Principal Research Analyst

Responsibilities: Short-term, tactical planning and analysis through cluster/hotspot identification. Long-term planning and analysis using raster-based analysis. Conduct crime analysis using community characteristics, demographic reports, intelligence data, field interviews, etc. Analyze temporal and spatial crime patterns in preparation for Departmental Intelligence briefings. Conduct preliminary and advanced statistical analysis. Compile and analyze crime, arrests, and calls for service data. Identify trends and patterns in the data and generate maps, graphs, charts, and tables. Brief members of the Command Staff on developing crime patterns and intelligence matters. Write professional crime and intelligence analysis bulletins relating to ongoing trends. Communicate with various levels of management. Make substantial contributions to the development and implementation of new analytical methods. Perform related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, or a related topic may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. A Master's degree is strongly preferred and may be substituted for an additional year of experience. Must be permanent or naturalized U.S. citizens. Must have a minimum of four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid technical or professional experience where the major duties involved the analysis of data using GIS and statistical software. A demonstrated high level of accuracy and attentiveness to numerical calculations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills. Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. It is strongly preferred that applicants have extensive experience using ESRI Mapping software and proficiency with Microsoft applications and Google Suite. Upon hire, the employee may be asked to obtain and maintain a federal government clearance at the SECRET level. Criminal record check required pre-employment drug test required Boston residency required Terms: Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SENA/MM1-6 Hours per week: 35

Benefits: At the City of Boston, we provide our employees with a wide array of benefits and resources that foster both their professional and personal development. Our goal is to make City government a place where everyone is empowered to make a positive impact for the communities in which we live, work, and play. For full-time positions, employees may be eligible for the following benefits depending on the nature of their employment and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the position. View the Collective Bargaining Agreements page to learn more. Retirement & Savings Opportunities: Membership in the Boston Retirement System (BRS), a benefit pension plan providing lifetime income to vested employees when they retire, along with deferred compensation options to help you build a secure future. Visit boston.gov/retirement to learn more. Health Insurance & Benefits: The City offers competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus flexible spending (FSA), dependent care accounts, and life insurance for our employees. Visit boston.gov/insurance to learn more.

Other Benefits: City employees enjoy a benefits package featuring paid time off and leave, subsidized transit (MBTA and Bluebikes), educational assistance, and employee wellness programs. Visit boston.gov/life-city-boston to learn more. Salary information: To view salary plans and understand how salaries work at the City of Boston, go to boston.gov/salary. Part-time employees who are scheduled to work for 20 hours or more per week may also be eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. Please refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to learn more about any benefits available for this position. If you have any questions about the benefits offered for this position, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 617-635-3370 or ohr@boston.gov.