Intelligence Analyst Senior

Title: Intelligence Analyst Senior DSP03779

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of State Police

Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire an Intelligence Analyst Senior in our Strategic and Tactical Intelligence Directorate at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Conducting analysis of and is responsible for the research, production, and dissemination of criminal intelligence and investigative information related to unsolved sexually motivated violent crimes and cold case investigations.
• Conducting a requisite level of analytic and investigative support for ongoing criminal investigations relating to sexually motivated: homicide, missing person, unidentified remains, and violent sex offense cases throughout the Commonwealth.
• Responding to requests for analytic support in a timely and efficient manner.
• Providing assistance for these and other special projects/investigations in the Violent Crime Analytical Support Team (VCAST) of the Virginia Fusion Center (VFC).

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization - we're a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement - together.

We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you're ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Of organization management.
• Of operation principles.
• Of research and analysis techniques and methodologies.
• Of data collection, statistical analysis, interpretation, and sampling methods and techniques.

Skills:

• In operating computers and using computer programs and database applications, to include Microsoft Office applications.

Abilities:

• To research, compile, analyze, and apply appropriate analytical and evaluative techniques to make recommendations on cases involving sexually motivated unsolved violent crimes and cold cases.
• To review and assist with complex criminal investigations and provide fact based analytical judgments and recommendations.
• To communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• To read, explain, and apply policies, procedures, and regulations.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and managers.
• Experience or training in social science, government, business, or criminal justice related field.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license required. • Experience working in an investigative or analytical capacity.
• Ability to obtain federal security clearance.
• Requires three-year commitment to the Virginia Fusion Center and ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

• Analytical or investigative experience to include criminal analytical training is preferred.
• Public safety experience or other broad scope governmental experience preferred.
• Analytical or investigative experience working unsolved/cold case sexual assaults and sexually motivated homicides is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on June 30, 2026. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.

PageUp provides confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Section of the Human Resources Division at professionalemployment@vsp.virginia.gov.

It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

This policy shall be adhered to in all aspects of Departmental employment practices. It does not permit the lowering of bona fide job requirements, performance criteria, or qualifications to give preference to any state employee or applicant for state employment based on the above prohibitions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.