Lead Intelligence Analyst - Unclassified (Open)
Salary
$112,424.00 - $140,608.00 Annually
Location
County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
G051D
Department
Sheriffs Office
Opening Date
06/25/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
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Description
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About the Agency
The Northern California Regional Intelligence Center (NCRIC) and Northern California High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (NC HIDTA) is seeking a Lead Intelligence Analyst. The NCRIC/NCHIDTA fusion center is located at the Phillip Burton Federal Building, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, CA. Most Lead Intelligence Analyst positions are in San Francisco. Positions may become available at off-site locations within the area of responsibility. The hours of service are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Personnel assigned to the position may work 4 days a week with 10-hour days.
The Position
Under general supervision, the Lead Intelligence Analyst will play a key role in guiding and overseeing a team of Intelligence Analysts. The Lead Analyst will assist in developing and implementing program and administrative goals and ensure compliance with department policies and procedures; and perform a variety of professional Intelligence Analyst duties including performing intelligence analysis; producing threat assessments and vulnerability assessments, strategic reports, and tactical, operational and analytical products; data entry; researching and documenting incident reports; conducting presentations to law enforcement partners; producing link chart products; providing case support relating to investigations of terrorism, drug trafficking, cybersecurity, firearms trafficking, major crimes, including money laundering, gangs, human trafficking, violent crimes, digital exploitation, and serial crime events; and providing support during emergency events, planned special events, training events, and training exercises.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated professional who:
It is highly desirable that applicants possess three (3) years of experience working in the crime analysis and/or intelligence fields and have completed at least one of the programs listed below:
Note: The eligible list created from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future at-will positions (unclassified, extra help or limited-term positions). Individuals hired as extra help or limited-term are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Unclassified positions are not covered by Civil Service Rules.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Education equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in Behavioral Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Quantitative Analysis, Information Management, Criminal Justice or a related field; and
Three (3) years of experience involving crime data collection, statistical research and analysis, and working with criminal intelligence automated systems design and implementation.
Licensure/Certification: Possession of or acquisition of a valid certification in Crime and Intelligence Analysis within twelve (12) months of appointment or other training certification that demonstrates qualifications that meet or exceed competencies identified in the Global Justice Information Sharing Initiative, Law Enforcement Analytic Standards Booklet, 2nd Edition: Law Enforcement Analytic Standards (ojp.gov), and the Common Competencies of Intelligence Analysts, 1st Edition: Common Competencies for State, Local, and Tribal Intelligence Analysts (ojp.gov)
Other Requirements: Must successfully complete a thorough law enforcement background investigation clearance prior to appointment and obtain a National Security Clearance within the first eighteen (18) months of employment. The law enforcement background investigation and the National Security Clearance require successful completion of a polygraph examination.
Application/Examination
Open. Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the Countys website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the Countys website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination process may consist of the steps detailed below. Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Francisco, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Recruitment Closes: Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of July 13, 2026
Initial Interview: Week of July 27, 2026
Finalist Interviews: Week of August 3, 2026
About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.
HR Contact: Lealoa Numera (06252026) (Lead Crime Analyst - G051)
We invite you to explore our Benefits-at-a-Glance page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)
In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.
As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the supplemental questions below. Your responses will provide detailed information about your background and experience related to this position. This information will weigh heavily in the application screening by the subject matter experts and will also be used in the selection process. Answer the questions completely, paying attention to the multi-parts of the questions. While being thorough and detailed, also be concise. Your strategic use of language as well as neatness, clarity of expression, attention to detail, proper use of grammar and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to the Supplemental Questions.
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Please indicate which of the following certificates you possess or trainings you have completed.
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How many years of experience do you have in crime data collection, statistical research and analysis, and working with the design and implementation of criminal intelligence automated systems?
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What is the highest degree or level of education that you have completed?
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I understand that I will be required to undergo a law enforcement background investigation, including a polygraph exam, if offered a position. Additionally, I acknowledge that I must successfully pass a National Security Clearance, which also includes a polygraph exam, within 18 months of appointment.
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Summarize your lead or supervisory experience, including how you've planned, assigned, and monitored work. Share examples of how you've provided feedback, coached staff, and handled performance issues to support team success.
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Describe your formal experience in providing training. Include your job title(s), when the training was presented, the type and number of staff you trained and the different methods/techniques you used. Describe whether your training was successful and how you measured that success.
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How did you learn about this position?
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If you answered, "Professional Publication/Website" or "Other" to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable.
Required Question
Employer County of San Mateo
Address County of San Mateo Human Resources Department
500 County Center, 4th Floor
Redwood City, California, 94063-1663
Phone (650) 363-4343
Website https://jobs.smcgov.org