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City of Clearwater, FL

Police Property Clerk

City of Clearwater, FL, Clearwater, Florida, United States, 34623

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Salary:

See Position Description Location :

Clearwater, FL Job Type:

Full-time Job Number:

2025-00232 Department:

Police Department Division:

SUPPORT SERVICES ADMIN Opening Date:

09/05/2025 Closing Date:

Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Position Description

ENTRY SALARY: $41,221.28

Under direct supervision, the Police Property Clerk receives, stores, maintains records of, and safeguards evidence and other property collected from criminal and non-criminal investigations. Maintains applicable property databases consistent with established chain of custody procedures. Releases property, where appropriate and authorized by Florida law, to appropriate individuals or entities. Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions : -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Receives, organizes, and documents all property and evidence submitted and accepted through the police department. Coordinates storage, release, and eventual destruction (where appropriate); adheres to all Department policies, procedures, standards, and Florida State Statutes. Records, documents, and tracks all evidence and property submitted through the department; ensures items are correctly labeled and packaged, files or stores items and enters appropriate information into Police database; handles both criminal evidence and found property submitted to the unit. Communicates and engages with City and private attorneys, local, county, and state agencies to forward and deliver necessary reports; makes copies of evidence requested by various entities; performs requests quickly, efficiently, and in a logical manner. Performs various administrative and clerical work; provides escort for unauthorized persons in the building; handles general office tasks and maintains or prepares monthly/quarterly reports as required by the Department. Tracks and records all equipment issued to police department and other City personnel. Verifies record of bicycles received by the Department and the reason for retention. Prepares lists of articles to be destroyed; releases articles for official destruction; inventoried and released property to be donated. Orders and purchases materials and supplies for the department; receives mail and other deliveries and distributes to proper divisions and personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid State driver's license is required.

Employees selected for this position must meet FDLE guidelines in order to access sensitive and/or confidential information. Applicants with arrest histories for felonies or serious misdemeanors may be denied access to this information and as such, will not meet the minimum qualifications for a position with the City of Clearwater.

Education and Experience: High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate AND one (1) year of experience in the receipt, storage, and issuance of property, or in maintaining property control; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information Knowledge

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Handling cash and maintaining records Storeroom methods and procedures around storing evidence and property Police department practices and procedures Florida Law, City of Clearwater ordinances, and regulations Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment

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Delivering competent direction upon inquiry Completing tasks given both orally and in writing Receiving, storing, and organizing evidence and property Maintaining confidentiality and criminal files Establishing and maintaining strong office relationships Handling emergencies/stress/shifting priorities with tact and professionalism Operating a computer and related software

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE: Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE: Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS. 01

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

CDL A CDL B Regular (E) ID Only Out of State None of the above

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What is your highest level of education?

Masters Degree or higher Bachelors Degree Associates Degree High School Diploma or GED Certificate Completion of 10th grade Less than 10th grade education

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How many years of experience do you possess in the receipt, storage, and issuance of property, or in maintaining property control?

No experience 1-2 years' experience 2-3 years' experience 3-4 years' experience 4 or more years' experience

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Yes No

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Please explain your answer to the following question: Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Required Question