Crime Analyst - Behavioral Health Unit & Police Admin

Crime Analyst - Behavioral Health Unit & Police Admin

Salary

$96,408.00 - $120,244.80 Annually

Location

Police Department Burnsville, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00455

Division

Police/Administration

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Job Announcement

The City of Burnsville is seeking to fill the position of Crime Analyst- Behavioral Health Unit & Police Admin. In this position you will support the Police Department by collecting, analyzing, visualizing, and disseminating information to further police investigations, inform patrol operations, and promote regional information sharing.

Position Details

There are two Crime Analyst positions at the City of Burnsville. This opening is for the analyst supporting the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and Police Administration. Their focus will be on supporting data-driven, collaborative responses to BHU clients, by conducting research and information sharing, as well as serving as the technical lead for data systems and analysis for the unit.

They will also be the primary person responsible for statistical and strategic analysis of department operations, to include crime statistics, emerging trends and hotspots, and informational research projects for city leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications for this position include Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, computer forensics geography computer science/engineering or an equivalent degree; knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of planning and research; experience or education in the use of geographic information systems (GIS); familiarity with the concepts of database construction and management as well as the ability to design and customize reports from databases for the end user. Local government experience preferred

More Information:

Click here to view the full position description. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions about this posting or position at hr@burnsvillemn.gov.

First round interviews will be held October 5, 2026

About Us

The City of Burnsville is a vibrant and welcoming community in the south metro of the Twin Cities and proudly ranks as the 9th largest suburb in Minnesota. Home to more than 64,000 residents, Burnsville is a place where people, businesses, and neighborhoods are connected and supported. Every day, our staff help bring our vision to life by delivering exceptional public service and making a meaningful difference in our community. The Burnsville Police Department was founded on a vision of progressive law enforcement principles, our Police Department is a team of 88 sworn officers and 21 civilians who use community-oriented policing to provide public safety.

Our work is guided by six strategic priorities: safety, community engagement, organizational culture, community vibrancy, infrastructure, and sustainability. These priorities represent our core commitments to the community and shape how our more than 300 staff members serve residents, collaborate across teams and plan for the future.

At the City of Burnsville, youll find meaningful work and a team that values collaboration, innovation and the unique strengths each employee brings. Whether youre beginning your public service career or bringing years of experience, youll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping support a welcoming, connected community. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

BENEFITS-ELIGIBLE

In Burnsville, we create great experiences for our employees so they do the same for our community. We offer total rewards, development opportunities, and flexibility that reflect our commitment to you.

Total Rewards

Providing the highest level of care for our community starts with caring well for you. We provide a wide range of benefits to full-time employees and part-time employees who are scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Focused on your wellbeing, our total rewards include:

• Twelve weeks of paid well-being leave.
• Up to four weeks paid bereavement leave.
• Leave donation options to take care of one-another.
• 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance and options for caring for your family.
• Employer yearly contribution to HSA or HRA/VEBA plans of $3,400 for single and $5,400 for employee-plus and family coverage.
• City contribution to your retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
• Vacation equivalency that recognizes your professional expertise.
• Sick leave and 13 paid holidays annually.

Employee Development

We believe that we all can benefit from ongoing learning and growth. We offer focused development opportunities through our organizational university, Burnsville University, to help people and teams be their best. Our comprehensive onboarding path engages new employees right from the start, with a year-long experience focused on connecting you to our organization and community.

Work Your Way

We are committed to flexibility in meeting the needs of our employees while continuing to provide excellent service to our organization and community. That's why we encourage remote and flexible work, when we are able. Whether you want to work in a coffee shop, adjust your start time, or wear jeans on a Monday, we encourage employees to work in a way that allows you to be your best.

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Do you have a Bachelors degree?

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2. Do you have experience conducting statistical analysis to provide actionable insights?

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3. Are you familiar with concepts related to database administration and design?

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• No

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Do you have experience working in law enforcement, criminal justice, or behavioral health?

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Employer City of Burnsville (MN)

Address 100 Civic Center Parkway

Burnsville, Minnesota, 55337

Website http://www.burnsvillemn.gov