Criminal Analyst Job Description

Criminal analysts are responsible for gathering and analyzing statistical data and documentation pertaining to criminal activity.

Typical Job Duties

• Liaise with criminal investigators and law enforcement officials

• Gather, categorize and analyze statistical data and other documentation

• Prepare and disseminate reports regarding existing and anticipated criminal activity

• Provide recommendations to criminal investigators regarding criminal activity

• Assist criminal investigators and law enforcement officials with increasing the effectiveness of patrol deployment and suspect apprehension

Scholarships for Becoming a Criminal Analyst

The Applicable Majors section below shows fields of study relevant to a career as a Criminal Analyst. You can search for scholarships matched to those fields of study on our Criminology Scholarships and Psychology Scholarships pages.

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