Crime
Analyst 2
Term Full
Time, up to 12 months
Surrey Police
Service (SPS) is Surrey’s new municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024,
SPS became the police of jurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and command
for policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policing
with innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an exciting
time as SPS continues to expand our team with talented people who want to help
shape the future of policing in Surrey. To date we’ve hired over 550 police
officers and over 450 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of the
largest independent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has been
intentional about building a culture that is inclusive, respectful and
supportive, with a strong focus on employee wellness and career development.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Surrey
Police Service (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for a Term Full Time Crime
Analyst 2 position. Reporting to the Criminal Analysis Manager, the incumbent
provides specialized research work involving the application of research
techniques to support highly complex criminal investigative activities,
operational programs, and crime reduction strategies. The incumbent provides
statistical, tactical, and strategic crime analysis services and intelligence
information to management. Considerable independence of judgment is exercised.
Currently, the position is scheduled to run for up to 12 months
(approximately). The duration of the term may be shortened or extended based on
operational needs.
Schedule / Hours of Work
This
is an on-site position and the anticipated schedule for this position is
7.5 hours per day and 37.5 hours per week. Please note, the hours are subject
to change based on operational needs and adherence to the Collective Agreement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
·
Collects,
assembles, analyzes, and interprets a wide variety of investigative and
intelligence data to support ongoing investigations.
·
Reviews
police occurrence files to determine immediate crime problems and patterns of
criminal activity.
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Prepares
suspect and victim profiles, suspect lists, maps, and other graphic
representations of criminal activity.
·
Evaluates
and validates intelligence information gathered from various sources.
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Develops
and maintains comprehensive files, records, and documentation.
·
Establishes
and maintains working relationships with staff and external agencies.
·
Assists
in the design and planning of projects relative to specific developments or
detailed investigations.
·
Determines
which research methodologies are to be utilized for each project.
·
Participates
on project teams to monitor and identify the nature and scope of emerging and
persistent crime problems, trends, socio-economic or demographic factors
related to the problem and assess the probability of future crime problems and
trends.
·
Prepares
reports and recommendations for implementing strategies to address identified
problems and trends. Provides statistical information and crime analysis.
·
Provides
advice and assistance on crime analysis and research to members and outside
agencies.
·
Provides
training to members, staff and external agencies on methods and techniques of
compilation of data.
·
Delivers
presentations, briefings, and situation reports on crime trends and related
matters.
·
Provides
ongoing recommendations in regard to policies, procedures, and operations.
·
Keeps
abreast of developments in the field of crime analysis.
·
Provides
court testimony as required.
·
Operates
various Surrey Police Service (SPS) operational computer systems.
·
Assists
other staff in performing their duties.
·
Performs
other job-related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
·
Completion
of a university degree in a related discipline including coursework in applied
research and statistics.
·
Completion
of a specialty analytic training certificate.
·
Minimum
of five years related experience.
·
An
equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
·
All
applicants must obtain and maintain the required police security clearance
throughout their employment with SPS, which includes
a mandatory polygraph examination.
BENEFITS &
COMPENSATION
Surrey
Police Service offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extended
health and dental coverage, a defined benefit pension through the Municipal
Pension Plan (after 12 months), generous vacation entitlements, and ongoing
professional development. Employees also benefit from short-term disability
coverage, travel and life insurance, discounted access to City of Surrey
recreation facilities, and a dedicated Employee Services team providing
personal and family support. With a strong focus on well-being, career growth,
and work-life balance, SPS is committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding
workplace. Note – The aforementioned benefits only apply to eligible temporary
full-time (greater than six months) positions within SPS.
·
This is a unionized position, represented
by CUPE 402.
·
The compensation range is $51.52
to $58.40 per hour (pay grade 29B) based on 2024 rates.
Applications must be
submitted through our online Careers page. This posting will remain open until 11:55pm on June
19, 2026; however, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We
encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as the posting
may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected.
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recruitment opportunities and other Surrey Police Service news, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).
Thank you for
your interest in working with SPS. We pride ourselves on hiring members that
model the mission, vision, and values of SPS through unquestioned integrity and
sustaining a visible, credible, inclusive, and respected profile.