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Crime Analyst - Digital Forensics

Job Posting End Date: February 2, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $70,012 to $84,011 ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 2/2/2025 in order to be considered.

Join the Anoka County Sheriff's Office (ACSO), where every day our members follow our mission "To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust." We invite you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Crime Analyst specializing in Digital Forensics. This position will work with Local, State and Federal law enforcement to receive and process electronic communication devices, and analyze and disseminate information relative to criminal investigations.

This full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position is located at the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office in Andover and works directly within the Criminal Investigation Division and provides case support to the major crime detectives as well as other Anoka County law enforcement partners.

Pay & Benefits

Salary: $70,012 to $84,011 ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour)
2024 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $70,012 to $98,009 ($33.66 to $47.12 per hour).
24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 11.5 paid holidays.
Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

This position will work at 13301 Hanson Blvd NW Andover, MN 55304
Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., but may include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Crime Analyst

Receive and process electronic communication devices relative to criminal investigations from law enforcement officials following chain of custody procedures, rules of evidence, and standards of the electronic cellular device forensics community.
Use specialized equipment and software to search and extract data from a variety of electronic devices.
Discuss and prepare a plan in coordination with the requesting law enforcement entity to meet case needs and identify areas in need of further investigative follow up.
Establish and maintain professional working relationships with staff from the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, local, state, and federal law enforcement partners, and state and federal prosecutors to facilitate open communications for the purposes of obtaining information to further criminal investigations, and share ideas pertaining to digital forensics, analytical methods, tools, and techniques.
Perform data extractions, including duplicate image backup of the evidence received to preserve the state of those materials at the time of receipt.
Prepare and organize recovered information in a suitable format for the requestor; complete clear and concise reports to inform the requestor of the nature of the examinations performed and the findings/conclusions attained and prepare and organize case materials and court exhibits for potential court procedures and testimony.
Organize, catalog, and appropriately store all investigative data related to electronic crimes.
Validation of any equipment and software used for forensic examinations and become an expert using equipment and related technology necessary to extract evidence from electronic devices and make recommendations on the procurement of equipment and technology for agency use.
Research, compile and map crime trends and patterns, perform crime analysis in support of law enforcement, detect and describe tactical, administrative, strategic links, patterns, and trends in crimes.
Conduct communication analysis and prepare organizational, phone link, and timeline charts using various intelligence/investigative software applications.
Monitor crime trends, identify emerging trends, officer safety issues and prepares strategic intelligence assignments.
Creates timelines, flow charts, and link analysis to assist in solving investigations or to assist in analyzing intelligence information.
Maintain continuous training of trends, technologies, and methodologies in criminal analysis and apply this knowledge to enhance investigative strategies and outcomes.
Provide intelligence, operational pre-planning, and real-time support to search warrants and other operations, and engage in information sharing within the department and collaboration with other law enforcement agencies.
Perform as a department resource for best practices in emerging investigative technologies and workflows.
Assist patrol, investigative and administrative staff in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention, intervention, and suppression of criminal activities.
Provide investigative case support to assist in narcotics and criminal investigations, gather, research, and analyze information to produce and disseminate information sharing bulletins and criminal information products.
Prepare written reports, presentation, and conduct briefings to law enforcement and prosecutors pertaining to tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence.
Produce reports, presentations and special projects using investigative, analytical tools and various software.
Act as liaison to all Anoka County Sheriff's Office and neighboring law enforcement regarding crime analysis details, respond to inquiries from law enforcement and other agencies, testify in criminal prosecutions as needed, and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminal justice, law enforcement, statistics, criminology, information technology, business administration, public administration, sociology, psychology, or a closely related field.

Associate degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, statistics, criminology, information technology, business administration, public administration, sociology, psychology or a closely related field and one year (2,080 annual hours) of investigations, law enforcement, criminal analyst, or military analyst experience.

High school diploma or equivalent education and two years (2,080 annual hours) of investigations, law enforcement, criminal analyst, or military analyst experience.

AND

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation including drug screening.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

Two or more years of full-time (2,080 annual hours) experience working as either a forensics technician or examiner within a digital evidence facility that supports criminal investigations.
Two or more years of full-time (2,080 annual hours) experience working as a digital forensic examiner within a law enforcement agency.
Certifications as a digital cellular device forensic examiner.
Ability to attend formal courses to develop and maintain the most current knowledge and skills in the digital cellular device forensics extraction process and the application of proper forensics extraction methods and techniques.
Ability to utilize investigative techniques and rules of evidence related to criminal investigations.
The ability to effectively testify in court.
Ability to use computers and computer software to evaluate, compare and identify, and document evidence.
Knowledge or experience with computer or cellular forensic software such as Forensic Tool Kit (FTK), Magnet Axiom, Oxygen Forensic Detective, Graykey, Cellebrite UFED 4PC, Physical Analyzer, and Inseyets.
Practical understanding of technical aspects of cellular networks, cloud storage, location services, cell phones, tablets, computers, and related software to examine the data and then create usable and meaningful outputs for detectives and attorneys: CASTviz maps, Trax/Google Earth maps, Cellhawk maps, frequency charts, link charts, etc.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local law enforcement databases, research and data analysis methods and techniques as well as data privacy laws.
Skill in working with GIS mapping, various analytical software, and Microsoft Office products.
Strong interpersonal, communication, research, and analytical skills.
Ability to collect, assemble, analyze, and evaluate evidence, statistics, and other pertinent information to draw logical conclusions to effectively solve crimes.
Ability to exercise sound judgement, work independently and make decisions and sustain strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a team environment including all levels of Sheriff's Office staff, outside law enforcement agencies and the general public.

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Work will be performed in professional law enforcement office.

Union Representation

This position is represented by Law Enforcement Labor Services.

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: http://www.anokacountymn.gov/er-faq

Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO