GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE
JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
Data Analyst
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/BRANCH:
Business Resources and Operational Communications,
IT Services
SECTION/UNIT:
Information Systems
GRADE:
G/H (career grade)
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Senior Data Analyst
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Third party and trainee resources on a project by project
basis
AIM OF JOB:
To support the Force’s data warehouse by defining and
applying standards and ensuring the integrity of those
standards
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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To liaise with other sections of the Branch regarding the availability, content and integrity of the
Force data warehouse.

To set up and monitor data warehouse maintenance and housekeeping activities to minimize day
to day housekeeping and maximise system availability.

To liaise with external suppliers on all matters relating to the data warehouse, specifically this will
include the quality assurance of all work suppliers are proposing to undertake.

To supervise and co-ordinate the work of supplier resources to ensure smooth implementation
and upgrades that minimise downtime and ensure supplier resources work to appropriate
standards and quality.

To investigate problems and identify potential options for resolution. Once the solution is agreed,
to implement and monitor corrective action.

To be part of a team of technical specialists to investigate and resolve complex environment wide
problems ensuring all issues and dependencies in relation to the data warehouse and taken into
account.

To support the users of the data warehouse by resolving problems and issues, and providing
advice and guidance, particularly with respect to efficiency of queries.

To work with other in-house development specialists on data warehouse design and appropriate
query mechanism to minimise performance issues.
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To work as a proactive member of the data management team, balancing your individual work
demands and deadlines for fault investigations and project implementations, along with other
related urgent and priority work for the team.

To design and undertake testing activities for in-house developed systems, specifically to provide
quality assurance and recommend approval to proceed to live running.
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To promote and comply with GMP's policies on equal opportunities and health and safety both in
the delivery of services and the treatment of others.

To ensure staff adhere to relevant Force procedures in relation to Information management by
ensuring appropriate processes are in place to monitor compliance in relating to the collection,
recording, evaluation and sharing of information and providing the appropriate feedback to
maintain and improve information quality in compliance with the Code of Practice on Management
of Police Information 2005, Data Protection Act 1998, and the Freedom of Information Act 2005
as appropriate.

To comply with the requirements of GMP's policies on Drug and Alcohol testing –
requirements in respect of specific posts/ roles are described in the policies which are
available on the Force Intranet
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To be responsible for improving your performance by participating in the Performance Appraisal
process with your manager.

To carry out such other duties which are consistent with the nature, responsibilities and grading of
the post.
NOTES
This job description records the principal responsibilities of the job at the date shown. The job
description will be updated from time to time in conjunction with the post holders to reflect changes.
Data Analyst, Information Systems
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POST TITLE:
Data Analyst
LOCATION:
IT Services, Information Systems
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES TO UNDERTAKE THE ROLE
Strategic perspective (C)
Takes an interest in the organisation beyond own role. Acts in the best interests of the
organisation as a whole, rather than just own area or department. Understands policies
and procedures, and prepares for the consequences of own actions.
Openness to change (C)
Understands the need for change and is willing to adapt to it. Is flexible and prepared to try
out new ideas.
Respect for race and diversity (A)
Understands other people’s views and takes them into account. Is tactful and diplomatic
when dealing with people, treating them with dignity and respect at all times. Understands
and is sensitive to social, cultural and racial differences
Team working (C)
Works effectively as a team member and helps build relationships within it. Actively helps
and supports others to achieve team goals.
Effective communication (B)
Communicates all needs, instructions and decisions clearly. Adapts the style of
communication to meet the needs of the audience. Asks probing questions to check
understanding.
Problem solving (B)
Gathers information from a range of sources to understand situations, making sure it is
reliable and accurate. Analyses information to identify important issues and problems.
Identifies risks and considers alternative courses of action to make good decisions.
Planning and organising (B)
Plans activities thoroughly for self and others. Builds milestones into plans, monitors
progress and adjusts them as necessary in response to any changes. Provides clear
direction and makes sure that staff know what is expected of them.
Personal responsibility (A)
Readily accepts responsibility for self and others. Takes responsibility for managing
situations and problems. Leads by example, showing a commitment and a determination
to succeed. Continues to learn and develop.
Explanation of competency levels:
(A), (B), (C) indicates the level of competency taken from the National Competency
Framework.
All behavioural competencies will be discussed in the Performance Appraisal.
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Business Resources and Operational Communications Department
IT Services Branch
Career Grade for Data Analyst
Grade G
Grade H
As per Grade plus:
Specialist knowledge/
skills and abilities:
Essential:
Essential:
Knowledge and experience in relational and non-relational multi
dimensional databases e.g. Oracle,
Tactful, diplomatic and approachable.
Thorough and detailed in attitude.
Knowledge and experience of ETL work to/from Oracle databases
Takes a logical, analytical approach to problem solving quickly
absorbing technical information and paying close attention to detail
Proven experience in the delivery of ETL solutions involving complex
data transformations.
Proven logical and analytical approach to problem solving.
Rational, organised approach to work scheduling and monitoring
own work with some direction.
Awareness of fundamental trends in IT, in particular database
standards and software development trends
Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
Plans and controls own work, selecting and utilising effective and
appropriate methods, procedures and tools to meet all targets
Quick to assimilate complex information and formulate solutions.
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As per Grade G plus:
Training/ experience
required:
Essential:
Essential:
Work in a similar role in a similar environment.
Experience of maximizing availability and resilience of environments
that incorporate relational multi dimensional databases
Experience of operating infrastructures for both client and servers
e.g windows
Experience in architectural and modelling work for relational,
hierarchical, matrix and object oriented databases
Experience of database design and support and maintenance
activities, including the production of related documentation for
corporate business systems
Experience of operating system control activities such as input,
output, dynamic resource allocation and error reporting
Recognised qualification in computer related discipline (preferably
to degree level or equivalent)
Experience in the application of automated tools to enable selective
access to data.
Desirable:
Knowledge and understanding of appropriate technical solutions for
und user reporting.
Working towards an database certification (at least half examinations
passed)
Other requirements:
Essential:
Essential:
Has achieved a good attendance record.
Willing to participate in a callout rota.
Desirable:
Full driving licence.
Use of own vehicle
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March 2007
As for Grade G plus:
Examples of work
experience and
undertaken within the
grade
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To liaise with other sections of the Branch regarding the
availability, content and integrity of the Force databases.
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To set up and monitor data warehouse maintenance and
housekeeping activities to minimize day to day housekeeping
and maximise system availability.
To set up and monitor database/data warehouse maintenance
and housekeeping activities to minimize day to day
housekeeping and maximise system availability.

To liaise with external suppliers on all matters relating to the data
warehouse, specifically this will include the quality assurance of
all work suppliers are proposing to undertake
To supervise and co-ordinate the work of supplier resources to
ensure smooth implementation and upgrades that minimise
downtime and ensure supplier resources work to appropriate
standards and quality.

To be part of a team of technical specialists to investigate and
resolve complex environment wide problems ensuring all issues
and dependencies in relation to the data warehouse and taken
into account.
To investigate problems and identify potential options for
resolution. Once the solution is agreed, to implement and
monitor corrective action.

To support the users of the databases by resolving problems
and issues, and providing advice and guidance, particularly with
respect to efficiency of queries.

To work as a proactive member of the data management team,
balancing your individual work demands and deadlines for fault
investigations and project implementations, along with other
related urgent and priority work for the team.
To work with other in-house development specialists on
database design and appropriate query mechanism to minimise
performance issues.
To design and undertake testing activities for in-house
developed systems, specifically to provide quality assurance and
recommend approval to proceed to live running.
All essential criteria above will also be discussed in the Performance Appraisal.
The desirable criteria marked with an asterisk will be desirable at selection stage but will become essential once in post and will be discussed in the
Performance Appraisal.
Please note that we will consider making reasonable adjustments to the above, in line with the Disability Discrimination Act.
Data Analyst, Information Systems
March 2007