Crime Analyst (Management Analyst I) (Part-time)

Salary: $41.40 - $55.72 Hourly
Location : Police Department - 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, CA
Job Type: Part-Time (Hourly)
Job Number: 2026-23
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: 5/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Description
If you are looking to contribute to real-world investigations and gain hands-on experience analyzing crime trends, apply to join the Tustin Police Department as a part-time Crime Analyst. The Crime Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the Investigations Bureau by transforming data into actionable intelligence that guides investigative and operational decisions. This position evaluates crime patterns and emerging issues to help the Department prevent crime, support investigative efforts, and allocate resources effectively. The Crime Analyst works closely with investigative and administrative personnel and is trusted to independently manage analytical projects and deliver timely, meaningful insights.

Given that this is a part-time, at-will, non-benefitted position, hours will be limited to less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year. Hours worked may vary significantly from week to week. Must be available for shifts during nights, weekends, and holidays.
THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT:
The Tustin Police Department is committed to serving the community in meaningful ways and enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. The Department strives to maintain the highest standard of professional ethics and personal integrity and remains dedicated to achieving excellence in performance throughout the organization and in the community. One of the many ways they do so is through the quality of the Department's personnel. It continues to be the Department's mission to have employees who are ethical, dedicated and loyal to the department and the profession.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who are best qualified will then be invited to participate in a panel interview, which will include a practical exercise. Those who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. The eligible list is valid for one (1) year.
*IMPORTANT* A comprehensive background investigation and polygraph will be conducted on any eligible persons considered for hire. Recent drug usage, theft or other illegal activity may be grounds for disqualification. A pre-employment medical examination, and drug screen will be conducted upon a conditional offer of employment. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 9-12 months.

Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Collects and reviews crime reports and statistics to identify emerging crime patterns and trends
• Analyzes crime data to identify temporal and spatial patterns and trends to help identify suspects and predict criminal activity
• Performs research and analysis to support Criminal Investigations personnel with case linkage, suspect background, and other items as requested to assist with the development of agency tactics, strategies and planning
• Prepares a variety of technical and detailed written materials including statistical summaries, geographic profiles, crime bulletins, crime analysis reports, wanted posters, and correspondence; creates crime maps, charts, graphs, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Regularly presents findings to patrol briefings and management, including alternative solutions, recommendations, and conclusions; attends meetings to brief upper management on current crime trends and patterns
• Communicates with external law enforcement agencies regarding crime patterns, trends, suspect profiles, and case linkage
• May oversee the work of Police Cadets, Interns, part-time, and volunteer staff assigned to the Investigations Bureau
• Conducts operational projects for assigned program areas; reviews and reports on project compliance with applicable laws and regulations; prepares and maintains records of project activity
• Provides advice and consultation in area of assignment to department management and other City staff
• Administers or implements one or more departmental services or programs
• Interprets and applies data, policies and procedures, laws, and regulations and explains them to the public and other employees; researches and responds to inquiries and citizen complaints regarding departmental operations and programs
• Administers and monitors professional services agreements and contracts for compliance with provisions
• Writes grant applications, monitors grant compliance activities, maintains related records and completes required reports
• Participates in budget development and administration; prepares assigned budgets; analyzes department budgets including the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administers and monitors approved budgets
• Coordinates departmental projects, programs and studies with other City departments and external agencies and contractors; serves as departmental liaison
• Prepares a variety of technical staff reports, correspondence, and other written materials; develops charts, graphs, maps, spreadsheets, and presentations; presents findings and recommendations to management
• Monitors real-time law enforcement systems (CAD, ALPR, camera networks) to identify active crime patterns and provide timely intelligence

Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes:
Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field; and two (2) years of administrative experience in a law enforcement agency performing duties such as research, report writing, and statistical analysis. A Crime and Intelligence Analysis Certification from a program recognized by the California Department of Justice and a Real-Time Crime Center Practitioner Certificate from the National Real-Time Crime Center Association are highly desirable.
Licenses and/or Certificates :

Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and an acceptable driving record. A valid California Law Enforcement Teletype Systems (CLETS) certificate is required within three (3) months of employment.
Special Requirements :

Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination and administrative screening. Depending on position assignment, may be required to occasionally work outside of regular work hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, and weekends) to attend meetings and work events.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

To view an extensive list of the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of the position, follow the link here .

Working Conditions & Physical Demands
Information on the physical demands, mental demands, and work environment can be found by following the link here .
The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Employment for this group is at-will and based on continued programmatic needs. No guarantees are made related to hours or longevity. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

Employees do not receive health, retirement, or any other benefits unless otherwise required by law.


DEFERRED COMPENSATION
In lieu of Social Security, employees are required to contribute 5.5% of salary on a pre-tax basis every pay period to an OBRA 457 deferred compensation plan. The City contributes an additional 2%, for a total combined contribution of 7.5%.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please specify your degree. If no, please write "N/A".
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Do you have at least two years of administrative experience in a law enforcement agency performing duties such as research, report writing, and statistical analysis?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, briefly describe your relevant experience, including the agency, duties performed, and length of service. If no, please write "N/A".
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Do you posses a Crime and Intelligence Analysis Certificate from a program recognized by the California Department of Justice? If yes, please submit a copy of your certificate along with your application.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Real-Time Crime Center Practitioner Certificate from the National Real-Time Crime Center Association? If yes, please submit a copy of your certificate along with your application.

• Yes
• No

07


Are you retired from the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) and currently receiving retirement benefits?

• Yes
• No

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Do you acknowledge that this position is part-time, at-will, non-benefitted and hours are limited to less than 1,000 per fiscal year?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to work a variable work schedule that includes hours outside of regular business hours (nights, weekends, holidays)?

• Yes
• No

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