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Lead Intelligence Analyst (Ord. Title: Strategic Advisor 2, Exempt)
City of Seattle
Seattle Police Department
Location
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Salary
$56.57 - $84.88
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This role involves leading intelligence analysis for the Seattle Police Department's Homeland Security division, acting as a key connector between local, state, and federal agencies to share information on threats like terrorism and organized crime.
The job focuses on researching, analyzing data, preparing reports, and building partnerships to improve public safety across city departments.
It's ideal for an experienced analyst with advanced education and a strong background in law enforcement or intelligence who thrives in high-stakes, collaborative environments.
Key Requirements
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in intelligence collection/analysis
- Minimum 15 years of experience in analytical positions with multi-faceted program management
- Ability to conduct analytical research and oversee independent contract analysts
- Skills in analyzing intelligence on terrorist/organized crime groups and preparing threat assessments
- Strong critical thinking and experience with statistical analysis/research methodologies
- Proficiency in analytic data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, ArcGIS) and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python)
- Pass Seattle Police Department background investigation, obtain top secret clearance, and complete FIAT training
Full Job Description
Requirements
• Conduct analytical research to meet identified need of the City of Seattle, senior government executives and regional partners.
• Oversee independent contract analysts throughout the state.
• Summarize reports and extract essential information received from all available sources.
• Analyze intelligence information and other resources related to terrorist and/or organized crime groups.
• Prepare written threat assessments.
• Develop contacts and positive working relationships within law enforcement and homeland security communities as well as within general public and private sector.
• Identify and remedy information gaps.
• Develop and deliver customer specific presentations.
Qualifications
A Master’s or Doctoral level degree in intelligence collection/analysis and significant multi-faceted program management experience (minimum of 15 years in an analytical position).
The Seattle Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity in the Workforce
Desired Qualifications:
• Comfort with and demonstrated ability with statistical analysis and familiarity with general research methodologies.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Education or certificate in crime analysis.
• Experience with analytic data visualization tools, e.g., Tableau, Power BI, ArcGIS, etc.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and software, e.g., SPSS, R, Stata, Python, etc.
• Presented on analytic topics or defended research and analysis in an academic or professional setting.
• Member of an academic or professional association.
Position Requirements:
• Must pass a Seattle Police Department background investigation.
• This position must complete Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Intelligence School, FIAT (Foundations of Intelligence Analysis Training) within timeframe.
• Ability to obtain “top secret” clearance.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license.
• This position is onsite, Monday through Friday. Individual schedules will be based on an agreement between the employee and their supervisor.
• This position may be subject working weekends and evening shifts, including mandatory overtime.
Additional Information
The Seattle Police Department is comprised of approximately 1,600 dedicated law enforcement professionals all committed to creating and fostering a work environment that is collaborative, innovative, and leading the way in law enforcement principles and practices. Ours is a culture that encourages top performers to adhere to a standard of excellence in the identification of and resolution to complex challenges. At SPD we acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge ourselves to creating and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.
Additional Information:
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
The full salary range for this position is $56.57 - $84.88 per hour.
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position with full benefits, is FLSA exempt (not eligible for overtime), and falls under the discretionary pay band (for additional information, please visit Personnel Rule 3.2 - Accountability Pay for Executives Pay Program).
How to Apply:
• Apply online at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs. Please refer to: Job# 2026-00039.
• Attach a resume and a cover letter that provide additional information on why your skills and experience make you qualified for this job.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have any questions, please contact Sr. HR Specialist, Roth Lim, at roth.lim@seattle.gov.
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