Evidence Custodian Job at Fort Lupton Press in Fort Lupton

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The City of Fort Lupton is seeking an Evidence Custodian to oversee the receipt, identification, categorization, storage, and custody of evidence and property.

Summary

Beginning pay range for position: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour. Employees in this position are usually civilian and perform duties associated with the collection, custody, and care of evidence and property brought into the department’s possession.

• Oversee the receipt, identification, categorization, storage, and custody of a wide variety of evidence, found property, safekeeping items, weapons governed by ERPO, and items held for destruction.
• Oversee the entry of items into the appropriate computer systems, including labeling and tracking.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records on existing, released, destroyed, donated, and/or auctioned property.
• Operate within established procedures within the evidence and property system and maintain tracking records of individual property items to ensure chain of custody.
• Determine the appropriate disposition of property in compliance with court orders, departmental policies, and applicable laws.
• Ensure appropriate paperwork is submitted for the transfer, release, and disposition of evidence and property items.
• Determine appropriate disposal of items such as destruction, sale, auction, and departmental use.
• Prioritize work assignments to ensure the evidence and property system stays in operation.
• Schedule with citizens for the release of evidence and property items.
• Coordinate the scheduling and transportation of evidence and property to and from the department to other locations.
• Respond to inquiries and requests from departmental personnel, criminal justice agencies, courts, prosecutors, and other relevant entities regarding evidence and property items.
• Maintain comprehensive records, both in hardcopy and electronic format, related to evidence and property items.
• Produce statistical reports and records as necessary to assist with the management and operation of the evidence and property system.
• Coordinate the deposit of monies to appropriate officials with the City of Fort Lupton.
• Utilize department and court automated computer systems to determine the disposition of cases to assist with the disposition of property.
• Assist the Chief of Police and other custodians with quarterly and annual audits.
• All other duties and assignments as directed.

Qualifications And Requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skill, Knowledge And Ability

• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to public records requests and confidentiality of law enforcement records and evidence.
• Ability to respond effectively to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Working knowledge of computers and the ability to learn and utilize software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other current technology.
• Mathematical skills related to essential job functions.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, various agencies, and the general public.

Education, Certifications And Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possess the ability to speak clearly, write legibly, and formulate basic reports and general correspondence.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation and drug screening.
• Must obtain the clearances necessary to access NCIC, CCIC, and other governmental databases required for the position.

Working Environment/Physical Activities

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, squat, talk, hear, and see. Light physical effort to handle objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and on rare occasions over 40 pounds.

Supplemental Information: The City of Fort Lupton supplies a robust and diverse benefit package to reach a wide range of needs, including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, and more.

The City of Fort Lupton is an equal opportunity employer.