Crime Researcher Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $56,110.60 - $67,332.72 Annually
Location : Police Department 1 Community Way, Danville, VA 24541, VA
Job Type: Full Time Professional Exempt
Job Number: 1002552
Department: Police Department
Division: Police
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Performs professional, administrative and technical work to analyze and evaluate data to support Danville Police Department operations. Manages data and completes a wide variety of internal and external reports. Responds to requests for data analysis and information initiating from department command staff.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Develops statistical data resources to assist in criminal investigations by identifying crime trends and patterns and informing resource deployment. Constructs, prepares, and presents reports, summaries, charts, graphs, table, and other materials to inform the department, City, other agencies, media, and citizens of crime trends and analysis.
• Completes a wide variety of reports to include crime and patrol bulletins, research reports, department annual report, and informational reports for communities, media, and other governmental entities. Gathers and analyzes data and provides information in a manner appropriate for each audience.
• Manages data by using computer databases and software to extract, analyze, and present data such as GIS tools, Crystal Reports, Excel, Word, Access. Queries and analyzes data in the Department Records Management System (SunGard OSSI OneSolution RMS) data.
• Applies knowledge of criminal activities and law enforcement techniques in analysis for compiling data-driven approaches to law enforcement activities.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Reads, studies and stays abreast of current and emerging trends and issues in policing and crime analysis.
• Making appropriate recommendations for improvements in department crime analysis program and guiding personnel in making the most effective use of its products.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Information Technology, Database Management, GIS ore related field and three to five years' related experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record according to City criteria.

Job Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of the subject matter. Complete comprehension of the subject area to solve common and unusual problems, able to advise on technical matters, and serve as a resource on the subject for others.
Reading
Advanced: Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.
Writing
Advanced: Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Math
Advanced: Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods and functions of real and complex variables.
Communication Skills
Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
Independence and Decision-Making
Normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.
Technical Skills
Comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal Responsibilities
Completes research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget/fiscal expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units) or responsibility for fiscal management of capital project(s). May recommend budget allocations.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May occasionally direct helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns or temps.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is sedentary in nature, exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally. Continuous sitting and fine dexterity and frequent standing, walking, handling paperwork and files.
• Adequate vision, hearing and talking to use a computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others.

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• May frequently experience time pressure, frequent change of tasks, multi-tasking, working closely with others as a part of a team and tedious or exacting work.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Typically requires use of standard office equipment to include telephone, computer, MS Office, records data management systems and other job specific software and related hardware
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is normally performed in an office setting at a desk. The employee is not exposed to environmental hazards and does not normally require the use of protective equipment.
Accident Insurance
The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Annual Leave
Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.
Critical Illness
The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Cancer Benefit
The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Deferred Compensation
The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.
Dental Insurance
Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit
Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and/or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.
Disability Insurance
Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and/or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and/or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.
Employee Health and Wellness Center
Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.
Flexible Spending Account
Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.
Health Insurance
The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Holidays
The City of Danville offers the following paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1/2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday
Retirement System
After five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.
Term Life Insurance
The City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.
Tuition Reimbursement
The City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.
Vision Insurance
Employees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.
Universal Life Insurance
The City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.