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, tracking and disposing of property and 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 two (2) or more years of experience in a clerical, customer service, or support staff position involving filing, record keeping, warehousing, 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 opportunities for growth! Applicants hired at level I or II are eligible to be promoted to the next level after receiving the required certification and experience. About the Team: The 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. Application review will begin 1/30/2025. This announcement may close at any time without notice. Early application submittal is strongly encouraged. Position Salary Range: Level I: $20.32 - $25.18/hr* Level II: $23.42 - $29.00/hr* Senior Level: $25.69 - $31.82/hr* *Listed wages may change subject to pending contract updates. Listed wages are estimates only* 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 offer attractive incentives for those seeking secure and rewarding employment opportunities, such as a 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: + Responsible for receiving, sorting, transporting, and securing all seized evidence and property submitted to the Salt Lake City Police Department evidence intake rooms. + Accountable for the security and integrity of the evidence warehouse and all items maintained within. + Verifies property reports against NCIC database for lost and stolen items. + Responsible for the tracking of all evidence items released or transferred for review, forensic testing, and court proceedings, following strict departmental procedures regarding evidence storage and disposition, while ensuring the chain of custody is maintained and accurately documented. + Determines appropriate and lawful disposition of property through disposal, destruction, donation, auction or releasing to the owner. + Performs a complex mix of clerical duties utilizing knowledge of department systems, operational procedures and specialized equipment. + Conducts periodic audits of property inventory. + Instructs department personnel on evidentiary policies and procedures. + Maintains a stock of packaging supplies for department staff. + Operates a forklift and stock picker to retrieve and relocate property as necessary. + Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Level I: + High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent AND two (2) years’ work experience in a clerical, customer service, or support staff position involving tasks such as filing, record keeping, warehousing, and data entry and retrieval on a computerized tracking system or related education can be substituted on a year-for-year basis. + Experience working for the Salt Lake City Police Department or other law enforcement agency 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 a 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. + Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen. Level II: + Full-time experience as an Evidence Technician I 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. 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, dust, and insects. May be required to handle bio-hazardous materials such as HIV infected blood samples, clothing, and syringes. + 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 Type Full-time Position Salary Range *listed wages may change subject to pending contract updates. Listed wages are estimates only* Level I: Entry - $20.32 2 year - $21.55 4 year - $22.73 6 year - $25.18 Level II: Entry - $23.42 2 year - $24.79 4 year - $26.18 6 year - $29.00 Senior Level: Entry - $25.69 2 year - $27.21 4 year - $28.71 6 year - $31.82 Department Police Full Time/Part Time: Full time Scheduled Hours: 40 Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov . BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including: + Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city) + HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required) + Dental, Vision and Life Insurance + City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k) + A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) + Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually + Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services + Wellness clinic for employees and their families Paid Time Off + 12 vacation days to start + 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday + Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually + 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents + Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction VETERAN EMPLOYER: Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner. ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future. We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all. The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. 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