Evidence Specialist

Duties

• Maintain of the evidence system to maximize security and efficiency.
• Coordinate activity between contributors and the Laboratory with regards to the handling of evidence.
• Administrative support functions to assist the Regional Laboratory Manager, Crime Scene Investigations Supervisor, Crime Scene Investigator, and District or Laboratory Division Staff.
• Accept evidence submitted to the Laboratory for examination and/or storage.
• Provide safe and secure storage of all evidence.
• Control access to the Laboratory evidence storage areas.
• Act as an interface between the Laboratory and its contributors.
• Transport evidence within the Laboratory system.
• Evaluate all paperwork for submission of evidence.
• Maintain a complete and accurate record of each transaction affecting the evidence.
• Ensure evidence has been sealed and/or marked for identification.
• Identify the appropriate discipline to perform examinations.
• Arrange for the analysts and the contributor to interact, when necessary.
• Place submitted evidence in the storage location until it is examined.
• Distribute the Request for Laboratory Examination Form to appropriate Laboratory personnel.
• Return or release physical evidence to the contributor or owner, as appropriate.
• Receive seized or recovered property and issue property receipts.
• Maintain the Officer's Property Log.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in evidence storage areas.
• Assist Crime Scene Investigations Quality Assurance Unit with evidence audits.
• Coordinate the release, destruction, and subsequent paperwork of same.
• Expedite the destruction or disposal of property by state sale in accordance with Department procedures.
• Photograph evidence in pre-trial and post-release release or destruction of cases as directed.
• Continuously check on completed cases in order to expedite return to the contributor.
• Prepare monthly requisitions for Laboratory supplies used in evidence handling and photo processing as directed.
• Enter information into the Laboratory Information Management System as required.
• Download and retrieve digital images from a central database as required.
• Upload criminal and accident digital photo images as requested.

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

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate or possess the equivalent GED.
• Must have the ability to work with computerized spreadsheets, databases and specialized software.
• The ability to work under pressure and successfully function in a stressful environment.
• Must be able to function independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to apply and interpret guidelines, rules, regulations and established Laboratory practices.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.
• Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history.
• All applicants are required to submit copies of high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates and a military DD214 or NGB22 (if applicable).

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