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Requisition No: 878432 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: CRIME INTELLIGENCE ANALYST -OEI - 71002695

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 71002695 

Salary:  $42,200.08 - $56,732.52 

Posting Closing Date: 06/29/2026 

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CRIME INTELLIGENCE ANALYST

OFFICE OF EXECUTIVE INVESTIGATIONS

INVESTIGATIVE ANALYSIS & BUSINESS SUPPORT/BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS EXTERNAL

**Internal advertisement for current FDLE members**

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is in located in the office of Executive Investigations, reporting to Investigative Analysis & Business Support Bureau, Background Investigations Externals Section. This is a full-time position that works closely with subject-matter experts to conduct Preliminary (Level I) and Full (Level II) background investigations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Conducting Preliminary (Level I) background investigations on, but not limited to Governor-Appointments, Judicial Nominees, Senate Appointments, FDLE Security/Maintenance/Contractors/Vendors, Office of Attorney General and other agencies by compiling, analyzing, verifying, coordinating and reporting case related information;
• Conducting criminal, investigative and intelligence record checks with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, assesses information developed and reviews data for accuracy and completeness;
• Completing record checks in a timely manner and ensuring they are accurate;
• Ensuring research compilation, analyzation and verification of case related documents are consistently thorough, accurate and complete;
• In compliance with appropriate policies and procedures, the result of each analytical effort is communicated to the requestor within pre-established or otherwise reasonable time frames;
• Conducting Full (Level II) background investigations on, but not limited to Judges, Governor-Appointments, Agency Heads, Senate Confirmation and other high profile appointments by compiling, analyzing, verifying, coordinating and reporting case related information;
• Providing direction to Special Agents, Inspectors and other analysts conducting background investigations to ensure leads are conducted according to established policy and procedure;
• Tracking and monitoring lead requests to regions and field offices to ensure all leads are completed by the assigned due date and as specified in the original lead request;
• Conducting criminal, investigative and intelligence record checks with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, assesses information developed and reviews data for accuracy and completeness; and
• Maintaining highly confidential files, records and/or databases relating to the above areas. To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements for each level:

Crime Intelligence Analyst I

• Four years of experience*

Crime Intelligence Analyst II

• Five years of experience*

Senior Crime Intelligence Analyst I

• Seven years of analytical experience**

Senior Crime Intelligence Analyst II

• Nine years of analytical experience**

Applicable to all levels:

• *Experience in criminal intelligence, military intelligence, national or homeland security intelligence, crime analysis, or in a law enforcement agency.
• **Analytical experience in criminal intelligence, military intelligence, national or homeland security intelligence, crime analysis, or investigative experience in a law enforcement agency.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for four years of experience.
• A master's degree in criminology, law enforcement intelligence analysis, national or homeland security intelligence, crime analysis or comparable discipline; or a professional certificate in one of these disciplines can substitute for one year of experience.
• Completion of a 720-hour program of study from a vocational/technical school or accredited community college in law enforcement can substitute for one year of the required experience. 
• There may be any combination of education or experience, as described above.

 Note: 30 semester hours, or equivalent, of coursework from an accredited college or university is equivalent to one year of experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of research and intelligence analyst techniques;
• Knowledge of report writing techniques;
• Ability to analyze, interpret and summarize criminal intelligence data;
• Ability to write reports and investigative summaries;
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

BASE SALARY:

Crime Intelligence Analyst I

$42,200.08

Crime Intelligence Analyst II         

$45,290.18

Senior Crime Intelligence Analyst I

$47,350.16

Senior Crime Intelligence Analyst II

$56,732.52

NOTES:

The elements of this selection process may include a work sample and/or interview. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

SPECIAL NOTES:

• Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating strong skills in critical thinking; analytical research and interpretation; developing and delivering presentations and training to internal FDLE members, as well as, other law enforcement agencies throughout Florida.  Applicants should possess excellent multi-tasking skills.
• As a member of a law enforcement agency, during any critical incident or disaster (both natural and man-made), these positions may be designated as an essential service position for a given period. During this time, you may be required to work after normal business hours, during office closures, or during weekends and/or holidays when needed.
• This Crime Intelligence Analyst position is included in the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Crime Intelligence Analyst Progression Plan. The plan provides professional development training and advancement opportunities to enhance FDLE's investigative strategy and promote development within the crime analysis field.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.