Traffic crime analyst

Posting Date:

6/10/24

Department:

Police Department

Job Code:

M309 (ID#935)

Sequence #:

Number of Hours Per Week:

37.5

Additional Work Hours Information:

Union Affiliation:

None

# of openings:

1

Type of Employment:

Regular

Civil Service Type:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary role of the Traffic & Crime Analyst will be to support the Department and the City in efforts to reduce crashes and improve traffic safety, particularly under the umbrella of the City’s Vision Zero initiative. The Analyst will conduct statistical and GIS analyses of various traffic-related data to identify patterns, develop traffic safety improvement strategies, evaluate efficacy of safety improvement interventions, and communicate with stakeholders and the public. This position requires a technical understanding of relational databases, data models, statistical methods, research methods, and geographic information systems – as well as the ability to synthesize and visualize complex information and communicate findings and recommendations to various audiences. A clear understanding of Vision Zero, multi-modal transportation, and impacts of traffic safety on people walking, riding bikes, taking transit, and driving cars is required. The analyst will also support crime analysis using techniques such as Data-Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety (DDACTS).

Work is conducted under the general supervision of the crime analysis supervisor with a substantial expectation of independent initiative and judgment. Duties may include but not are limited to the following:

• Leverage and use data analysis to support decision-making with the Department and across the City and to assist in development of targeted interventions and improvements.
• Collect, analyze, visualize, and interpret traffic, crash, and enforcement data and statistics, including identification of hotspots and trends. Tools include: computer databases, electronic spreadsheets, desktop publishing, word processing, and statistical/programming software such as R.
• Develop, analyze and manipulate Geographic Information Systems and related databases. Use GIS data and software to develop high-quality mapping visualizations.
• Identify additional sources for traffic and crash data and new applications for new/existing data.
• Provide data analysis and results evaluation support for Vision Zero and other traffic safety initiatives.
• Provide detailed analysis/investigation in response to serious incidents or identified trends.
• Conduct comprehensive research projects, including assisting with program evaluation studies, resource allocation and beat reconfiguration studies, and other administrative programs.
• Respond to traffic data requests from citizens, businesses and other law enforcement agencies.
• Work with other departments to provide data for and input on traffic studies, development reviews, and roadway and intersection design.
• Attend regular coordination meetings with Traffic & Parking, Community Development, and other partner departments.
• Provide support for open data initiatives.
• Participate in industry groups and organizations in order to stay current on best practices and share Cambridge outcomes.
• Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in Geographic Information Systems, Statistics, Research Methods, Program Evaluation, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Police Administration or related field or an Associate degree in the above fields and one (1) year of work experience in an analytical job.
• Some experience in statistical research and working knowledge of MSOffice applications is essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ArcGIS is required.
• Knowledge and experience with DDACTS preferred.
• Other preferred qualifications include: college level coursework in statistics, research methods, data modeling; analytical experience in a police or criminal justice agency; experience developing relational databases; writing SQL queries; data-mining; and using statistical methods and software such as R, STATA, or MATLAB are strongly desired.
• Must possess strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Because of the sensitive nature of the information handled, a successful background investigation is required.
• A proficiency test to demonstrate basic knowledge of certain applicable software systems may be administered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to access input and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to answer phones, maintain multiple files and be able to lift a minimum of at least 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Standard office environment. Fluorescent lighting, carpeted floors and air conditioning. Moderate noise level.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

• Competitive health, dental and vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave eligible
• Paid Parental Leave
• Sick Incentive Pay eligible
• 3 Personal Days
• 14 Holidays
• Commuter Benefits (T-Pass reimbursement, Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle membership)
• Management Allowance, $2,700 / year

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Please upload the below documents to complete your application.

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve - one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at .