Evidence Technician
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5 Sebastian, FL Sebastian, FL Full-time Full-time $42,432 a year $42,432 a year 9 days ago 9 days ago 9 days ago General Description of Duties Under the direction of the Crime Scene Evidence Supervisor, this position is responsible for fulfilling public records requests, which includes but is not limited to, gathering and reading reports, scanning documents, redaction, downloading videos, recording data to CDs/DVDs, and submitting documents to the Drop Box for review by the State Attorney's Office; and processing evidence, returning property to citizens, and evidence destruction.
Please download, fill out, sign and submit all required documentation with your application:
Secondary Application Voice Stress Questionnaire Notarize Forms Essential Job Functions In strict accordance with Public Records Law and City Policy, searches computer files to locate requested documents and prepares for requesting parties; creates copies, uploads and downloads digital audio and video evidence to include, but not limited to, body worn camera video, in-car video, and 911 recordings; redacts exempt and confidential information pursuant to Public Records Law; and verifies redactions, records, and correspondence for completeness and accuracy.
Prepares written cost estimates to fulfill public records requests.
Operates a variety of office equipment such as a computer, scanner, telephone, and copier.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Identifies, collects, processes, and preserves crime scene and accident evidence to aid in criminal and civil prosecutions; identifies, collects, secures, and takes legal custody of fingerprints, fluids, fibers, tracks and other trace evidence; duties may vary according to job assignment.
Maintains storage areas, ensuring secure, proper, and orderly storage of property and evidence according to established policies, procedures and filing systems.
Photographs evidence; collects surveillance videos from ancillary sites for supporting documentation; processes and converts digital media.
Writes detailed crime scene and photo log reports, activity logs, case files and technical reports.
Receives and maintains secure custody of evidence, ensuring property received matches associated records.
Assists, as necessary, to ensure proper and timely completion of paperwork pertaining to evidence processing and storage.
Organizes and catalogs evidence and property and prepares and maintains related computer records; prepares back-up computer records.
Maintains written and computer records cataloging items held as evidence, confiscated property, or abandoned property, and bicycle impound lot.
Prepares and submits evidence for laboratory analysis, preparing associated paperwork and transporting items to appropriate laboratories; receives evidence from laboratories.
Conducts FCIC/NCIC warrant and Criminal History checks prior to returning firearms to owner.
Assembles and organizes evidence for presentation in court; attends court and presents evidence and testimony pertaining to evidentiary process.
Assists other City of Sebastian personnel, other law enforcement and multi-jurisdictional agencies to utilize forensic evidence to identify criminal activity and resolve criminal cases.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of evidentiary procedures.
Knowledge of the use of photographic equipment in the processing of crime scenes.
Knowledge of status regarding court cases and disposal or destruction dates.
Knowledge of office administration practices, concepts, and automation applications.
Knowledge of municipal code, directives, and procedures and of city services and operations.
Knowledge and principles of customer service and telephone etiquette.
Skill in the use of computers and software/program applications, e.
g.
, spreadsheet and word processing applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
Ability to enter evidence in RMS and tracking procedures.
Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to public records requests.
Ability to use proper spelling, grammar, and format for all correspondence.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, co-workers, city personnel, and other public or outside agencies.
Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
Ability to complete assignments accurately and on a timely basis.
Ability to think and act quickly, calmly, and accurately in emergency situations in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently with multiple assignments.
Qualifications Education and Experience Guidelines Education and
Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent; and one (1) year of experience in evidence processes, customer service, or related field.
Special
Qualifications:
Possession of a valid, State of Florida driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Supplemental Information & ADA Items Desired Traits:
Be a knowledgeable worker; customer focused; one who values and respects others; drives to excel; believes in teamwork and collaboration; believes in continuous learning; demonstrates ethical behavior; and is supportive of change.
Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization:
Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize and/or analyze data and/or information.
Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships Human Interaction:
Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of obtaining information or clarifying details.
Performs such within policies, procedures and standards.
Requires the ability to meet and deal effectively with the staff members, citizens and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.
Language and Communications Ability:
Requires the ability to keep the supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
Requires the ability to respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Requires the ability to talk and hear:
(Talking:
expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words.
Hearing:
perceiving nature of sounds by ear.
) Must be able to communicate via a telephone.
Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
Maintain all appropriate records as instructed.
Functional Reasoning:
Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
Verbal Aptitude:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently using the English language.
ADA COMPLIANCE The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Walking:
Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Climbing:
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Body agility is emphasized.
Balancing:
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Crawling:
Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Kneeling:
Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Pulling:
Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Pushing:
Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Reaching:
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Lifting:
Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Manual Dexterity:
Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Crouching:
Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Standing or Sitting:
Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Visual Acuity:
Including color, depth perception, and field vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
Emergency Declaration Status:
Essential employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency.
On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee's department head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
5 Sebastian, FL Sebastian, FL Full-time Full-time $42,432 a year $42,432 a year 9 days ago 9 days ago 9 days ago General Description of Duties Under the direction of the Crime Scene Evidence Supervisor, this position is responsible for fulfilling public records requests, which includes but is not limited to, gathering and reading reports, scanning documents, redaction, downloading videos, recording data to CDs/DVDs, and submitting documents to the Drop Box for review by the State Attorney's Office; and processing evidence, returning property to citizens, and evidence destruction.
Please download, fill out, sign and submit all required documentation with your application:
Secondary Application Voice Stress Questionnaire Notarize Forms Essential Job Functions In strict accordance with Public Records Law and City Policy, searches computer files to locate requested documents and prepares for requesting parties; creates copies, uploads and downloads digital audio and video evidence to include, but not limited to, body worn camera video, in-car video, and 911 recordings; redacts exempt and confidential information pursuant to Public Records Law; and verifies redactions, records, and correspondence for completeness and accuracy.
Prepares written cost estimates to fulfill public records requests.
Operates a variety of office equipment such as a computer, scanner, telephone, and copier.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Identifies, collects, processes, and preserves crime scene and accident evidence to aid in criminal and civil prosecutions; identifies, collects, secures, and takes legal custody of fingerprints, fluids, fibers, tracks and other trace evidence; duties may vary according to job assignment.
Maintains storage areas, ensuring secure, proper, and orderly storage of property and evidence according to established policies, procedures and filing systems.
Photographs evidence; collects surveillance videos from ancillary sites for supporting documentation; processes and converts digital media.
Writes detailed crime scene and photo log reports, activity logs, case files and technical reports.
Receives and maintains secure custody of evidence, ensuring property received matches associated records.
Assists, as necessary, to ensure proper and timely completion of paperwork pertaining to evidence processing and storage.
Organizes and catalogs evidence and property and prepares and maintains related computer records; prepares back-up computer records.
Maintains written and computer records cataloging items held as evidence, confiscated property, or abandoned property, and bicycle impound lot.
Prepares and submits evidence for laboratory analysis, preparing associated paperwork and transporting items to appropriate laboratories; receives evidence from laboratories.
Conducts FCIC/NCIC warrant and Criminal History checks prior to returning firearms to owner.
Assembles and organizes evidence for presentation in court; attends court and presents evidence and testimony pertaining to evidentiary process.
Assists other City of Sebastian personnel, other law enforcement and multi-jurisdictional agencies to utilize forensic evidence to identify criminal activity and resolve criminal cases.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of evidentiary procedures.
Knowledge of the use of photographic equipment in the processing of crime scenes.
Knowledge of status regarding court cases and disposal or destruction dates.
Knowledge of office administration practices, concepts, and automation applications.
Knowledge of municipal code, directives, and procedures and of city services and operations.
Knowledge and principles of customer service and telephone etiquette.
Skill in the use of computers and software/program applications, e.
g.
, spreadsheet and word processing applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
Ability to enter evidence in RMS and tracking procedures.
Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to public records requests.
Ability to use proper spelling, grammar, and format for all correspondence.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, co-workers, city personnel, and other public or outside agencies.
Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
Ability to complete assignments accurately and on a timely basis.
Ability to think and act quickly, calmly, and accurately in emergency situations in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently with multiple assignments.
Qualifications Education and Experience Guidelines Education and
Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent; and one (1) year of experience in evidence processes, customer service, or related field.
Special
Qualifications:
Possession of a valid, State of Florida driver's license to operate a motor vehicle.
Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
Supplemental Information & ADA Items Desired Traits:
Be a knowledgeable worker; customer focused; one who values and respects others; drives to excel; believes in teamwork and collaboration; believes in continuous learning; demonstrates ethical behavior; and is supportive of change.
Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization:
Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize and/or analyze data and/or information.
Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships Human Interaction:
Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of obtaining information or clarifying details.
Performs such within policies, procedures and standards.
Requires the ability to meet and deal effectively with the staff members, citizens and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.
Language and Communications Ability:
Requires the ability to keep the supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
Requires the ability to respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Requires the ability to talk and hear:
(Talking:
expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words.
Hearing:
perceiving nature of sounds by ear.
) Must be able to communicate via a telephone.
Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
Maintain all appropriate records as instructed.
Functional Reasoning:
Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
Verbal Aptitude:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently using the English language.
ADA COMPLIANCE The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
Walking:
Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
Climbing:
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Body agility is emphasized.
Balancing:
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Crawling:
Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
Kneeling:
Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Pulling:
Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Pushing:
Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Reaching:
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Lifting:
Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
Manual Dexterity:
Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Crouching:
Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Standing or Sitting:
Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Visual Acuity:
Including color, depth perception, and field vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.
Emergency Declaration Status:
Essential employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency.
On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee's department head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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