Analyst II - Police Legislative and Research Analyst

$71,988 - $86,424/Yr

City Of Colorado Springs - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Colorado Springs, CO

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Analyst II position at the Colorado Springs Police Department is designed to conduct legislative analyses and research projects that support the department's operations. The role involves reviewing and tracking legislation, drafting policy responses, and conducting research to enhance service delivery and program effectiveness. The analyst will work closely with various stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review, track, and analyze pending state and federal legislation.
• Gather and synthesize input from internal subject matter experts.
• Prepare reports on findings related to comparable legislation.
• Communicate proposed legislation to appropriate stakeholders.
• Draft detailed responses to proposed public policy regarding criminal justice and community safety.
• Draft bill summaries and update department systems and reference guides as needed.
• Conduct research to improve service delivery and assist in benchmarking with other agencies.
• Research and review law enforcement and criminal justice publications and report findings.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize complex information into written reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, criminal justice, criminology, sociology, law, public policy, political science, or a related field.
• Three years of full-time professional analytical experience specific to the area of assignment.
• One year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of required education, or one year of relevant academic coursework may substitute for one year of required professional experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Colorado Revised Statutes related to policing and criminal justice.
• Experience translating complex information into engaging content for specific audiences.
• Knowledge of the state legislative process.
• Experience performing complex analyses and research projects.
• Experience writing legal updates.
• Knowledge of criminal justice public policy.

Benefits

• Additional compensation based on position and assignments, including shift differential and pay differential.
• Tuition reimbursement and compensatory time off.
• Uniform allowance and relocation assistance.
• Awards and holiday premium pay.