City of Escondido
Property & Evidence Technician I/II
City of Escondido, Escondido, California, United States, 92025
Position Overview
Property & Evidence Technician I : $3,825 - $5,126 per month
Property & Evidence Technician II : $4,019 - $5,385 per month
Join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location. The City of Escondido is hiring a Property & Evidence Technician I/II in its Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, refer to the corresponding job description obtainable from Human Resources or the City’s website.
Responsibilities
Receive, identify, classify, process, store, safeguard, oversee delivering of, release, and dispose of all types of police property and evidence including weapons, explosives, narcotics, money, hazardous materials, and body parts and fluids; issue receipts for property received.
Track the movement of and maintain chain of custody documentation for all property and evidence; retrieve, package, release to personnel, and oversee the transport of property and evidence to labs for special testing, to court for hearings/trials, and/or to storage; inspect, verify receipt of, and place property back in original or new location when returned.
Coordinate release, destruction, and disposal of adjudicated, obsolete, and unclaimed property and evidence as authorized; develop correspondence instructing property owners of the disposition of property; release items to rightful owner; pull evidence to be destroyed or auctioned; dispose of narcotics in manner directed; prepare associated reports.
Maintain accurate records and logs of all property and evidence; maintain manual and computerized record control systems; operate a computer to access, enter and retrieve a variety of information; print and deliver reports.
Answer questions and provide general information to the general public, District Attorney’s Office, crime labs, and City staff including requests for information on property and evidence held; provide information regarding Police Department policies and procedures pertaining to the storage and release of evidence and property.
Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties in support of Department operations; receive and ship packages; assist in budget preparation for the Property Unit.
Provide training and assistance to Police Department staff on proper packaging and handling of impounded property.
Attend and participate in training sessions related to area of assignment including firearms safety, bomb/explosive awareness, infectious disease control, hazardous materials awareness, occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens awareness, power industrial truck operations, tow truck operations, fire protection and control, radio communications, telecommunications, evidence tracking and control systems, general forensic laboratory and evidence collection, and evidence packaging and sealing techniques.
Check and process a variety of forms, reports, and documents; process laboratory service requests, court orders, and other documents.
Testify in court as necessary.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications – Knowledge of
Operations, services, and activities of a property and evidence program.
Methods, procedures, principles, practices, and terminology used property and evidence handling, recording, preservation, storage, and release.
Court procedures regarding evidence.
Legal guidelines pertaining to the maintenance and control of evidence.
Records management and inventory techniques.
Warehousing and storekeeping principles and practices.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Methods and techniques used in customer service and public relations.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Qualifications – Ability to
Perform a variety of technical and specialized clerical duties with speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
Receive, process, store, document, release, and dispose of various evidence and property.
Effectively account for police property and evidence; organize and maintain control systems.
Maintain a current knowledge of evidence and property storage and release procedures.
Apply and explain pertinent laws, rules, regulations, protocols, policies, and procedures related to property and evidence.
Understand the criminal and civil judicial systems.
Maintain a variety of records.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Operate modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Safely perform the physical requirements necessary in storing and moving materials.
Order a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment.
Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Maintain a calm and professional demeanor at all times.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Property & Evidence Technician I – Education/Training Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Property & Evidence Technician I – Experience Two years (full-time equivalent) of general clerical experience. Experience related to operation of a stockroom or warehouse is highly desirable.
Property & Evidence Technician I – License or Certificate Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Property & Evidence Technician II – Education/Training Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training related to area of assignment including principles and practices used in property and evidence handling, classification, and storage.
Property & Evidence Technician II – Experience Two years (full-time equivalent) of responsible experience performing duties comparable to a Property and Evidence Technician I in the City of Escondido.
Property & Evidence Technician II – License or Certificate Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Selection Procedure Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.
Background Investigation and Medical Examination All appointments are subject to background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E‑Verify.
EEO and Veterans Preference Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:
Served in the U.S. armed forces Received an honorable discharge Did not retire from military service Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.
City Information The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30‑minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state‑of‑the‑art hospital. Established in 1888, the city’s rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido’s treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.
Legal For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from Human Resources or downloaded from the City’s website. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre‑employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre‑employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre‑employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
EOE Statement The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
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Join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location. The City of Escondido is hiring a Property & Evidence Technician I/II in its Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, refer to the corresponding job description obtainable from Human Resources or the City’s website.
Responsibilities
Receive, identify, classify, process, store, safeguard, oversee delivering of, release, and dispose of all types of police property and evidence including weapons, explosives, narcotics, money, hazardous materials, and body parts and fluids; issue receipts for property received.
Track the movement of and maintain chain of custody documentation for all property and evidence; retrieve, package, release to personnel, and oversee the transport of property and evidence to labs for special testing, to court for hearings/trials, and/or to storage; inspect, verify receipt of, and place property back in original or new location when returned.
Coordinate release, destruction, and disposal of adjudicated, obsolete, and unclaimed property and evidence as authorized; develop correspondence instructing property owners of the disposition of property; release items to rightful owner; pull evidence to be destroyed or auctioned; dispose of narcotics in manner directed; prepare associated reports.
Maintain accurate records and logs of all property and evidence; maintain manual and computerized record control systems; operate a computer to access, enter and retrieve a variety of information; print and deliver reports.
Answer questions and provide general information to the general public, District Attorney’s Office, crime labs, and City staff including requests for information on property and evidence held; provide information regarding Police Department policies and procedures pertaining to the storage and release of evidence and property.
Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties in support of Department operations; receive and ship packages; assist in budget preparation for the Property Unit.
Provide training and assistance to Police Department staff on proper packaging and handling of impounded property.
Attend and participate in training sessions related to area of assignment including firearms safety, bomb/explosive awareness, infectious disease control, hazardous materials awareness, occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens awareness, power industrial truck operations, tow truck operations, fire protection and control, radio communications, telecommunications, evidence tracking and control systems, general forensic laboratory and evidence collection, and evidence packaging and sealing techniques.
Check and process a variety of forms, reports, and documents; process laboratory service requests, court orders, and other documents.
Testify in court as necessary.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications – Knowledge of
Operations, services, and activities of a property and evidence program.
Methods, procedures, principles, practices, and terminology used property and evidence handling, recording, preservation, storage, and release.
Court procedures regarding evidence.
Legal guidelines pertaining to the maintenance and control of evidence.
Records management and inventory techniques.
Warehousing and storekeeping principles and practices.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Methods and techniques used in customer service and public relations.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Qualifications – Ability to
Perform a variety of technical and specialized clerical duties with speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
Receive, process, store, document, release, and dispose of various evidence and property.
Effectively account for police property and evidence; organize and maintain control systems.
Maintain a current knowledge of evidence and property storage and release procedures.
Apply and explain pertinent laws, rules, regulations, protocols, policies, and procedures related to property and evidence.
Understand the criminal and civil judicial systems.
Maintain a variety of records.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Operate modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Safely perform the physical requirements necessary in storing and moving materials.
Order a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment.
Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Maintain a calm and professional demeanor at all times.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Property & Evidence Technician I – Education/Training Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Property & Evidence Technician I – Experience Two years (full-time equivalent) of general clerical experience. Experience related to operation of a stockroom or warehouse is highly desirable.
Property & Evidence Technician I – License or Certificate Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Property & Evidence Technician II – Education/Training Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training related to area of assignment including principles and practices used in property and evidence handling, classification, and storage.
Property & Evidence Technician II – Experience Two years (full-time equivalent) of responsible experience performing duties comparable to a Property and Evidence Technician I in the City of Escondido.
Property & Evidence Technician II – License or Certificate Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Selection Procedure Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.
Background Investigation and Medical Examination All appointments are subject to background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E‑Verify.
EEO and Veterans Preference Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:
Served in the U.S. armed forces Received an honorable discharge Did not retire from military service Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.
City Information The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30‑minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state‑of‑the‑art hospital. Established in 1888, the city’s rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido’s treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.
Legal For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from Human Resources or downloaded from the City’s website. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre‑employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre‑employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre‑employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
EOE Statement The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
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