SYP - Data Intelligence Analyst

Role: Data Intelligence Analyst

Department: Business Change & Innovation

Location: Carbrook – Force HQ, Sheffield

Salary: Band E - £29, 289 - £33, 771

Hours: 37 Hours per Week

Contract Type: Temporary – Ending March 2021

Exciting opportunities have arisen to join the newly formed data intelligence team within the department of Business Change and Innovation in South Yorkshire Police.

The new team is going to be at the forefront of understanding and analysing policing data and delivering on the opportunities afforded by data analytics and data science techniques.

The post holders (temporary until March 2021) will work as part of a team with other analysts, using data from a variety of sources to drive the development of data analytics and business intelligence across the organisation.

The successful candidate will have the ability to explore, manipulate and visualise data in order to test hypotheses and deliver new insights and business intelligence that are relevant to decision makers

The roles would therefore suit persons with a background in working with data and/or research with a drive to want to apply this experience within the dynamic field of policing.

Skills and experience:

• Qualified to degree level in a numerate discipline or demonstrate work experience at an equivalent level.
• Experience of developing and delivering analytics products using a range of open and closed data sources and commercial and open source data analytics and visualisation tools.
• Experience of practical implementation of data security, access control and data protection principles and legislation.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal regarding data science, statistical and analytical concepts to technical and non-technical customers.
• Ability to apply knowledge and experience to work independently or part of a team to solve technical problems in the delivery of an effective analytical product.
• Evidence of applying new technologies to your approach to data science

Benefits:

We offer generous entitlements and supportive policies to enable a better work-life balance, some of which are listed below:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible and agile working
• Generous ‘family’ leave
• Access to a range of occupational health facilities
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance service ( accessible 24/7)

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, which must be taken into account for individuals applying to work with South Yorkshire Police in any capacity. A minimum checkable history of 3 years / 5 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.

Appearance & Standards:

All tattoos and piercings must be in line with South Yorkshire Police’s Appearance and Standards policy. Tattoos visible on your face, neck, hands or head are not permitted. Any tattoos which could be deemed inappropriate or cause offence will also not be accepted. If you have tattoos, you will need to make a declaration at the time of application.

Closing Date:

Thursday, 28th November 2019

Closing dates are not normally extended, other than in exceptional circumstances and agreement is made with the HR Manager, Recruitment and the Line Manager for the role.

Contact point for applicants:

For further information about the role, please contact Jamie Smith on 07464 983 914. Please do not contact this number for an application form.

Further Information:

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For further information relating to the role and tasks of this position, please refer to the attached role profile.

Diversity & Inclusion:

South Yorkshire Police welcome applications from under-represented communities. For further information on diversity and inclusion within South Yorkshire Police, please visit the diversity and inclusion page:

https://www.southyorkshire.police.uk/sign-up/join-team-syp/diversity-in-the-force/

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Internal Secondments:

To apply for this post as a secondment you must have the support of your Line Manager. This should be sent via email to Recruiting@southyorks.pnn.police.uk. Please ensure that in the subject of the email contains the Job title and closing date of the role.

Without support, your application will not be considered any further.