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Job Type

Full-time

Description

DEFINITION:

The Evidence and Property Technician is responsible for the intake, documentation, storage, security, and final disposition of all property and evidence in the custody of the Police Department. This position ensures that all items are safeguarded in compliance with state laws, department policies, and court requirements, while maintaining accurate records and chain of custody to support criminal investigations and judicial proceedings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from Chief of Police and Police Captain, or his/her designee.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS -Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential functions:

1.Receive, process, and properly store property and evidence submitted by officers and detectives.

2.Safeguard all property and evidence in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.

3.Maintain the chain of custody for all evidence to ensure integrity for court presentation.

4.Provide access to evidence for officers, detectives, and authorized personnel for review, investigation, or trial preparation.

5.Coordinate with courts, attorneys, and investigators regarding evidence handling, presentation, and release.

6.Identify, track, and return found property and evidence to rightful owners when legally permissible.

7.Send notifications to owners of property eligible for release, and coordinate return of property.

8.Oversee the storage, release, and documentation of impounded vehicles in accordance with department procedures.

9.Disposes of all property and evidence in accordance with all state laws and agency policy and procedures. Coordinates all drug destruction, operates the drug incinerator, and tracks and completes all associated paperwork. Oversee the maintenance of files and records regarding the disposition of property and/or evidence in custody.

10.Maintain accurate records, databases, and documentation for all property and evidence transactions.

11.Assist with audits, inventories, and inspections of property and evidence for accountability and compliance.

12.Coordinates the process of transporting evidence to the crime lab for testing and analysis. Operates city vehicle when necessary for transporting evidence.

13.Performs routine clerical work; duties may include logging in materials and documents, entering data and information into computerized files, filing and retrieving materials from manual or computerized filing system, typing correspondence, memos and other short documents, and sorting documents.

14.Operates a personal computer, @typewriter, calculator, photocopier, facsimile, and other office equipment to perform duties required as an evidence custodian.

15.Testifies in court or at depositions regarding the integrity of property storage, preservation, and transportation. Responds to subpoena Duces Tecum and makes court appearances.

16.Participates in training of personnel and as a presenter for in-services classes pertaining to collection, packaging and safe handling of property and evidence.

17.Monitors body/in-car camera video storage.

18.As trained, may serve as an in-field evidence collection technician at crime scenes.

19.The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates, supervisors, customers, vendors and any other persons or organization with whom interaction is required.

20.Gather information and prepare supplemental reports as assigned.

21.Perform matron duties as needed.

Marginal Functions:\

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of evidence collection, packaging, and storage.\ Perform a variety of special projects as assigned.\ Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

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Must be a US citizen, must be at least 18 years of age, must have not been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor. Must have a valid drivers license.

Must successfully pass oral interview, extensive background investigation, polygraph, drug screening, and any other requirements established by the Police :::

City of Coffeyville

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