Property and Evidence Technician - Police Department

The purpose of this job is to receive, catalog, store, and ensure appropriate transactions of legal evidence and property. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job.

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description Receives and prepares evidence and property seized by officers for storage and/or transport to lab for analysis. Secures and maintains long-term storage of evidence according to regulations, requirements, and standard operating procedures within the evidence room. Researches cases for court judgement or disposal authorization from proper authority. Releases and disposes of evidence/property following established federal, state, and local laws and department rules, regulations, polices, and procedures. Prepares and transports items of evidence requiring certified laboratory analysis to and from Missouri State Highway Patrol Crime Lab. Serves as liaison between courts and officers. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Human Collaboration and Job Impact

• This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies.

Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations. Fiscal Responsibility Position has no fiscal responsibility. Education and Experience

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent.

College coursework in criminal justice or similar field preferred. 1 to 3 years' experience. Licenses or Certifications Valid driver's license. International Association of Property and Evidence (IAPE) Certification within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

Records management. Relevant laws and regulations pertaining to crime lab standards, disposal of evidence, and statute of limitations of crimes. Evidence handling procedures and court procedures relating to custody of evidence. Common business software applications such as Microsoft Office.

Skill in:

Organizing and maintaining attention to detail. Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience. Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data. Maintaining complex records.

Ability to:

Learn Police Department records system. Process and handle confidential information with discretion. Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Compile, organize, interpret, and communicate data and results concisely. Provide high levels of effective customer service. Render credible testimony. Work independently with minimal supervision. Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. Multitask and prioritize workload. Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment. Focus on tasks. Work Environment

• Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment:

Office or similar indoor environment

• Frequently or Often Outdoor environment
• Sometimes Vehicle
• Sometimes Warehouse environment

• Frequently or Often Exposures:

  Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Sometimes Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Sometimes Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Sometimes Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Sometimes Communicable diseases
• Sometimes Fumes or airborne particles
• Sometimes Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Frequently or Often The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work. Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Incumbents required to feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend at the knee and waist, climb/balance, and move up and down from/to sitting position on the floor. Hours/Days Typically M-F, 8a-5p Starting Salary $18.87/hour Pay Grade 105 Number of Positions Available 1 Deadline to Apply 06/01/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants This position is housed within the Property & Evidence Unit of the Support Services Bureau. Applicants must pass an extensive law enforcement criminal background check. Notice to Applicants Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.7235

TTY:

711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program