Property Evidence Technician

Duties

Essential Functions:

• Accountable for assuming the proper care, custody, and control for all property, evidence, and/or contraband submitted to the Property Room.
• Conduct an accurate inventory of all incoming property and evidence on a daily basis.
• Maintain property log, evidence packaging, and secure storage of all incoming property and evidence on a daily basis.
• Maintain accurate property, evidence, and contraband records, both hardcopy and electronic, as necessary.
• Operate department computer equipment and software programs to input data, track and review evidence and property records, and research case disposition for future disposal.
• Work with investigators, courts (municipal, county, district, and federal), and other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to property and evidence.
• Respond to inquiries from citizens regarding property and evidence in accordance with Texas Criminal Code of Procedure.
• Exercise good judgment while working in stressful situations, i.e. deadlines, court ordered destructions, etc.
• Safely operating assigned equipment, which include but are not limited to, a vehicle, truck, van, dolly, step ladder, typewriter, fax machine, phone, computer, and hand held scanner.
• Deliver to and retrieve from Department of Public Safety labs, items as needed for analysis, either in person, or FedEx.
• Schedule and conduct court ordered destruction, disposals, auctions, and deposits as necessary in all types of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Testify in court as needed with proper courtroom demeanor.
• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

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

Requirements

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

• High School Diploma or GED required; 1-3 years' experience in property/evidence field, or related fields desired.

Knowledge of:

• Rules for collecting, preserving, processing, and securing physical evidence.
• Federal and state laws governing the entry, storage, and transfer of evidence and property.
• State and Federal laws, regulations, and statutes governing management of property and evidence.
• Principles and practices of photographing and documenting crime scenes.
• Police radio, dispatch, and communication protocols and procedures.
• Principles of record keeping and confidential records management.
• Geography, roads, and landmarks of City and surrounding areas.

License and certification requirements:

• A valid Driver's License is required.

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