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City of Casper Property Evidence Technician I in United States
Property Evidence Technician I
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Property Evidence Technician I
Salary
$44,948.80 - $60,673.60 Annually
Location
Casper Police Department - Casper, WY
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
1139-01
Department
Casper Police Department
Division
Property Evidence (751)
Opening Date
09/06/2024
Closing Date
9/24/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Description
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Class Summary
Assigned to: Casper Police Department
Incumbents are responsible for collecting, documenting, and processing property and evidence for the Police Department. Responsibilities may include fingerprinting citizens; performing basic laboratory tests, and packing/storing evidence. Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory staff.
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
Receives general supervision from the Property Evidence Supervisor or higher-level supervisory staff.
Typical Class Essential Duties
Receives and maintains evidence and seized property including reviewing property custodial requests; tracks evidence/property received; verifies that evidence/property matches documentation; prepares copies/photographs of evidence; packages items and stores in the appropriate locations.
Maintains Chain of Evidence custody at all times; disposes of unclaimed evidence and found property in accordance with departmental regulations.
Maintains and operates a computerized inventory system; backs up data files and maintains system integrity.
Answers public inquiries about stored evidence; communicates with police officers, the courts, and attorneys on case status and evidence needed.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, evidence receipts, police reports, property records, or other documentation; prepares inventories concerning lost or found property as required; testifies in court regarding evidence related to crimes.
Performs both microscopic and chemical testing to determine the presence of drugs; testifies in court as to the results of the testing and validity of the process.
Fingerprints citizens and suspects upon request; performs fingerprint classifications; maintains fingerprint files.
Coordinates purchasing and inventory of required supplies for evidence, the photo lab, and the substance testing lab.
Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Knowledge (position requirements at entry):
Knowledge of:
• Modern office procedures, methods, and use of technological equipment including database management.
• Customer service principles.
• Record keeping and file management principles.
• Computer data entry systems and related software applications.
Abilities (position requirements at entry):
Ability to:
• Learn and apply departmental procedures, rules and regulations, applicable Federal, State, and/or local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Learn and apply legal guidelines pertaining to the maintenance and control of evidence.
• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Learn various aspects of police science and the Wyoming penal code.
• Learn methods of record storage, inventory collection, and warehousing techniques.
• Deal with difficult customers and use effective problem-solving skills.
• Effectively account for property and evidence; organize and maintain control systems.
• Work independently in disposing of property according to defined guidelines.
• Cope with stressful situations calmly, fairly, tactfully, and with respect for individual rights.
• Safeguard and maintain confidential information.
• Maintain an efficient record keeping system.
• Work on a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Learn to apply local, State, and Federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of logs and/or reports.
• Operate a variety of modern office equipment and tools.
• Work on a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and direction.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Skills (position requirements at entry):
Skill in:
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Maintaining records and files.
• Typing and data entry.
• Providing customer service.
• Operating modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.
• Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.
• Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with customers, staff and the general public.
Training, Experience & Certifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.
• Minimum of one-year property accountability, warehousing, or law enforcement work or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed below.
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS
• Possession of a valid Wyoming driver's license preferred.
• Possession of or ability to become a Notary public.
Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test. Applicants who have failed a pre-employment screen or have been terminated from the City of Casper are ineligible for employment consideration for 12 months. You will become eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of your incident (pre-employment screen or termination).
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes.
Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence.
Physical and Environmental Conditions:
City of Casper employees in data creation and modification, security sensitive or safety and protective positions are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Some employees may be subject to random drug testing if their responsibilities include:
Emergency response/rescue
Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste
Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems
Writing or modifying code, maintaining or modifying City data systems including work on networks, servers, and communication systems
CDL operations and driving
Operating power-driven machinery or equipment
Creating or modifying health, financial, security and or risk documents or assessments
Working with or directing minors
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Incumbent is subject to perform duties either indoors or outdoors, which may include extreme climate/weather conditions. Performance of duties likely to have exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes, toxic agents, or pathogenic substances. The incumbent is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing. Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307) 235-8344.
Benefit Programs: Look at these amazing benefits!
CIGNA Health
Delta Dental
VSP Vision
Medical Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending
MASA Supplementary Ambulance Care
Voya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness Plans
Short-term and Long-term Disability Options
Life Insurance
457/IRA Retirement Options
Employees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling Services
Pet Insurance
Legal Shield/ID Shield
Ten Paid Holidays Annually
Wyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.
Public Employee Pension Plan:
Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25%
Law Enforcement Pension Plan
Employer 10.6% Employee 6.6%
Paid Fire B Pension Plan
Employer 16.00% Employee 11.245%
Paid Time Off (PTO): The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial. A new full-time employee will receive an advance of 80 PTO hours on their start date. Each full-time employee’s PTO accrual is limited to a total of 720 hours, which equates to 18 weeks (40-hours per week) of PTO.
Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Cordico - Mobile Wellness Ap: On-demand access to relevant trusted and effective wellness resources.
Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.
Ergonomic Assessments: Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.
Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events:
Service Awards Luncheon - To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes.
Annual Employee Golf Tournament - Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members.
Employee Holiday Breakfast – Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast.
Chili Skate Night – Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili.
Wellness Programs – Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.
Leadership and Employee Development – We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization.