offers an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
About the Department:
The Greensboro Police Department uses data, technology, and intelligence to support informed decision-making and strengthen investigative and crime prevention efforts. Investigative Analysts work alongside law enforcement professionals to examine information from multiple sources, identify trends, and provide analytical support that helps the department respond strategically to crime and community safety concerns.
Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Make an impact: Your analysis can help detectives identify leads and support active investigations.
• Work with technology and data: Use specialized software, databases, and analytical tools to examine complex information.
• Solve problems: Identify patterns, connections, and trends that may not be immediately apparent.
• Support smarter policing: Help transform information into intelligence that can guide investigative and operational decisions.
• Build specialized expertise: Develop experience in crime analysis, investigative research, technology, and public safety intelligence.

About the Role:
As an Investigative Analyst , you will provide analytical and research support to the Greensboro Police Department's investigative operations. The position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to work with both manual and automated sources of crime information. The job is NON-EXEMPT under FLSA.
Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining technological operational capability through daily use of the department's software applications and information systems.
• Reviewing recently submitted criminal investigative reports to identify relevant information and potential investigative leads.
• Conducting research related to potential suspects, stolen property, firearms, and other investigative information.
• Reviewing National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) results and crime-gun data to support investigative efforts.
• Supporting the Crime Analysis Warehouse through data review, maintenance, and analytical activities.
• Conducting statistical and analytical studies related to crime patterns, trends, and activity.
• Examining both manual and automated crime information to identify relationships, trends, and potential areas for further investigation.
• Providing accurate and timely analytical information to support detectives and other department personnel.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working with technology, analyzing information from multiple sources, and communicating findings clearly. Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, curiosity, and the ability to manage sensitive information are essential to success in this role.

The selected candidate must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and obtain Department of Criminal Information (DCI) certification within six weeks of hire .

Call to Action:
If you're ready to turn information into insight and use your analytical skills to support investigations and strengthen public safety, we encourage you to apply! Join the Greensboro Police Department and help turn data, technology, and investigative intelligence into information that makes a difference.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree with 1+ years' experience in Crime Analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Social Network Analysis, Criminal Justice, Analytics or Statistics
  • Or High School Diploma with 6+ years' experience in Crime Analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Social Network Analysis, Criminal Justice, Analytics or Statistics or
• Valid Driver's License
• Microsoft Windows Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced use of Excel (formulas, arrays, data analysis)
• Previous employment with a Law Enforcement Agency
• Prior/Current Certification with the State Division of Criminal Information
• 5-7+ years' experience in Crime Analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Social Network Analysis, Criminal Justice, Analytics or Statistics

01


What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED.

• Not Applicable
• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

02


Please select the "class" category driver's license you posses.

• No Driver's License
• NCID (North Carolina Identification Card)
• Type C
• Type A CDL
• Type B CDL
• Out of state Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Out of state non/commercial Driver's License

03


How many years experience do you posses working in Crime Analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Social Network Analysis, Criminal Justice, Analytics or Statistics?**Incomplete answers will not be processed, experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application**

• No experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 years experience, but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years experience, but less than 5 years experience
• 5 years experience, but less than 7 years experience
• 7 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

04


Clearly describe (company name, job duties etc) your experience working in Crime Analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Social Network Analysis, Criminal Justice, Analytics or Statistics. **Incomplete answers will not be processed, experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application**
05


What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Word?

• No experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

06


What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint?

• No experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

07


What is your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel?

• No experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

08


Do you have experience and training in geographic information systems or GIS?

• Yes
• No

09


Do you have current/prior employment with a Law Enforcement Agency?**Experience must be indicated on application**

• Yes
• No

10


Do you have current/prior employment with a Law Enforcement Agency?**Experience must be indicated on application**

• Yes
• No

11


Do you have Prior/Current Certification with the State Division of Criminal Information?

• Yes
• No

12


Clearly describe (company name, title at the time, duties) employment with a Law Enforcement Agency.If no experience, indicate N/A in designated area.
Required Question