Town of Flower Mound, TX
Salary :
$59,633.60 Annually Location :
Flower Mound TX 75028, TX Job Type:
Full Time Regular Job Number:
2025-93 Department:
Police Services Division:
Operating Services (Comms., Records, & Evidence) Opening Date:
08/25/2025
Description
Under direct supervision of the Support Services Lieutenant, the Property and Evidence Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all operations of the Property and Evidence unit. This includes intake, processing, preservation, storage, and lawful disposal of physical property and evidence and other items submitted to the unit. This position provides direct supervision, leadership, and training to Property and Evidence Technicians, ensuring consistent and compliant evidence-handling procedures. As the Lead Property and Evidence Custodian, maintains a chain of custody for all evidence required for the prosecution of criminal cases and provides expert criminal court testimony regarding evidence control and procedures. Examples of Duties
Acts as a Lead Property and Evidence Custodian. Demonstrates an advanced understanding of property and evidence management practices, laws, and documentation. Demonstrates proficiency in the daily job functions of the Property and Evidence Technician. Provides supervision and direction to Property and Evidence Technicians; evaluates personnel and provides correction, discipline, commendations, and training as needed; makes recommendations for hiring and termination. Promotes training and development of assigned personnel; leads by example and promotes a positive work environment. Coordinates Police Recruit training and Briefing Training for officers as topics are identified. Coordinates with Patrol and Criminal Investigations supervision to ensure continuity of processes and procedures. Makes policy recommendations and maintains standard operating procedures. Reviews evidence and property submitted by employees to ensure it is submitted correctly. Assures property is maintained securely while following state and federal law. Performs investigative research for proper disposition of evidence and completes documents required for disposal. Assists the public with identifying and claiming property, resolves public inquiries and/or complaints. Processes evidence to submit to laboratories. Assists in the processing and collection of evidence to include crime scenes as requested. Responsible for preventing unauthorized release of property or evidence. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and documentation of property and evidence. Prepares and submits daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Prepares property for auction, donation, destruction, or departmental use while completing required documentation. Assists with inventories of all property and evidence per law, policy, and Texas Best Practices. Maintains forms used in collection, handling, packaging, and ensures information is available to employees. Inventories, maintains, and purchases supplies required to accommodate evidence handling integrity for department personnel. Maintains property room, evidence lockers, and work areas. Manages the security and organization of the property room, or any area used for the storage of property and evidence. Prepares evidence for trial. May be required to provide expert testimony in court proceedings. Encouraged to participate in professional organizations related to evidence preservation. Notifies supervisor of any legislative changes or improved retention practices. Maintains Texas Best Practices standards and prepares necessary documentation. Maintains an accurate record of all evidence per the state retention schedule. Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance. May be required to report after regularly scheduled work hours as needed. Adheres to personal safety, departmental policy, administrative orders, and state and federal law. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and driving record must be in compliance with Town policy. Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test, polygraph and psychological exam, and thorough background checks (including criminal history). Advanced TAPEIT (or other approved organization) certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment is required. Five years of experience in a property and evidence position or related field is required. Physical Abilities The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.*
Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and manual dexterity. Must be able to read, see, hear, talk, write, and sit for long periods of time; and enunciate clearly, precisely, and effectively with a pleasing voice tone quality. May be required to move various items weighing up to 52 pounds with the use of a dolly for assistance. Work is typically performed in both standard office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions. Potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, infectious diseases, and criminal suspects. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications Sixty (60) hours college credit from an accredited university/school is preferred. Knowledge/ Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of inventory management principles. Knowledge of evidence and abandoned property laws. Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications. Must have an intermediate working knowledge of or be able to be trained to utilize specific evidence tracking software. Must be able to read and interpret Texas Code of Criminal Procedures, lab reports, case dispositions, and other law manuals. Must have excellent English communicative skills to include spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Must be able to follow oral and written directives; administer multiple projects; prioritize and organize work assignments; and meet deadlines. Must be able to work in a team setting and foster a cooperative working environment which maintains a positive image of the department and promotes harmonious relations among employees or between employees and the public. Must work effectively and efficiently with citizens and the general public and maintain a pleasant and friendly demeanor. Must maintain a strong customer service focused attitude. Ability to be on-call.
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Do you possess a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)?
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Do you have a valid state issued driver's license?
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Do you have at least 5 years of experience in a property and evidence position or a related field?
Yes No
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Do you possess an Advanced TAPEIT (or other approved organization) certification, or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment?
Yes No
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Do you have more than three (3) chargeable accidents within the last three (3) years, or any combination of chargeable accidents and moving violations which equal four (4) or more in the last three (3) years?
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Do you have a Class A misdemeanor or greater level conviction under the Texas Penal Code or any comparable state or federal law, to include the Uniform Code of Military Justice?
Yes No
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Do you have a Class B misdemeanor conviction under the Texas Penal Code or any comparable state or federal law, to include the Uniform Code of Military Justice, within the past ten (10) years?
Yes No
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Have you been convicted of or placed on community supervision in any court of an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code?
Yes No
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Are you currently on court ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense?
Yes No
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Do you have any criminal charges pending or are you under indictment for any criminal offense?
Yes No
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Have you used marijuana in the past two (2) years?
Yes No
13
Have you used any illegal drug, other than marijuana, in the last five (5) years?
Yes No
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If you entered "yes" to illegal drug use within the last five (5) years, please list in the space provided the following: type of drug, date(s) used, and number of times used. 15
Have you ever made any false statements under oath?
Yes No
Required Question
$59,633.60 Annually Location :
Flower Mound TX 75028, TX Job Type:
Full Time Regular Job Number:
2025-93 Department:
Police Services Division:
Operating Services (Comms., Records, & Evidence) Opening Date:
08/25/2025
Description
Under direct supervision of the Support Services Lieutenant, the Property and Evidence Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all operations of the Property and Evidence unit. This includes intake, processing, preservation, storage, and lawful disposal of physical property and evidence and other items submitted to the unit. This position provides direct supervision, leadership, and training to Property and Evidence Technicians, ensuring consistent and compliant evidence-handling procedures. As the Lead Property and Evidence Custodian, maintains a chain of custody for all evidence required for the prosecution of criminal cases and provides expert criminal court testimony regarding evidence control and procedures. Examples of Duties
Acts as a Lead Property and Evidence Custodian. Demonstrates an advanced understanding of property and evidence management practices, laws, and documentation. Demonstrates proficiency in the daily job functions of the Property and Evidence Technician. Provides supervision and direction to Property and Evidence Technicians; evaluates personnel and provides correction, discipline, commendations, and training as needed; makes recommendations for hiring and termination. Promotes training and development of assigned personnel; leads by example and promotes a positive work environment. Coordinates Police Recruit training and Briefing Training for officers as topics are identified. Coordinates with Patrol and Criminal Investigations supervision to ensure continuity of processes and procedures. Makes policy recommendations and maintains standard operating procedures. Reviews evidence and property submitted by employees to ensure it is submitted correctly. Assures property is maintained securely while following state and federal law. Performs investigative research for proper disposition of evidence and completes documents required for disposal. Assists the public with identifying and claiming property, resolves public inquiries and/or complaints. Processes evidence to submit to laboratories. Assists in the processing and collection of evidence to include crime scenes as requested. Responsible for preventing unauthorized release of property or evidence. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and documentation of property and evidence. Prepares and submits daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Prepares property for auction, donation, destruction, or departmental use while completing required documentation. Assists with inventories of all property and evidence per law, policy, and Texas Best Practices. Maintains forms used in collection, handling, packaging, and ensures information is available to employees. Inventories, maintains, and purchases supplies required to accommodate evidence handling integrity for department personnel. Maintains property room, evidence lockers, and work areas. Manages the security and organization of the property room, or any area used for the storage of property and evidence. Prepares evidence for trial. May be required to provide expert testimony in court proceedings. Encouraged to participate in professional organizations related to evidence preservation. Notifies supervisor of any legislative changes or improved retention practices. Maintains Texas Best Practices standards and prepares necessary documentation. Maintains an accurate record of all evidence per the state retention schedule. Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance. May be required to report after regularly scheduled work hours as needed. Adheres to personal safety, departmental policy, administrative orders, and state and federal law. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and driving record must be in compliance with Town policy. Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test, polygraph and psychological exam, and thorough background checks (including criminal history). Advanced TAPEIT (or other approved organization) certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment is required. Five years of experience in a property and evidence position or related field is required. Physical Abilities The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.*
Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and manual dexterity. Must be able to read, see, hear, talk, write, and sit for long periods of time; and enunciate clearly, precisely, and effectively with a pleasing voice tone quality. May be required to move various items weighing up to 52 pounds with the use of a dolly for assistance. Work is typically performed in both standard office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions. Potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, infectious diseases, and criminal suspects. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications Sixty (60) hours college credit from an accredited university/school is preferred. Knowledge/ Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of inventory management principles. Knowledge of evidence and abandoned property laws. Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications. Must have an intermediate working knowledge of or be able to be trained to utilize specific evidence tracking software. Must be able to read and interpret Texas Code of Criminal Procedures, lab reports, case dispositions, and other law manuals. Must have excellent English communicative skills to include spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Must be able to follow oral and written directives; administer multiple projects; prioritize and organize work assignments; and meet deadlines. Must be able to work in a team setting and foster a cooperative working environment which maintains a positive image of the department and promotes harmonious relations among employees or between employees and the public. Must work effectively and efficiently with citizens and the general public and maintain a pleasant and friendly demeanor. Must maintain a strong customer service focused attitude. Ability to be on-call.
Important Notice: To ensure you receive all communications regarding your application, please add
noreply@governmentjobs.com
to your safe sender list and regularly check your email (including your spam/junk folders). All important updates and requests will be sent from this address. For a detailed overview of our benefits package, please go to: http://www.flower-mound.com/index.aspx?NID=205 01
Are you at least 18 years of age?
Yes No
02
Do you possess a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)?
Yes No
03
Do you have a valid state issued driver's license?
Yes No
04
Do you have at least 5 years of experience in a property and evidence position or a related field?
Yes No
05
Do you possess an Advanced TAPEIT (or other approved organization) certification, or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment?
Yes No
06
Do you have more than three (3) chargeable accidents within the last three (3) years, or any combination of chargeable accidents and moving violations which equal four (4) or more in the last three (3) years?
Yes No
07
Do you have a Class A misdemeanor or greater level conviction under the Texas Penal Code or any comparable state or federal law, to include the Uniform Code of Military Justice?
Yes No
08
Do you have a Class B misdemeanor conviction under the Texas Penal Code or any comparable state or federal law, to include the Uniform Code of Military Justice, within the past ten (10) years?
Yes No
09
Have you been convicted of or placed on community supervision in any court of an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code?
Yes No
10
Are you currently on court ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense?
Yes No
11
Do you have any criminal charges pending or are you under indictment for any criminal offense?
Yes No
12
Have you used marijuana in the past two (2) years?
Yes No
13
Have you used any illegal drug, other than marijuana, in the last five (5) years?
Yes No
14
If you entered "yes" to illegal drug use within the last five (5) years, please list in the space provided the following: type of drug, date(s) used, and number of times used. 15
Have you ever made any false statements under oath?
Yes No
Required Question