Criminal Research Specialist I/II

Under general direction, compile, analyze, evaluate, correlate and disseminate criminal intelligence information to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies as part of the Imperial Valley Law Enforcement Coordination Center Intelligence Support Unit (ISU). 

The Criminal Research Specialist I class is the journey-level of the Criminal Research Specialist series and is distinguished by its responsibility to collect and interpret a variety of criminal intelligence data and information for the purpose of assisting law enforcement in criminal investigation, apprehension, and prosecution activities. 

A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study that required coursework in data collection and statistical analysis plus one year of experience performing analytical or analysis work preferably within a criminal or intelligence unit servicing the military or a local, state or federal law enforcement agency; OR, two years of college coursework plus two years of experience as described; OR, four years of experience as described.

A valid California driver's license. Incumbents are required to obtain and maintain a federal Security clearance to participate in joint agency investigations involving classified information. U.S. Citizenship is required for clearance.

A valid driver’s license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
 
 This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.
 
 The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
 

If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call (442) 265-1148 or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.

 *NOTE: IF YOU BELIEVE YOUR CIVIL RIGHTS IN EMPLOYMENT MATTERS HAVE BEEN VIOLATED AT ANY TIME DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, CONTACT THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OFFICE, 940 W. MAIN STREET, SUITE 101, EL CENTRO, CA 92243, PHONE: (442) 265-1017 (DO NOT CALL THIS NUMBER FOR GENERAL EMPLOYMENT OR JOB APPLICATION INFORMATION).
 
 About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County’s eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.