Intelligence Analyst

The Intelligence Analyst will be responsible for the collection, evaluation, analysis and dissemination of timely intelligence advice to appropriate Agency personnel and external stakeholders to inform decision making. This advice aims to support the implementation of risk management strategies to maintain the security, good order and management of offenders within correctional facilities and the wider community.

The Intelligence Analyst Will

• Provide intelligence advice to internal and external stakeholders to mitigate identified risks to operations or in response to major incidents.
• Collect, evaluate, and analyse information from internal holdings and open-source avenues to update agency information and intelligence systems.
• Review and evaluate information notes, intelligence, and incident reports daily to identify issues of concern relevant to the centre/region/agency.
• Identify potential targets, risks and emerging trends that may impact the agency or broader region.
• Generate and disseminate intelligence products to inform and influence internal and external stakeholders and maintain accurate records in QCS information and intelligence systems.
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to develop risk mitigation strategies while ensuring the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Respond to requests for information, intelligence holdings or association information from internal and external stakeholders.
• Interview informants to gather information about potential threats, illicit activities, or prisoner and offender behaviour.
• Contribute to a positive team culture that values diversity and interacts effectively with diverse target groups.
• Support intelligence awareness amongst staff to promote the value and use of intelligence as a risk mitigation strategy.
• Participate in meetings and forums with internal and external stakeholders that contributes to the management of prisoners and offenders in their respective locations
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills in the collection, collation and analysis of information from multiple sources, including the ability to assess the credibility and limitations of information.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the exchange of information.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare analytical reports and articulate insights to inform decision making.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and utilise corporate information management systems or analytical software.
• Demonstrated ability to handle highly sensitive information in accordance with government security requirements
• Previous experience working within an intelligence, or criminal justice environment would be highly regarded.
• Completion of nationally recognised training or qualifications in a relevant field (intelligence, criminology, criminal justice, etc) would be highly desirable.
• Applicants are advised they will be required to undertake intelligence training delivered by the Queensland Corrective Services Academy within 12 months of their appointment.
• Applicants must be able to maintain a security clearance (Negative Vetting Level 1) if required.
• Applicants are advised that whilst performing the duties of the position they may be exposed to material (written, visual and audio) of a graphic and sensitive nature.
• Applicants are advised they may be required to engage directly with offenders as part of their duties. The incumbent may be required to travel on official business therefore the possession of a valid C class licence is required.
• Membership within a recognised professional association will also be highly regarded.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Occupational group
Intelligence