Crime Analyst (Temporary)

Position: Crime Analyst, Crime Analysis Unit, Investigative Support Section, Organized Crime and Support Branch, Criminal Investigation Division                       

Start Date: To Be Determined (Anticipated Spring 2026)                                

Status: Temporary, Full Time (Anticipated 12-month contract)

Application Deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 @ 11:59PM         

Salary: $94,591 (Starting) to $114,385 (at 30 Months)                        

Position Summary:           

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The primary function of the Crime Analyst is to enhance public safety by forecasting future criminal activity. The allocation of police resources, through the analysis of crime, calls for service, and occurrences of public disorder, is the responsibility of the Crime Analyst.

In addition to resource allocation, the Crime Analyst also supports investigations by finding creative solutions and answering complex data-driven problems with evidence-based solutions that are based on established research.    

Responsibilities:

•      Analyze large volumes of data including crime occurrences, call data, and tracking data from vehicles and phones to identify patterns in crime, events, locations, groups, and individuals.

•      Identify problems, areas, and people of concern to proactively reduce crime.

•      Examine patterns identified and develop and recommend solutions to investigators and/or senior management.

•      Produce tactical and strategic analytical reports and visual aids such as crime maps and charts to support patrol and investigations and to present in court.

•      Develop and deliver presentations to Senior Management to provide information, conclusions, and recommendations.

•      Produce trend reports, project summary reports, street crime reports, prolific interaction and chronic mental health reports, and other reports as required.

•      Collaborate with fellow analysts and investigators at external agencies to assist investigations and work on local, regional, and provincial task forces.

•      Monitor and assess local events (e.g., protests) with potential public safety implications. 

•      Collect computer-based evidence (e.g., social media content) and attend court to testify as required.

•      Present information related to the work of crime analysts to various audiences.

•      Serve as a subject matter expert for the organization on crime analysis.

•      Other duties as assigned within the core competencies. 

Requirements:

•      4-year Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Sociology, or a related field, or equivalent.

•      1-2 years’ related experience (e.g., research, crime analysis, or a related field).

•      Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) is an asset.

•      Experience working with Accurint, Workstation, Excel, Access, ArcGIS, and i2 is an asset.

•      Excellent problem-solving skills and judgement needed for analysis and developing or recommending solution to problems of a complex nature.

•      Excellent communication skills for regular contact throughout entire organization to discuss technical information or decisions where different points of view may be expected, with tact, discretion, and persuasion. 

Effort & Working Conditions:

•      Exposure to violent or disturbing information and images.

•      Work generally conducted in a standard office environment. 

Benefits/Pension:

Temporary members receive ten percent (10%) of their hourly rate in lieu of benefits (after 120 calendar days) and are also eligible to join the OMERS Pension Plan upon their first day of hire.

Hours of Duty:

Day shift; Monday-Friday

Application Process:

Please refer to the “How to Apply” page on our website for application instructions.  We thank all applicants for their interest in the London Police Service; however, only those selected will be contacted.

London Police Service does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools in the selection or hiring process. Hiring decisions are made by humans based on job-related criteria.

The London Police Service is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, representative of the community we serve, that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and are provided equal opportunities to succeed.

Applicants requiring accommodation for any stage of the application process, please contact our Human Resources Specialists at humanresources-hrspecialist@londonpolice.ca.

The London Police Service is located in southwestern Ontario, Canada. We have over 800 members (officers and civilians) and we proudly serve over 400,000 residents in the City of London. Our mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of London’s communities and our goal is to have a membership that is representative of the diverse London community.