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About the Role

The New York County District Attorney’s Office seeks an Investigative Analyst for its Crime Strategies Unit (CSU). CSU proactively gathers and analyzes crime data and intelligence to drive crime reduction and public safety strategies, working closely with the NYPD to identify and study crime trends and key offenders. The role supports the Gun Violence Strategic Partnership by combating gun violence through data analysis and intelligence gathering.

Responsibilities

Gather, analyze, and process data using industry-current and in-house proprietary applications to produce a complete model of crime trends in Manhattan neighborhoods.
Assist in developing and implementing intelligence-driven prosecution strategies targeting priority offenders.
Analyze intelligence to identify gun violence drivers in conjunction with local, state, and federal partners.
Gather, organize, and analyze firearm traces and ballistic comparison reports and data.
Support day-to-day unit functions as needed.
Create descriptive presentations and reports using statistical analysis, including cleaning and synthesizing data, and reconciling qualitative and quantitative data sources.
Perform a full range of administrative and paralegal duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and one (1) year of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent (Level 1).
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent (Level 2).
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and three (3) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent (Level 3).
Master’s degree can be substituted for years of experience.
High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above.
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above.
Candidates must commit to two (2) years to the hiring unit.
Authorization to work in the United States is required.

Skills

Data analysis
Data manipulation
Critical thinking
Technological savvy
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
Excel experience (pivot tables; charts; functions; etc.)
Data mapping
Geocoding
Learning new technology tools and software
Photoshop experience
ArcGIS experience
i2 Analyst Notebook experience
Time management skills
Writing skills
Building institutional relationships with community residents and organizations, police, and other law enforcement agencies
Effectively communicate investigative results
Ability to testify in court
Experience in the Criminal Justice System
Understanding of general practices related to legal records management, data protection, and privacy/confidentiality

Location

New York County

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

1-3 years of experience (paralegal in criminal justice or equivalent)
3 years of experience (community work or community centered activities)

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
High school graduation or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

$56,942 - $60,410

Benefits

Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
Eligibility for state repayment assistance programs

About the Company

The New York County District Attorney’s Office is committed to driving crime reduction and public safety strategies.
The Crime Strategies Unit (CSU) proactively gathers and analyzes crime data and intelligence.
CSU works closely with the New York City Police Department to identify and study crime trends.
CSU supports the mission of the Gun Violence Strategic Partnership.

Equal Opportunity

The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.