Bringing Crime Analysis to Your Department: A Guide for Small, Rural Agencies

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM MT

Location: 501/502, Colorado Convention Center

With constrained budgets, staffing shortages, and increasing demands, a new key player is emerging in law enforcement: the analyst. Agencies can leverage analysts to enhance patrol strategies, support investigations, access and interpret diverse data sources, and provide critical evaluations to aid in prosecution. This panel will outline the foundational elements for developing an effective analyst role, including training, technology, and available resources. Presenters will highlight tools and support accessible online and through federal technical assistance providers. By investing in analytical capacity, agencies can empower officers, improve operational efficiency, and build safer communities. Chiefs and decision-makers will leave with a clear understanding of why this role is a smart, strategic investment.

Submitter(s)

Sara Dziejma

Policy Advisor
Bureau of Justice Assistance
Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Speaker(s)

Jeff Lybarger, CFE

Vice President
National White Collar Crime Center
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States
Justin Parker

First Deputy (retired)/Training Manager
Iowa Department of Public Safety/NW3C
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States
Douglas Burig

Director
Magloclen RISS
Willow Street, Pennsylvania, United States
David Lewis

Senior Policy Advisor
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States