Data and Statistical Analyst

Job Title

The Antioch Police Department is seeking a highly skilled and analytical professional to support critical initiatives focused on organizational improvement, accountability, and constitutional policing.

Job Description

This unique position combines advanced data analysis, policy evaluation, and compliance monitoring to help guide departmental decision-making and support the implementation of court-mandated reforms and Department of Justice requirements. The ideal candidate will be able to translate complex data and regulatory requirements into meaningful recommendations, policies, and strategies that strengthen operations, improve performance, and support the Department's commitment to continuous improvement and effective service to the community.

Additional recruitment information: This position will be posted through September 25, 2026, or until 200 applications are received, applicants interested in the position are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note the tentative outline for this recruitment process:

1. Job posting will run through September 25, 2026, or until 200 applications are received.
2. After the application screening process, applicants meeting the qualifications will be invited the written examination, date and exam details TBD.
3. Those with a passing score will be invited to the in-person interview process.

Summary description: Under direction of the police department, performs professional administrative and analytical work in support of City programs and initiatives; conducts research, collects and analyzes data, prepares reports and policy recommendations; monitors contracts and grants; provides statistical analysis of program performance; and serves as a resource to management, staff, community partners, and external agencies. Work involves interpreting complex data, developing policies and procedures, preparing Council-level reports, and assisting with organizational, compliance, and operational improvements.

Distinguishing characteristics: This position serves a dual analytical and policy-support function critical to court-mandated reform, Department of Justice (DOJ) compliance, and continuous improvement in constitutional policing. In addition to advanced statistical analysis, the position evaluates policy effectiveness, monitors compliance with a settlement agreement and DOJ requirements based on a Memorandum of Agreement, and translates complex data into actionable policy, training, and recommendations. This position is distinguished from traditional data analyst roles by its responsibility for policy evaluation, compliance monitoring, and reform implementation support in a policing environment.

Examples of Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Research, analyze, and evaluate data on programs, services, and policies; prepare statistical reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and Council.
2. Coordinate and monitor programs and initiatives, ensuring compliance with local, state, federal, and court-ordered requirements.
3. Administer contracts and grants, including developing scopes, monitoring performance, and processing invoices.
4. Collect, compile, and interpret data from multiple sources (e.g., City departments, service providers, County agencies, Department of Justice systems); ensure accuracy and consistency.
5. Develop and maintain program metrics to evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes.
6. Research legislation, regulations, policies, and best practices; provide analysis and policy recommendations.
7. Prepare and present staff reports, policy briefs, and updates to the Compliance and Professional Standards Division, City leadership, advisory bodies, and the City Council.
8. Design and implement surveys, questionnaires, and other data collection tools to evaluate program needs and effectiveness.
9. Assist Professional Standards Division department in developing and standardizing procedures to improve operations and compliance.
10. Provide technical support to staff in interpreting policies, regulations, and statistical findings.
11. Serve as a liaison with service providers, community organizations, and external agencies.
12. Assist with updating the implementation schedule for Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) provisions and track deadlines.
13. Prepare semi-annual compliance reports for DOJ review, including data analysis of stops, uses of force, and complaint trends.
14. Coordinate with the DOJ and Antioch Police Oversight Commission (APOC) on compliance audits and respond to information requests.
15. Operationalizes requirements of the DOJ Agreement and related settlement agreements into measurable performance indicators, audit criteria, and analytical frameworks.
16. Conducts quarterly and annual compliance analyses assessing implementation, effectiveness, and sustainability of reform measures.
17. Prepares datasets, narratives, and methodological documentation for Independent Monitor reviews and compliance reporting.
18. Evaluates the effectiveness of police department policies, directives, and training by analyzing enforcement outcomes, complaint trends, and demographic impacts.
19. Conducts pre-and post-implementation analyses of revised policies, identifying unintended consequences, compliance gaps, or operational barriers.
20. Performs disaggregated analyses of traffic stops, pedestrian stops, arrests, uses of force complaints, and officer discipline by race, gender identity, ethnicity, and protected characteristics based on available data.
21. Identifies statistically significant disparities and distinguishes between operational explanations and indicators of discriminatory policing.
22. Supports public transparency and community facing data practices consistent with privacy and legal requirements.
23. Supports development and refinement of Early Intervention System thresholds using trend analysis and peer comparison analysis.
24. Provides analytical support to supervisors and Compliance and Professional Standards Division personnel for corrective interventions.
25. Designs and conducts audits of reports, enforcement activity, and BWC camera data for quality, completeness, and policy adherence.
26. Assists with preparation of Council, monitor, and executive level compliance reports.
27. Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of statistical analysis, research methodology, and program evaluation.
• Federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations applicable to municipal programs, including DOJ compliance requirements.
• Public policy development, organizational practices, and community-policing standards.
• Methods of data collection, performance measurement, and report preparation.
• Bias-free policing practices, cultural competency, and community-oriented problem solving.
• Effective communication and community engagement practices.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer applications (e.g., Excel, statistical software, data visualization tools).

Ability to:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
• Prepare clear and concise compliance reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Develop policy recommendations based on research and data analysis.
• Administer contracts and grants.
• Interpret and apply complex laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Monitor deadlines and track compliance with MOA provisions and DOJ requirements.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including community members, City officials, DOJ representatives, and police staff.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, agencies, and community partners.
• Exercise impartiality, integrity, and ethics in the conduct of duties.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Education and Experience Guidelines Any combination of 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: Education/Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in major coursework in Public Administration, Statistics, Economics, Political Science, Urban Studies, or a related field. Master's degree highly desirable. Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in policy analysis, statistical/data analysis, program evaluation, or public administration. Experience with DOJ compliance monitoring, community-policing practices, or law enforcement data analysis is highly desirable.

Physical Demands and Working Environment The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting, with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. FLSA: Exempt Created: July 2026 This class specification identifies the essential functions typically assigned to positions in this