INTELLIGENCE ANALYST 3, OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND PREPAREDNESS

Code: 61456 State Unclassified Range: V35 (FY 2027) Work week N4: FLSA exemptOvertime table (4A:3, Appx. A)

Salary: $126,854.39 - $187,690.79/year FY 2027 schedule (last updated 2026-07-27)

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under the general supervision of a higher level supervisory official in the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, Department of Law and Public Safety, is responsible for supervising and coordinating complex and specialized analytical investigations conducted on highly sensitive and classified information and data retrieved from various electronic/telephone sources or information developed from prior investigations or discovered to be linked to other types of investigations or information gathering activities. Plans, organizes and supervises investigative teams and subordinates conducting administrative and operations studies of organizations, corporations, businesses or groups that may have an allegiance to terrorist groups or organizations in the United States or abroad with assets or interests in New Jersey. Assumes administrative responsibilities as delegated by superiors. Supervises staff and work activities; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff. Does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

• Plans, organizes and assigns the workload of the organizational unit and evaluates employees' performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation for hiring, firing, promoting, retaining, training and disciplining of subordinates.
• Supervises the collection, cataloging, accountability and security (a chain of custody) of the evidence obtained during the course of an investigation.
• Recommends redeployment of Intelligence Analysts and other subordinates to meet changing investigative priorities and deadlines.
• Organizes searches for information and data with a systematic and logical formatting approach to determine the best course of action to be taken in compiling, prioritizing, collating and evaluating information gathered.
• Analyzes information and data retrieved to conduct investigative studies and supervises the preparation of in-depth reports of a highly complex nature to be utilized by superiors in planning the type and course of action to protect New Jersey citizens and others from terrorism.
• Coordinates the review and analysis activities of others in conducting searches on various types of documents, publications, research programs and projects that may be of interest to the agency.
• Supervises the conduct of surveillance objectives performed by subordinate Intelligence Analysts on various types of searches on secured data bases and information sources made available through investigative activities of others or in concert with other law enforcement organizations.
• Interviews investigators, police officers and other law enforcement personnel to gleam information relevant to investigations on terrorism.
• Observes informants and other parties interviewed by law enforcement officers to determine the validity of information obtained and how the sources of information are connected to asset liquidations via electronic money transfers/currency exchanges and/or money laundering activities.
• Supervises and directs investigations designed to gather intelligence information to establish a profile of an alleged organization(s) or group(s) involvement in terrorism objectives to determine resources, capabilities, intent and vulnerability studies.
• Supervises the designing and implementing of specialized analytical research objectives and/or revised programs to better gather and filter information and pertinent data related to investigative objectives.
• Supervises the work activities of assigned analyst/investigative teams or subordinates performing complex and specialized investigations and searches.
• Supervises Intelligence Analysts and functions as the lead Intelligence Analyst of subordinates and investigators performing assigned investigative research responsibilities.
• Submits recommendations for changes to established research methodologies and analytical models presently utilized by the agency.
• Supervises the work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting, and/or disciplining of employees.
• Develops and maintains a liaison with local, state and federal law enforcement and information gathering agencies to discuss mutual issues and resolve discrepancies.
• Reviews various publications, newspapers and other relevant documents that may be in various languages and translates the appropriate information and data to prepare reports and essays on various subjects of interest.
• Provides analysis in developing policy changes and revising operational procedures to ensure effectiveness and attainment of analytical and investigative objectives are achieved in conducting and performing highly sensitive investigative activities in a faster more efficient format.
• Participates in coordinated investigative efforts with various law enforcement agencies in case development and trial presentation with County Prosecutors, State Deputy Attorneys General or Federal Prosecutors.
• Trains subordinates and analysts in improving their skill level and provides evaluations on the effectiveness of others, as the training period progresses.
• Supervises the preparation of various types of reports and analytical studies on reviewed intelligence information containing findings, conclusions and recommendations for operational briefings or for oral presentations.
• Testifies as an Intelligence Analyst before various types of legal forums or hearings.
• Attends seminars and course studies on intelligence gathering of unassembled information for various types of specialized areas related to transnational issues, economic changes and political views, science and technology, military multi- disciplines and other central intelligence policy courses.
• Supervises and maintains case management file system for investigations and research activities.
• Maintains the integrity of classified and sensitive records and files.
• Utilizes and trains others in the proper usage of various types of photographic equipment, video, electronic, telephonic, and recording devices and information networking systems utilized by the agency or assigned office.
• Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Criminal Justice, International Relations, Economics, Homeland Security, or related areas of studies.

Experience

Nine (9) years of experience in gathering, prioritizing, coordinating, collating, reviewing, analyzing and compiling unassembled classified/highly sensitive information and data in a government or research center utilizing acceptable research methodologies and technologies with a designed application for security research projects, or national/international security programs. Three (3) years shall have been in the capacity of training subordinate Intelligence Analysts and/or functioning as an analyst/investigative team leader.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operations of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of terrorism and terrorist organizations.
• Knowledge of joint operations involving local, state and federal law enforcement agencies within the state and relationships with national and international intelligence agencies.
• Knowledge of terrorist organizations worldwide and their supporting networks and familiarity with the financial networking in support of terrorist organizations.
• Knowledge of verbal and written communication skills to achieve results desired.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of performing covert investigations.
• Knowledge of the methods of investigative reporting and preparation of detailed investigative reports.
• Knowledge of the methods to conduct research.
• Knowledge of the procedures for conducting background investigations and record reviews.
• Knowledge of the procedures for conducting special and top-secret security clearances.
• Knowledge of criminal, regulatory and civil investigative methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the civil rights of individuals under investigation.
• Knowledge of surveillance methods, procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of law enforcement procedures governing documents and related altercation, forgery, theft, embezzlement, fraud and money laundering practices.
• Knowledge of the procedures governing rules of evidence and the presentation thereof.
• Knowledge of procedures governing rules of evidence and a chain of custody guidelines.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of employee supervision.
• Knowledge of employee performance evaluation procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of subordinate training principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of needs assessments.
• Knowledge of data processing programs, application procedures and formats.
• Ability to identify, determine and access how and why changing world opinions and concerns impact global issues relating to political, economic and socioeconomic policies.
• Ability to assess the validity of information obtained through informant interviews and others who may be involved in financial type crimes with access towards terrorism involvement.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply state and federal statutes, law and regulations towards assigned selective investigations.
• Ability to facilitate assigned investigations, surveys, studies and research activities and provide reports thereof.
• Ability to conduct searches on all types of information systems and data bases, effectively reviewing additional sources of information that may be made available from other law enforcement agencies.
• Ability to utilize various information technology programs in concert with assigned investigation projects.
• Ability to communicate with others with the purpose of extracting information on investigations concerning terrorism.
• Ability to revitalize policy and procedures to enhance the effectiveness of analytical objectives.
• Ability to apply policies, standards, regulations and procedures of the Department of Law and Public Safety.
• Ability to render assignments and instructions to others.
• Ability to supervise assigned staff and plan, organize, and implement projects within the unit.
• Ability to implement and conduct training programs, policy and procedural training objectives and practices of investigative operations for assigned investigative responsibilities.
• Ability to implement investigative solutions to longstanding discrepancies and reoccurring problems.
• Ability to recognize the need for modifications in research methods while presenting in a clear, precise manner examples of how these changes would enhance the agency's analytical ability in gathering information.
• Ability to translate foreign language material on various topics to complete reports on subjects of interest.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively prepare detailed reporting on a variety of issues which clearly exhibits findings, conclusions and recommendations for analytical assignments or oral presentations.
• Ability to clearly articulate while testifying in a legal proceeding.
• Ability to take the lead in case development and trial preparation as required or directed.
• Ability to maintain liaison with local, state and federal agencies to define relative issues of importance.
• Ability to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of all classified material and information.
• Ability to oversee the review and preparation of statistical and financial data into various types of reports.
• Ability to utilize and to train others in the proper usage of various types of photographic equipment, video, electronic communications equipment, recording devices, data base software applications and information networking systems utilized by the agency or assigned office.
• Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Applicants who possess a Juris Doctorate from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association, and who have received credit for course work in international law, may substitute this degree for the required education.

A Master's degree in one of the areas listed above, or in Security Studies, Foreign Service, Foreign Diplomacy, International Affairs, International Public Policy, Middle East or Arab Studies or related areas of study may be substituted for one (1) year of broad experience.

<b>SPECIAL NOTE:</b> Applicants accepting employment as Intelligence Analysts in the Office of Homeland Security &amp; Preparedness, Department of Law and Public Safety may be required to adhere to the employment restriction that they may not pursue outside gainful employment during their tenure of employment.

<b>SPECIAL NOTE:</b> Applicants will be required to undergo a law enforcement candidate background investigation and record review. In addition, special and top-secret security clearances by the federal government are mandated by Presidential Executive Order #. The Executive Order requires these procedures be adhered in order for a federal security clearance to be granted to an individual engaged in performing said duties and responsibilities.