Senior Evidence Technician (May underfill as level I or II)

Salt Lake City Corporation•Augusta, ME

1d•$27 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Evidence Unit supervisor, the incumbent performs all requisite duties as an Evidence Technician II, provides technical direction for Evidence Technicians I and II, and trains department employees and officers in proper evidence packaging and property management procedures. This role assists with developing and maintaining unit and department policies. It is a highly responsible position requiring correct decision-making, independent judgment, and the ability to establish and maintain critical records using a computerized tracking system and train others to do the same. This is an AFSCME union position and is eligible for pay increases at the 2-, 4-, and 6-year marks, depending on experience.

Requirements

Full-time experience as an Evidence Technician II with the Salt Lake City Police Department or other law enforcement agency for a minimum of three (3) years.
Certification as a Property and Evidence Specialist through the International Association for Property and Evidence (IAPE).
Ability to operate modern computers, computer programs, standard office equipment and other specified technical equipment as assigned.
Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with department management, supervisors, professional peers, other employees, and the general public.
Ability to train police officers, department employees and members of other agencies on Salt Lake City Police Department evidence policies and procedures.
Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
Ability to obtain a forklift driver’s certification.
Full-time experience as an Evidence Technician I with the Salt Lake City Police Department or other law enforcement agency for a minimum of three (3) years. (For Level II)
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent AND two (2) years’ work experience in a clerical, customer service, or support staff position involving tasks such as filing, record keeping, warehousing, and data entry and retrieval on a computerized tracking system or related education can be substituted year for year basis. (For Level I)
Must have a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment. (For Level I)
Ability to satisfactorily complete on-the-job training in evidentiary procedures within 6 months. (For Level I)

Nice To Haves

Experience working for the Salt Lake City Police Department or other law enforcement agency is preferred. (For Level I)

Responsibilities

Responsible for receiving, sorting, transporting, and securing all seized evidence and property submitted to the Salt Lake City Police Department evidence intake rooms.
Accountable for the security and integrity of the evidence warehouse and all items maintained within.
Verifies property reports against NCIC database for lost and stolen items.
Responsible for the tracking of all evidence items released or transferred for review, forensic testing, and court proceedings, following strict departmental procedures regarding evidence storage and disposition, while ensuring the chain of custody is maintained and accurately documented.
Determines appropriate and lawful disposition of property through disposal, destruction, donation, auction or releasing to the owner.
Performs a complex mix of clerical duties utilizing knowledge of department systems, operational procedures and specialized equipment.
Conducts periodic audits of property inventory.
Instructs department personnel on evidentiary policies and procedures.
Maintains a stock of packaging supplies for department staff.
Operates a forklift and stock picker to retrieve and relocate property as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May require operation of a city owned vehicle as part of regularly assigned duties. If operation of a city owned motor vehicle is required, candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle records check as part of the hiring process.