Property and Evidence Custodian

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Process evidence by receiving and releasing evidence to representatives from law enforcement agencies.
• Receive physical evidence
• Assign case numbers and creates electronic case files in database
• Completes chain of custody
• Enter evidence data into the computerized laboratory database.
• Store evidence appropriately
• Release evidence to forensic scientists
• Release evidence back to submitting agencies
• Disposal of evidence as required via WSP procedures
• Maintain case files and all evidence transaction records.
• Conduct periodic inventories and audits of evidence.
• Provide administrative support
• Other duties as assigned.

Tools and Equipment:

• General office equipment, office and laboratory software, and personal protective equipment and supplies.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel throughout the state may be required for training and meetings or evidence transport to/from the Federal Way Toxicology Laboratory. Transportation is by pool car or other approved means such as air travel if necessary.

Work Setting/ Hazards:

• The working environment is a Toxicology Laboratory where hazardous and biohazardous chemicals and evidence must be safely handled following safety guidelines.
• Must be willing and able to work on cases involving traumatic events.

Schedule:

• Eight-hour workdays Monday through Friday are typical. Hours may be flexible upon approval of management.

Customer Interactions:

• Interact with medical examiners, coroners, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and representatives of the various courier services. Must maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma/ GED
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
• Provide an oral DNA sample to be used in the CODIS Elimination Profile Index.

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