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Winnebago County Sheriff's Department

Evidence Officer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $17.58/hr

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Rockford, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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What they do

A Crime Scene or Forensic Science Technician collects and analyzes physical evidence from crime scenes. Carefully documents a crime scene and catalogues evidence collected. Conducts laboratory analysis of evidence gathered, uses computer databases to identify evidence, and uses findings to reconstruct crime scenes.

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Job Description

Evidence Officer Winnebago County Sheriff's Department

6 Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $17.58 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications High school diploma or GED Typing Full Job Description We cannot accept applications only through Indeed! All official applications must be submitted through Winnebago County's Human Resources Website. In order to officially apply, please click the link below. Click the drop down menu to sort and choose "posting start date" and apply to the job named "Evidence Office." https://my.wincoil.gov/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

JOB TITLE

EVIDENCE

OFFICER SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under supervision of an uniformed officer is responsible for securing the storage and retrieval of evidence collected by members of the uniformed patrol.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

1. Enters items of evidence into logbook; rechecks stored evidence against log sheet daily. 2. Release evidence to court and to owners, types all release forms. 3. Keeps inventory lists on abandoned vehicles, recovered bicycles, and other evidence too large to store in evidence room. 4. Holds annual auction for recovered, unclaimed property; sell bicycles after six months. 5. Sends blood, urine, and drug evidence to State lab; receives and file completed lab tests. 6. Witnesses destruction of drug evidence. 7. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Graduation from high school.

Experience:

None.

Abilities:

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to type forms.
Some knowledge of basic office procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Pay:

$17.58 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person