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

Position Title:

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

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Evidence Unit supervisor, incumbent performs all of the requisite duties as an Evidence Technician II, provides technical direction for Evidence Technician I's and II's and trains department employees and officers in proper evidence packaging, and property management procedures. Assists with developing and maintaining unit and department policies.

This is a highly responsible position requiring correct decision-making and 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.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• 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.
• This position 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SENIOR EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN:

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS LEVEL II:

• 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.

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS LEVEL I:

• 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.

• Experience working for the Salt Lake City Police Department or other law enforcement agency is preferred.

• Ability to satisfactorily complete on-the-job training in evidentiary procedures within 6 months.

• Ability to operate 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.

• Must have a valid driver's license or driving privilege card, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

• Ability to obtain a forklift driver's certification.

• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to disagreeable elements such as noxious fumes, human excrement, drugs, dirt, dust, and insects. May be required to handle bio-hazardous materials such as HIV infected blood samples, clothing, and syringes.
• Frequent lifting, pushing or pulling of moderately heavy weights.
• Exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION HOURLY RANGE (Senior Level)

Entry: $27.45

Year 2: $29.08

Year 4: $30.68

Year 6: $34.00

DEPARTMENT

Police

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40