Analyst 1, SOTT

TITLE:                       Analyst I, Sex Offender Tracking Team (SOTT) LOCATION:              Alexandria, Virginia FLSA:                       Exempt DIVISION:                Analytics Services Division (ASD) DEPARTMENT:       Analytical Programs  TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Travel as needed (to attend conferences, training, etc.). HOURS and SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); unless otherwise required or approved by management. Work day, evening, and weekend shift work, as required. Work an on-call rotation, as required. REPORTS TO: Works under the general supervision of the Program Manager, SOTT. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT: On-going contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION: Must be eligible to apply for VCIN certification which requires either U.S. citizenship or having been a lawful resident of the U.S. for the past 10 consecutive years. Must obtain VCIN certification within three (3) months of hire and maintain certification including completion of all required training. VCIN certification requires background screening, to include fingerprinting, criminal history check, and professional references. Law enforcement experience preferred (sworn or civilian). GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Sex Offender Tracking Team (SOTT) analyst provides overall analysis and case-related support service to NCMEC staff and law enforcement in an effort to assist in the location of noncompliant sex offenders. This will be accomplished by developing a knowledge base of sex offender information through liaison work with the state sex offender registries, U.S. Marshals, and other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Further information will be obtained from reviewing NCMEC internal data and conducting searches of public records databases and other information resources, as appropriate. The content of reports may involve written materials that reference or detail crimes against children or adults to include child sexual exploitation and violence. Such assistance requires an employee that can handle exposure to sensitive content as well as demonstrate a high level of accuracy and thoroughness in their work product. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position requires the ability to access and use NCIC/Nlets data after successfully completing VCIN certification. Respond to law enforcement requests for assistance and analysis of noncompliant sex offenders. Act as a liaison for U.S. Marshals, state registries, and other law enforcement agencies to gather data and help build a knowledge base of sex offender information for use by National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) in providing assistance to law enforcement. Utilize internal and external sources of information to assist law enforcement and state registries in their investigations of noncompliant sex offenders. Determine approaches, methods, parameters, plans, and techniques to be used in conducting searches using available databases. Assist, develop, and produce analytical reports to include the collection of information, research, and evaluation of investigative reports in order to identify and locate noncompliant sex offenders. Review and process reports following established SOTT Guidelines. Support law enforcement investigations by analyzing internal data for links between noncompliant sex offenders and emerging unsolved cases of nonfamily abductions, lost injured or otherwise missing children, attempted abductions of children, and online exploitation of children. Monitor and maintain paper and electronic files regarding SOTT reports and cases. Respond to internal and external requests for information, evaluation, and assistance. Assist Executive Director, Director, and supervisory personnel in the development of educational training material for presentation to law enforcement and state registries about the Sex Offender Tracking Team (SOTT). Work day, evening, and weekend shift work, as required. Work an on-call rotation, as required. Promote a professional image. Promote and exhibit loyalty to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the cause of protecting children worldwide. Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions. Respond promptly when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence. Communicate with co-workers, NCMEC management, law enforcement officials, attorneys, and other agencies in a courteous and professional manner. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related discipline. Two years related work or internship experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Law enforcement experience preferred (sworn or civilian). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong computer skills using Microsoft® Office Suite are required. Ability to balance projects and meet deadlines. Analytical background with an emphasis on analyzing criminal activity or similar/related experience analyzing missing children’s cases. Familiar with sex offender legislation. Familiar with sex offender registries (local, state, and national). Ability to work on-call and a flexible schedule to include afternoon, weekend, and evening hours as required. Ability to travel as needed (to attend conferences, training, etc.). Adaptability, flexibility and ability to work as part of a team or in an individual capacity. Ability to handle and maintain the integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive material and information