Job Description

Evidence Tech

City of Will i ams Pos i ti o n Des c ript i on (Grade 6)

(24.21 to $30.07)

Summary of Posi tion:

An Evidence Technician performs duties in the Evidence Section of the Police Department, including: the receiving, storing, releasing, and maintaining security of a wide variety of confiscated property, evidence, and vehicles in a warehouse environment. A major responsibility of the position is to safeguard and maintain the integrity of all evidence and the chain of custody in accordance with state laws, City ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures. Additional duties include, but are not limited to: receiving, verifying, cataloging, storing, retrieving, transferring, and disposing of property and evidence; processing narcotics for disposal; processing firearms for release, auction, or disposal; receiving, storing, and disposing of bicycles and motorized vehicles; reviewing criminal history background checks to determine appropriate release of firearms; and dealing with internal and external customers via the telephone and in face-to-face contact. Accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability are critical skills required and expected of an Evidence Technician. This class is responsible for performing related duties as required. Performs records management duties and tasks for police department.

Job Duties:

• Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence from crime scenes, including fingerprints and bodily fluids.
• Record observations of the crime scene with photographs and sketches.
• Catalog and preserve evidence for transfer to crime labs.
• Evaluate evidence.
• Manage property seized by law enforcement, such as drugs, vehicles, and weapons.
• Prepare evidence as exhibits for the courtroom.
• Report findings to colleagues, law enforcement authorities, and court officials.
• Testify in court.
• Manage the body camera program.

Minimum Qualifications Required.

Graduation from high school or GED. A minimum of one year of experience in warehousing, inventory control, or an appropriately related field, preferably in a law enforcement and/or high security environment. Special Requirements. Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation is required. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Certification by the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) in the operation of the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Network is desirable and will be required within 180 days of hire date.

Job Tags

Full time,

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