Property & Evidence Technician

JOB The Bend Police Department is excited to announce a unique opportunity to become an integral part of the Bend Police Department's Property & Evidence team.
We encourage current city employees and those who have not yet worked for the city to apply for this position.
As we strive to enhance the safety and well-being of our community, we are seeking one passionate individual to take on the role of Property & Evidence Technician.
The Bend Police Department is currently recruiting for one (1) regular, full-time Property and Evidence Technician.
This position is represented by the Bend Police Association and is FLSA non-exempt (overtime eligible).
As a Property & Evidence Technician you will get a chance to engage in fascinating assignments, tackle specialized duties, and contribute to the safekeeping of property and evidence.
In this role, you'll navigate the multifaceted aspects of the job but also exercise independent judgment within accepted practices, while making a real impact safeguarding sensitive items.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application that includes all of the following items: The online application via NeoGov (access also available on City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Openings)Attached formal Cover Letter (required)Attached formal Resume (required)Attached valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing (if applicable) Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference.
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Applications received by Tuesday, December 26, 2023 (12/26/2023) at 12:00 pm (noon) PST will receive preference for initial review, but position shall be Open Until Filled.
Position OverviewThis position is primarily tasked with completing and assisting with high-level assignments within the scope of the program including a variety of complex, specialized duties in support of Bend Police Department operations.
Under general supervision, this position performs a wide range of duties to coordinate safekeeping of property and evidence and ensure department goals and objectives are met.
Responsible for the property and evidence activities of the department.
Distinguishing CharacteristicsDistinguished from the Evidence Program Specialist Lead: The Lead performs advanced journey-level functions with responsibility for coordinating and scheduling specialist work, performing more complex duties, project coordination and ongoing lead worker responsibilities.
Complexity of WorkComplexity: Work is varied within the subject matter area and multifaceted, but there are standardized limited situations requiring judgment.
Some problems are not covered by policy or guidelines.
Expertise is developed for certain tasks specific to the work area or team.
Decision Making Authority: Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices.
Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Refers decisions involving exceptions to accepted practices to supervisor.
Degree of Independence: Sets priorities and organizes work within general guidelines; follows standard practices and makes some deviations from standard practices with minimal supervision; outcomes are monitored.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Essential Functions Include: The information provided below encompasses the essential functions and capabilities linked with this position.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities.
Provides assistance, resolves difficult interpretations, problems and customer service issues referred by specialists, trainees, officers, or other agencies.
Assist internal and external customers not limited to the Detective Unit, Command, and the District Attorney's Office on a case-by-case basis to resolve complex situationsAnalyzes and reviews federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to ensure compliance; conducts analysis on best practices and trends and formulates recommendations.
Reviews and monitors the Records Management System to ensure accuracy and completeness in property entries; corrects deficiencies.
Facilitates special administrative projects as assigned by the Records and Evidence Manager.
Recommends, drafts and implements General Orders, procedures, and performance standards to assure efficient and effective operation of assigned activities in compliance with department guidelines.
Oversees maintenance of equipment and recommends modifications to existing computer programs.
Identifies and resolves technical and operational problems with computer systems and regional databases.
Receives, tags, and releases personal property and items of evidence in criminal cases.
Disposes of items according to written policy and procedure, laws, and court orders.
Responsible for all aspects of securing and processing property and evidence in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Handles confidential and sensitive information on a regular basis.
Performs a variety of property-related administrative duties related to the collection and preservation of property and evidence.
Research and respond to property and evidence questions.
Conducts regular property room audits and inventory and coordinates the auctioning of unclaimed property.
Transport property and evidence to various local, state and federal agencies.
Maintains the chain of custody and provides security for evidence; signs items in/out and with proper authorizations; arranges for viewing and/or identification of property and evidence; verifies ownership and returns items to owners; notifies other agencies regarding recovered property.
Assists at crime scenes with logistical services and support including the transportation of equipment, supplies, and collected physical evidence; briefing and guidance related to evidence collection and packaging; and data entry of evidence item descriptions.
Completes and maintains a variety of documents, records, databases and reports required in the retrieval, storage and tracking of police evidence and property.
Review police reports and other sensitive documents.
Documents crime lab letters and detection numbers.
Confirms Right of Discovery for attorneys in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Provides information to department staff regarding evidence and personal property within scope of authority.
Prepares property and evidence for disposition, including preparing and distributing officer disposition requests and contacting courts and district attorneys for case dispositions.
Researches cases to identify and notify property owners in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Provides testimony in a courtroom setting as to the preservation of the chain of evidence.
Produces an acceptable quantity and quality of work that is completed within established timelines.
Supports and respects diversity in the workplace.
Performs reception and office support duties, such as answering phones, taking, and transmitting messages greeting and directing members of the public, maintaining clean and presentable office, scanning, collating, binding documents, faxing documents, making photocopies, sending and receiving of mail and packages and maintain paper and electronic filing.
Maintains regular contact with others outside own workgroup, such as visitors, vendors and/or other employees.
Primary purpose of contact is to explain, clarify, or interpret detailed and somewhat complex or sensitive information; contacts are non-routine and require discretion and thoughtful communication efforts.
Assists internal and external customers by answering questions and providing information regarding programs, services, policies, and procedures.
Performs various clerical duties utilizing modern office equipment including Processing, receiving, sorting, and distributing a variety of correspondence, deliveries, and mail.
Efficiently and accurately enters a variety of information into databases and/or computerized systems.
If needed will represent The City to the public, in legal or administrative proceedings, to other organizations or entities and in other situations as required.
May provide comment and testimony.
Advances and protects the interests of The City and its community members in all matters.
Complies with safety requirements of the position and actively promotes safe work practices.
In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.
Other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility This position is a non-management position and does not encompasses supervisory responsibility.