Senior Evidence Technician

Position Title:

Senior Evidence Technician (May Underfill as a Level I or II)

Job Description:

Are you looking to "break in" to a career with the Salt Lake City Police Department ? SLCPD is looking for a new Evidence Technician As an Evidence Technician, you'll be responsible for securing, storing, and disposing of seized evidence. At higher levels, candidates would be responsible for training other department staff on proper evidence handling procedures and assisting with developing and maintaining unit and department policies.

About the Position:

Highly qualified applicants with six (6) or more years as a full-time Evidence Technician and a certification as a Property and Evidence Specialist through IAPE may be brought in at the Senior Evidence Technician level, but all candidates with a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four (4) or more years of experience in a clerical or support staff position involving filing, record keeping, and data entry/retrieval are encouraged to apply Read more about the minimum requirements for each level below. This is a highly responsible position that requires independent judgment and decision-making. Successful candidates will have experience in computerized tracking systems.

The hours for this position are 40 hours per week. This position is not eligible for remote work.

This position offers opportunity for growth Applicants hired at the level I or II are eligible to be promoted to the next level after receiving the required certification and experience.

About the Team:

Salt Lake City Police Department's Evidence Unit has a team of six technicians and one supervisor. The unit is part of the department’s Forensic Services and is adjacent to the Crime Lab. You'll work closely with police officers and detectives, as well as forensic scientists, crime scene technicians, and other evidence technicians to keep our well-oiled machine running.

This position will be open for 2 weeks and is scheduled to close at EOD Friday, 6/21/2024 unless it is deemed necessary to leave open. Early application submittal is encouraged.

Position Salary Range:

Level I: $19.35 - $23.98/hr

Level II: $22.30 - $27.62/hr

Senior Level: $24.47 - $30.30/hr

This is an AFSCME union position and is eligible for pay increases at the 2-, 4-, and 6-year marks, depending on experience. AFSCME positions are offering attractive incentives for those seeking secure and rewarding employment opportunities: a 5% salary boost for fiscal year 2025, followed by an additional guaranteed 4% increase in fiscal year 2026. Join our team today

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

13 paid holidays per year

Paid vacation and personal leave

Six weeks of paid parental leave

Retirement contributions toward a pension plan or 401(k)

A robust EAP that provides emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, and financial resources, including up to 15 counseling sessions for you and your household family members at no cost

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and shopping.

Key Responsibilities:

Receives, sorts, and secures all property delivered to the Salt Lake City Police Department (SLCPD) Evidence room. Responsible for verifying evidence reports against property and tracking systems entries.

Accountable for security and integrity of the evidence room. Follows strict departmental procedures on evidence storage and disposition. Preserves the critical chain of evidence. Testifies in court when subpoenaed.

Determines appropriate and lawful disposition of property. Releases property to Police Officers, lawful property owners, legal court system, or other law enforcement agencies. Releases property for sale at public auction. Compiles and maintains accurate records of all property transfers, releases, and decisions made.

Performs a complex mix of clerical duties utilizing knowledge of departmental systems, operational procedures, and specialized equipment. Manages record of all transactions entered into evidence. Compiles data for statistical computation. Accuracy is critical in assisting with proper prosecution of persons arrested by SLCPD.

Conducts periodic audits of property inventory. Corresponds with SLCPD, general public and other agencies regarding disposition of property, as outlined by departmental procedures.

Operates a variety of computerized tracking systems to compile, track, maintain, and retrieve data that pertains to seized evidence. Catalogs, files, and records such data according to Federal, State, City ordinances, and Department policies and procedures.

Explains evidentiary procedures to Police Officers, the general public, and other agencies.

Prepares deposit reports of evidentiary money in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Purchases and distributes evidence packaging supplies for departmental staff.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent AND four years work experience in a clerical or support staff position involving filing, record keeping, and data entry and retrieval on a computerized tracking system. Experience working for the Salt Lake City Police Department is preferred.

Ability to satisfactorily complete on-the-job training in evidentiary procedures within 6 months.

Ability to operate computers, computer programs, standard office equipment and other specified technical equipment as assigned.

Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with Department management, supervisors, professional peers, other employees, and the general public.

Must have valid driver’s license or driving privilege card, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Ability to obtain a forklift driver’s certification.

Level II:

Successfully performs the duties of an Evidence Tech I with the Salt Lake City Police Department for a minimum of three years.

Certification as a Property and Evidence Specialist through the International Association for Property and Evidence (IAPE).

Ability to operate modern computers, computer programs, standard office equipment and other specified technical equipment as assigned.

Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with Department management, supervisors, professional peers, other employees, and the general public.

Ability to train Police Officers, department employees and members of other agencies on Salt Lake City Police Department Evidence Policies and procedures.

Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

Ability to obtain a forklift driver’s certification.

Senior Level:

Full time experience as an Evidence Technician II with the Salt Lake City Police Department or other law enforcement agency, for a minimum of three (3) years.

Certification as a Property and Evidence Specialist through the International Association for Property and Evidence (IAPE).

Ability to operate modern computers, computer programs, standard office equipment and other specified technical equipment as assigned.

Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with Department management, supervisors, professional peers, other employees, and the general public.

Ability to train Police Officers, department employees and members of other agencies on Salt Lake City Police Department Evidence Policies and procedures.

Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

Ability to obtain a forklift driver’s certification.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to disagreeable elements such as noxious fumes, human excrement, drugs, dirt, and dust. May be required to handle bio-hazardous materials such as HIV infected blood samples, clothing, and syringes.

Involves frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of moderately heavy weights.

Exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City and department policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. 

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Position Salary Range

Level I:

Entry - $19.35

2 year - $20.52

4 year - $21.65

6 year - $23.98

Level II:

Entry - $22.30

2 year - $23.61

4 year - $24.93

6 year - $27.62

Senior Level:

Entry - $24.47

2 year - $25.91

4 year - $27.34

6 year - $30.30

Department

Police

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

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