Police Services Officer

City of Jacksonville NC•Jacksonville, NC

About The Position

The Police Services Officer performs intermediate technical work ensuring the proper custody and disposition of evidence and property, along with related duties. Work is performed under regular supervision. The position supports crime scene investigations, evidence and property management, licensing, and service to Jacksonville residents. General hours are 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, and may change as necessary. The officer is subject to call duty for crime scene processing. The City recognizes relevant education and experience beyond the position requirements through additional compensation: 2.5% for an associate's degree, 5% for a bachelor's degree, 7.5% for a career-relevant master's degree, and an additional 1% per year of relevant experience up to 15 years. The hiring range is $39,982.43–$51,977.16.

Requirements

High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2 to 5 years of experience in police evidence and records work.
Thorough knowledge of record-keeping methods and techniques.
Thorough knowledge of rules and regulations governing the custody and safekeeping of evidence and property.
Ability to establish and follow routine schedules.
Skill in operating standard office and data-entry equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Responsibilities

Receive, catalog, store, and control police evidence and found property.
Check evidence packaging and accompanying documentation for completeness and correctness.
Maintain logs, reports, records, and files related to property management.
Process crime scenes and collect physical evidence.
Take citizen statements at the Police Department or at victims' homes.
Present evidence and testify in court when necessary.
Transport evidence to the SBI Laboratory for analysis.
Process paperwork and verify lab request forms before transport, making corrections as needed.
Research property dispositions and send notification letters to owners about returns and to officers when time limits expire.
Order supplies and maintain inventory.
Escort funerals.
Maintain uniform inventory, issue uniforms, and document items issued and returned.
Enter information into a computer and process incoming and outgoing paperwork.
Maintain log books.
Take fingerprints and photographs of citizens for employment purposes.
Inspect and keep records of inspections and violations of city code.
Investigate complaints associated with taxi cabs and wreckers.
Perform related tasks as required.