Police Evidence Technician

Duties

• Properly document the receipt, signature and weighing of necessary evidence received at the front counter.
• Enters receipts into the Property Control Unit system.
• Properly document the return of any evidence to submitting agencies or municipalities.
• Provide direction to officers and detectives as to procedures for properly packaging evidence and completion of evidence receipts.
• Make file folders and file all evidence receipts and completed paperwork and casework.
• Locate and pull evidence for upcoming court cases.
• Pull files, make copies and fax reports to officers, Prosecuting Attorney's Office, County Counselor's Office, Probation and Parole, Family Court and other agencies that request the completed reports.
• Locate, pull and prepare complete case files for microfilming.
• Assist in coordinating drug, gun burns and police auction.
• Perform clerical duties as requested by the Property Control Unit Supervisor.
• Answer telephone calls, provide assistance as required, and direct calls to appropriate personnel, when necessary.
• Distribute mail (U.S. Postal and inter-departmental) delivered to Property Control Unit.
• Oversee maintenance of copier.
• Performs other duties, as directed.
• Perform Precinct and Units/Bureau evidence pick-ups at the Supervisor’s discretion.

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

Requirements

• Graduation from high school.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficient typing skills.
• Knowledge or the ability to learn and make use of Department databases such as CARE and Case Management.
• Knowledge or the ability to learn and conduct searches for people or property after training and REJIS testing/certification for database access.
• Knowledge of office methods, procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge or the ability to learn Property Control Unit procedures in the handling of physical evidence.
• Knowledge in the use of safety equipment (i.e., protective eyewear, latex gloves, lab coats, etc.).
• Skill to communicate in proper English with written and oral methods.
• Skill to communicate and interact effectively with law enforcement officials, attorneys and court personnel and the public.
• Skill to handle any physical evidence in a safe manner using protocol and safety procedures.
• Skill to effectively use cleaning solutions in the work area according to manufacturer's recommendations.
• Skill to alphabetize, transport, file and purge records and documents, as needed.
• Skill to type computer records or written assignments with limited errors.
• Ability to handle safety procedures used in an emergency situation (i.e., chemical spills, fires, exposures, etc.).
• Ability to converse with law enforcement officials, attorneys and the general public in a tactful manner over the telephone and in person.
• Ability to learn the Property Control Unit computer system, operate printers, copy machines, shredders and calculators.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professional integrity while dealing with extremely sensitive information or evidence.
• Ability to maintain confidential clerical records and files.
• Ability to testify in court on a witness stand and to present all the facts for depositions, while maintaining composure under intense defense cross-examination scrutiny.
• Ability to make sound decisions pertaining to Property Control Unit office procedures involving the handling of evidence.
• Ability to transport, store and retrieve articles or evidence from the proper storage facilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relations with others.
• Ability to route telephone calls and mail to the appropriate Property Control Unit personnel.
• Ability to effectively use the emergency alarm system.
• Ability to work hours as assigned.
• Ability to lift heavy items to include box truck tailgate.
• Ability to drive large box truck and panel van.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Availability to work overtime if necessary.

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