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F-1 OPT government jobs in Ohio span state agencies, research institutions, and federally affiliated organizations across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Employers like the State of Ohio, NASA Glenn Research Center, and public universities regularly hire international students in technical and policy roles. OPT authorization lets you work while your employer assesses longer-term sponsorship options.
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$56,451.20 - $67,080.00 Annually
Location
6002 - Police
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
11105-HR
Department
6002 - Public Safety - Police
Division
600207 - Police-Bureau Of Admin Service
Opening Date
10/26/2026
Closing Date
11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Crime Analysis II
Crime Analyst II position available within The Cleveland Division of Police. This position will perform and coordinate the most technical, complex, and analytical support including a variety of strategic, tactical and administrative activities to support police operations.
- Probationary Rate (Up to 120 Days): $27.14 per hour / $56,459.60 annualized (effective April 1, 2026).
- 121 Days to 1 Year: $29.86 per hour / $62,105.56 annualized.
- After 1 Year: $32.25 per hour / $67,074.00 annualized.
Examples of Duties
Under supervision, collects and organizes criminal information from all available resources, including the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) System, the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), field interview reports, intelligence sources, other agencies, media, crime bulletins, crime reports and supplements, informational surveys, and retrieval of crime information in order to study and analyze past and existing crime series, patterns, and trends. Develops statistical data resources to assist in proactive targeted investigations, preventative enforcement, and education. Uses graphing, scientific calculations, and mapping methods to project and highlight criminal activities, focusing on month, day, time, location patterns, and cluster of incidents. Compares and determines associations and frequency of events. Prepares daily, weekly, monthly, and annual statistical reports. Interacts and communicates with Law Enforcement Partners, other City employees, and the community on crime analysis/research issues. Receives and responds to requests for various types of information and statistical reports. Prepares computerized crime maps, charts, and graphs depicting criminal activities imperative to tactical planning and strategic development. Verifies and validates departmental databases related to criminal analyses. Integrates information from crime analysts and police personnel into a presentation for Commanders and for CompStat meetings. Assesses and presents data necessary for making strategic planning recommendations regarding manpower deployment, resource allocation, and crime prevention. Prepares and presents complex and detailed statistical/analytical and research reports and/or information using principles and practices of professional and technical report writing. Merges statistical data from various analytical systems into a comprehensive product. Drafts correspondence and presentation materials. Presents research summations and converts findings to practical applications. Participates in related continuing education and remains current on literature related to research methodology, crime analysis, and police matters. Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed by management.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four year college or university in Computer Science, Information Science, Crime Analysis, Criminal Justice, Statistics, or related field required. Full-time paid professional experience performing duties in research, compiling, and analyzing crime trends or patterns in a law enforcement agency or Fusion Center is preferred. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Completion of Fundamentals of Crime Analysis and Exploring Crime Analysis preferred. Completion of Essential Skills I and II or a certificate in Crime and Intelligence Analysis from an accredited institution, i.e. IACA/FLDE/CAL State Fullerton, preferred. Certification in 28 Code of Federal Regulations Part 23 required. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point) required. Proficient in GIS Software, Phone Tolls Analysis, Link Analysis, Social Network Analysis, BI Software and SQL or similar software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced proficiency in GIS Software, Phone Tolls Analysis, Link Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, BI Software and SQL.
- Experience with Police Records Management Systems (RMS)
- Crime analysis certifications (IACA, LEAF, CLEA).
The Crime Analyst II job responsibilities include:
- The interpersonal skills to interact within a team environment, as well as the ability to establish good working relations and communicate effectively with both internal and external partners.
- Performs a variety of crime analysis activities; read, interpret and summarize crime reports to obtain information and trends in crime.
- Organizes summarized information into clear and concise reports; develops and prepares charts, graphs, maps, bulletins and related materials in order to track and present findings related to criminal activity; communicate trends and patterns to various division heads and administrators.
- Develops and produces crime maps using geographic information systems applications; conducts spatial analysis of crime data; prepares a variety of mapping products; prepares and presents a variety of charts, graphs and reports.
- Creates strategic and administrative reports for a variety of users; researches complex crime trends and patterns; develops criminal profiles on known offenders; and completes other large scale or long term ad-hoc assignments.
- Creates, builds, and maintains queries utilizing BI software to ensure queries of police data from the RMS and CAD data systems are accurate to provide analytical products.
- Conducts background research on possible suspects with various State, County and Federal agencies; utilizes various databases to research information.
- Studies current literature on research methodology and policing issues and makes appropriate recommendations for improvements in crime analysis practices; recommends professional training courses for the crime analysts for continuing education.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Working Conditions
Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions in the last 10 years, Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication in the last 10 years, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and ALL Family Violence Convictions regardless of class.
Final candidates selected for hire in the Police Department may be subject to a criminal background, drug screen, psychological exam and fingerprint check.
Benefits for this position include:
Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, and Professional Development Opportunities.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
Salary
$56,451.20 - $67,080.00 Annually
Location
6002 - Police
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
11105-HR
Department
6002 - Public Safety - Police
Division
600207 - Police-Bureau Of Admin Service
Opening Date
10/26/2026
Closing Date
11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Crime Analysis II
Crime Analyst II position available within The Cleveland Division of Police. This position will perform and coordinate the most technical, complex, and analytical support including a variety of strategic, tactical and administrative activities to support police operations.
- Probationary Rate (Up to 120 Days): $27.14 per hour / $56,459.60 annualized (effective April 1, 2026).
- 121 Days to 1 Year: $29.86 per hour / $62,105.56 annualized.
- After 1 Year: $32.25 per hour / $67,074.00 annualized.
Examples of Duties
Under supervision, collects and organizes criminal information from all available resources, including the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) System, the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), field interview reports, intelligence sources, other agencies, media, crime bulletins, crime reports and supplements, informational surveys, and retrieval of crime information in order to study and analyze past and existing crime series, patterns, and trends. Develops statistical data resources to assist in proactive targeted investigations, preventative enforcement, and education. Uses graphing, scientific calculations, and mapping methods to project and highlight criminal activities, focusing on month, day, time, location patterns, and cluster of incidents. Compares and determines associations and frequency of events. Prepares daily, weekly, monthly, and annual statistical reports. Interacts and communicates with Law Enforcement Partners, other City employees, and the community on crime analysis/research issues. Receives and responds to requests for various types of information and statistical reports. Prepares computerized crime maps, charts, and graphs depicting criminal activities imperative to tactical planning and strategic development. Verifies and validates departmental databases related to criminal analyses. Integrates information from crime analysts and police personnel into a presentation for Commanders and for CompStat meetings. Assesses and presents data necessary for making strategic planning recommendations regarding manpower deployment, resource allocation, and crime prevention. Prepares and presents complex and detailed statistical/analytical and research reports and/or information using principles and practices of professional and technical report writing. Merges statistical data from various analytical systems into a comprehensive product. Drafts correspondence and presentation materials. Presents research summations and converts findings to practical applications. Participates in related continuing education and remains current on literature related to research methodology, crime analysis, and police matters. Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed by management.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four year college or university in Computer Science, Information Science, Crime Analysis, Criminal Justice, Statistics, or related field required. Full-time paid professional experience performing duties in research, compiling, and analyzing crime trends or patterns in a law enforcement agency or Fusion Center is preferred. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Completion of Fundamentals of Crime Analysis and Exploring Crime Analysis preferred. Completion of Essential Skills I and II or a certificate in Crime and Intelligence Analysis from an accredited institution, i.e. IACA/FLDE/CAL State Fullerton, preferred. Certification in 28 Code of Federal Regulations Part 23 required. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point) required. Proficient in GIS Software, Phone Tolls Analysis, Link Analysis, Social Network Analysis, BI Software and SQL or similar software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced proficiency in GIS Software, Phone Tolls Analysis, Link Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Microsoft Office Suite, BI Software and SQL.
- Experience with Police Records Management Systems (RMS)
- Crime analysis certifications (IACA, LEAF, CLEA).
The Crime Analyst II job responsibilities include:
- The interpersonal skills to interact within a team environment, as well as the ability to establish good working relations and communicate effectively with both internal and external partners.
- Performs a variety of crime analysis activities; read, interpret and summarize crime reports to obtain information and trends in crime.
- Organizes summarized information into clear and concise reports; develops and prepares charts, graphs, maps, bulletins and related materials in order to track and present findings related to criminal activity; communicate trends and patterns to various division heads and administrators.
- Develops and produces crime maps using geographic information systems applications; conducts spatial analysis of crime data; prepares a variety of mapping products; prepares and presents a variety of charts, graphs and reports.
- Creates strategic and administrative reports for a variety of users; researches complex crime trends and patterns; develops criminal profiles on known offenders; and completes other large scale or long term ad-hoc assignments.
- Creates, builds, and maintains queries utilizing BI software to ensure queries of police data from the RMS and CAD data systems are accurate to provide analytical products.
- Conducts background research on possible suspects with various State, County and Federal agencies; utilizes various databases to research information.
- Studies current literature on research methodology and policing issues and makes appropriate recommendations for improvements in crime analysis practices; recommends professional training courses for the crime analysts for continuing education.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Working Conditions
Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions in the last 10 years, Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication in the last 10 years, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and ALL Family Violence Convictions regardless of class.
Final candidates selected for hire in the Police Department may be subject to a criminal background, drug screen, psychological exam and fingerprint check.
Benefits for this position include:
Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, and Professional Development Opportunities.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
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Which government employers in Ohio are known to sponsor F-1 OPT workers?
Ohio's government sector includes employers with documented international hiring. NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, the State of Ohio's technology and administrative agencies, public universities like Ohio State University and the University of Cincinnati, and regional transit and infrastructure authorities have all hired F-1 OPT workers in technical, research, and analytical roles. Sponsorship availability varies by department and position, so confirming with each employer directly is important.
Which cities in Ohio have the most government F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus concentrates the most government opportunities as the state capital, housing state agency headquarters and several major public universities. Cleveland follows closely, anchored by NASA Glenn Research Center and Cuyahoga County government offices. Cincinnati offers positions through the city government, regional planning bodies, and public health agencies. Smaller hubs like Dayton, home to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base research operations, also generate F-1 OPT-eligible government roles.
What types of government roles in Ohio typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with a student's degree field are the clearest fit for OPT. In Ohio's government sector, this includes data analysis, GIS and urban planning, environmental science, cybersecurity, public health research, software engineering, and policy analysis positions. Roles within research arms of government, such as laboratory or grant-funded positions, also tend to align well with OPT eligibility requirements since they tie to a specific field of study.
How do I find government F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate lists government roles in Ohio that are open to F-1 OPT candidates, letting you filter by state and visa type rather than manually screening job postings. Government positions often don't explicitly advertise OPT sponsorship, so using a platform built around visa eligibility saves significant time. Searching Migrate Mate specifically for Ohio government roles gives you a filtered starting point alongside the broader job market.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in government roles?
Ohio has a large proportion of government jobs tied to federally funded research, particularly through its aerospace, defense-adjacent, and public health infrastructure. Some federal contractor positions may require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, which would exclude OPT holders, so verifying security clearance requirements before applying is important. State-level roles and public university positions generally have fewer citizenship restrictions and represent more accessible entry points for F-1 OPT candidates in Ohio.