Police Evidence Technician

City of High Point•High Point, NC

2d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Ensures accuracy in the safeguarding of all evidence in accordance with federal and state laws, City ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures through attention to detail and accountable practices. Tasks include, but are not limited to, the receiving, verifying, cataloging, securely storing, retrieving, transferring, and disposing of property seized during police operations. Work is performed under general supervision.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED equivalent
Valid driver’s license.
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be familiar with computer programs in spreadsheets, databases, and word processing
Must be able to work as a team with members of the Forensic Section
Must understand and be able to manage a financial ledger of credits and debits
Must be able to handle multiple ongoing projects, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently under general supervision
Work requires the exercise of initiative and independent judgment while using established work methods and procedures.
Learn applicable federal, state, and local criminal laws, codes, and regulations as it pertains to evidence matters
Maintain storage, security, and accounting procedures for sensitive, valuable, and unusual items, supplies, and equipment, as well as confidential information related to cases
Must obtain and maintain DCI certification from the State of North Carolina

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree
Work experience in warehousing, logistics, inventory control, or high security environment
Work experience in law enforcement community or the court system
Multiple language skills
Certification as a Certified Property and Evidence Specialist by the IAPE (International Association of Property and Evidence)

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service to members of the department, public, and law enforcement community
Receives, observes, and inspects submitted items to determine compliance with established standards
Conducts follow up with personnel to address errors in submission or documentation procedures
Utilize bar-coding RFID system for storage and movement accuracy
Maintains computer records, documentation, and chain of custody for property/evidence items
Transports items to forensic laboratory, and arranges shipping of items as needed
Verifies currency accepted into evidence security, and conducts disbursements as necessary to citizens, School Boards, NC Department of Revenue, and Clerk of Courts offices as directed.
Conducts inventories, audits, and inspections as required
Prepares statistical reports related to duties as required
Researches cases to determine adjudication status and candidacy for return/disposition
Completes evidence destruction procedures through all stages to include research, transportation to disposal sites, and witnessing disposal methods
Prepares items for public auction processes, arranges transfers, and maintains related documents
Trains new officers and new crime lab employees in proper evidence packaging procedures and new developments or trends related to evidence security
Communicates with the public, department members, court officials, and other law enforcement agencies daily via telephone, written communication, and email
Assists District Attorney’s office in trial preparation related to evidence and testifies as required
Operates motor vehicle, multiple computer programs, police radio, and office equipment in performance of duties
Maintains credentials for and utilizes multiple web-based systems in the performance of duties
Works with a variety of hazardous items, including weapons, narcotics, body fluids, flammable and explosive material ensuring all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies
Successful completion of a polygraph and background investigation is required.