Criminal Intelligence Analyst 1 - Counterterrorism

Criminal Intelligence Analyst 1 - Counterterrorism

Salary

$70,102.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Civil Service

Job Number

27002E

Division

Metro Nashville Police Department

Department

POL Crime Control Analysis

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

The Criminal Intelligence Analyst 1 - Counterterrorism position shall be directly accountable to the Administrative Services Manager of the section for the proper administration, general management and control of all matters related to the operation of the section and is generally governed by the same duties and responsibilities applicable to any other department employee. Performs advanced technical and professional work involved in recognizing, collecting, and analyzing intelligence and crime data to develop links between complex cases and patterns of crimes in the Investigative Support Division.

• Candidate must receive and maintain a passing status from Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) background check.

The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) is a 24/7/365 operation. Whether you are a sworn or civilian employee, you will be responsible for the general welfare of the citizens of Nashville and Davidson County. You will be responsible for ensuring optimum communications both within Metro and between Metro and the general public. If this environment is appealing and exciting to you, then you might want to consider a job with Metro Nashville Police Department.

Typical Duties

• Analyze intelligence to detect patterns of criminal activity.
• Develop link charts, timelines and network analysis to illustrate criminal network structure and support trail preparation efforts.
• Conduct investigative research and provide tactical analysis to identify individuals and crime/s connected to businesses and corporations.
• Devise methods of utilizing information submitted by investigators.
• Prepare both narrative and statistical reports and make presentations.
• Conduct research and analysis of financial data to develop financial profiles and identify financial patterns of individuals and/or businesses.
• Analyze phone record data using Excel pivot tables and other communication analysis software.
• Devise new systems and make recommendations for implementation.
• Act as liaison between the Department and other police and police related agencies, researching information on criminals and criminal activity.
• Collect, extract, analyze and interpret data from various sources and reduce to actionable intelligence.
• Collect and analyzes data manually or using a computer to develop links between complex cases and patters of crimes.
• Identifies data to be collected and determines data collection methods.
• Determines appropriate presentation methods to disseminate data.
• May coordinate related activities in other areas of the department.
• Details problems, provides supporting evidence, and recommends solutions.
• Prepares visual aids to support conclusions.
• Presents and defends findings to department management.
• Attends meetings and workshops as needed.
• Prepare Event Threat Assessments, Situational Awareness Bulletins and Requests for Information for dissemination.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Criminal Justice or a related field.

• Professional crime analysis experience may be considered in lieu of education. (1:1 Ratio)*

LICENSES REQUIRED

Valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation

• Knowledge of Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies including 28 CFR Part 23 regulations

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01

Do you have a valid Driver License?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• No diploma
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

03

If you have a degree, indicate your major field of course work/study in the area below. If no degree, write "N/A".

04

How many years of professional crime analysis experience do you have?

• No Experience
• One Year
• Two Years
• Three Years
• Four Years or More

05

Briefly describe any professional crime analysis experience you have. If none, write "N/A".

06

Briefly describe any knowledge of the methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation you have. If none, write "N/A".

07

Briefly describe any knowledge of Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies including 28 CFR Part 23 regulations you have. If none, write "N/A".

Required Question

Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address Human Resources Division

700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201

Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone (615) 862-6640

Website https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities