Evidence Custodian

Town of Leland•Leland, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate technical work processing and maintaining chain of custody for evidence and found property, entering items into the RMS property module, transporting and disposing of evidence, conducting inventories and audits, testifying in court, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Administrative Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in property and evidence management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification in Property and Evidence Management through the North Carolina Justice Academy upon hire.
Certification as a Property and Evidence Specialist through the International Association of Property and Evidence (IAPE) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Thorough knowledge of law enforcement methods, practices, and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of law enforcement investigative principles and techniques of identification.
Thorough knowledge of evidence and laws of search and seizure.
Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department.
General knowledge of the geography of the Town and location of important buildings.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports.
Ability to deal courteously, firmly and tactfully with the public.
Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Ability to perform work during emergency or disaster situations upon request and as assigned by management.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, state and federal officials, and the general public.

Responsibilities

Maintains the evidence room in an orderly condition.
Testifies in court regarding evidence handling and chain of custody.
Transports evidence and found property for testing or processing and ensures custody and disposition comply with federal and state laws and regulations.
Maintains packaging supplies and forms.
Research case numbers and dispositions to determine ownership and whether items are eligible for return or disposal.
Attends required job-related training.
Enters all new property and evidence submitted by officers into the RMS, ensures each item is recorded accurately, transfers items to the property module, and barcodes them.
Conducts assigned inventories and audits of designated areas within Property and Evidence.
Retrieves and releases evidence and property to officers, prosecuting attorneys, government agencies, and the public in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as directed or assigned.
Promotes and demonstrates organizational culture, core values, and leadership philosophies consistent with, or complementary to, Town administration.
Adheres to policies and procedures established by the Town.