Evidence Clerk

Duties

• Maintain Evidence Integrity: Receive, store, and manage evidence while maintaining the chain of custody to ensure accuracy and prevent contamination.
• Documentation & Records: Prepare, review, and organize administrative records related to evidence, including case numbers and property verification.
• Court Preparation: Prepare evidence for court proceedings, testify in court as needed, and manage the proper transmission and transportation of evidence.
• Evidence Distribution: Coordinate the transfer of evidence to and from crime labs, criminal justice agencies, and the courts.
• Manage Property Room: Sort and secure property delivered to evidence lockers, ensure proper lawful disposition, and release property as appropriate.
• Support Investigations: Assist investigators with various tasks, including drafting emails, processing complaints, and handling intra-office communications.
• Digital Evidence Management: Monitor digital evidence systems, ensuring accurate uploads and retention schedules for body cam footage and other digital materials.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an office setting, preferably with exposure to the criminal justice field.
• Familiarity with law enforcement methods, search and seizure, and evidence handling.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and make independent decisions in situations with limited precedent.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Department of Criminal Justice Services certification preferred or ability to obtain.

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