Job Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.


As an Analytical Technician, you will provide support to investigators and analysts to analyze and understand crime and social disorder trends, series and problems to provide recommendations based on the data. Primary duties include:

Compose in-depth profiles providing a comprehensive picture of an individual for intelligence and investigative operations and offender management. Mine police and open-source data to complete profiles on Persons of Interest, Targets and Victims. Provide up to date court, custody and warrant information on select offenders. Provide up-to-date statistics and complete weekly, monthly and quarterly reports, as required. Prepare pro-active opportunity reports highlighting district and citywide crime trends and situational awareness reports. Production Order support including Excel based analysis and ArcGIS mapping. Create and disseminate intelligence bulletins (both internal and external agency bulletins). Support management and staff in obtaining and maintaining information for strategic reports, intelligence reports, tactical operations, performance measurement and workload analysis. Respond to information requests from internal and external partners, often under tight deadlines and after re-prioritizing projects accordingly.

Working Conditions:

Frequent exposure to investigative files and sensitive information which can be disturbing and stressful.

Qualifications

A degree in Social Sciences or a related field, with course work in human behaviour, social statistics and research methodology and a minimum of 2 years of experience which includes data mining skills. Knowledge of basic statistics, research methodology, data structure and data management is required. Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and SharePoint is also required. Knowledge of Niche Records Management System (SENTRY), Palantir, Justice Online Information Network (JOIN), Correctional Administration (ORCA) and Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) and proficiency in OneNote, Provincial database systems (ROADS, VISTAS, CORES, SPIN II) would be assets. Success in this position requires analytical thinking, efficiency and thoroughness, change management and coaching and development. An effective communicator with a focus on results and the ability to build strong relationships.

Pre-employment Requirements

An enhanced security clearance and pre-employment polygraph will be conducted. Applicants will be tested for appropriate skills. Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.


Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Calgary Police Service

Position Type: 1 Permanent and 1 Temporary (up to 23 months)
Location: 5050 40 Street N.E. or 800 Saddletowne N.E.

Compensation: Pay Grade 9 $40.18 - 53.76 per hour
Days of Work: This position works 4, 10 hour shifts in a
compressed 4 day work schedule. Some evening and
weekend work hours may be required. May be required to be on-call or called-out.

Hours of work: Non-Standard 40 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: August 27, 2025

Job ID #: 312494