The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.
HIRING RANGE
$32.36 - $35.96/hour
JOB SUMMARY A
Property Evidence Technician for the Lakewood Police Department is a safety sensitive position, exercising a high degree of accuracy, discretion, trust and confidence. The primary functions of this position are to receive, record, secure and store property and evidence as well as record and document the chain of custody of all property and evidence. Additional responsibilities include assisting Agents and Detectives with investigative requests and answering internal and external customer inquiries over the telephone, front counter and property release window. Transports evidence to/from laboratories and court, prepares and conducts evidence views with investigators and attorneys, maintains inventory of property and evidence, and performs relocation and release and destruction of property and evidence in accordance with law, policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential duties of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. Responsible for intake, booking, safe storage, handling, and disposition of property and evidence. Items can potentially be large, bulky, oversized and/or heavy. Follows department and judicial district procedures and guidelines, as well as all applicable laws in the maintenance and disposition of property and evidence. Responsible for owner notification of personal property available for release. Data entry of pertinent information and notes as it relates to property and evidence. Orders property and evidence supplies as needed. Coordinates and completes destruction of illicit drugs and controlled substances. Conducts an annual inventory of property and evidence. Responsible for review and update of evidence disposition notices. Testifies in court cases as directed by subpoenas. Transports evidence to/from various laboratories for analysis (includes transportation of biohazards and potentially hazardous chemicals). Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Possess and implement logical decision-making skills Adapt to changing work conditions Be detail oriented in all assigned duties and tasks Be confident in applying problem-solving skills using deductive reasoning Ability to work effectively and exercise discretion in stressful or emergency situations. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, organizational and communication skills Work well independently as well as in a team environment Work any and all shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays as work demands Maintain positive, professional and respectful working relationships with a diverse population among various levels of management under a variety of situations Competency in Microsoft suite of software applications is desirable Bilingual Spanish-speaking preferred Must be punctual, reliable and dependable
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Supervision Received:
Receives direct supervision from the
Property Services Supervisor Supervision Given:
None
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Education High school diploma or equivalent Experience Twelve or more months of general office experience with emphasis on customer service, data entry, and task or activity planning and coordination. Certification/Licenses/Specialist Training Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record Ability to become
NCIC/CCIC
certified within six-months of hire Ability to become a notary public if requested by supervision Ability to become a Certified Forklift Operator within six-months of hire Ability to operate a vehicle Ability to successfully pass the following: Attention to Detail Computer test Polygraph examination Psychological examination Oral board and/or telephone interview Background investigation Driving history evaluation Criminal history evaluation Reference checks Urinalysis drug test Pre-placement physical examination
THIS IS A NONSWORN CIVILIAN POSITION. THIS IS NOT A CSI POSITION. THIS POSITION DOES NOT PROVIDE ANY POST-CERTIFICATION TRAINING.
Must successfully complete and maintain required state or departmental physical standards and certifications.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Heavy Work:
Exerting over 50 lbs up to 100 lbs occasionally, and up to 50 lbs frequent, and 10-20 lbs constantly to move objects
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Bend or position self to move items from higher place to lower place or vice versa Lift, carry, push, pull, move, or position from all levels up to 50 lbs. Lift, carry, push, pull, move, or position from all levels over 51 lbs. with assistance Sit, stand or be stationary Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, turn or twist all of which may include awkward positions on both even and uneven terrain Talk, hear, converse, communicate, or exchange information Use of hands and/or fingers in a repetitive motion to handle, pinch, reach, grasp, move, feel, and inspect, etc. Vision to include distance, depth perception, peripheral and color Walk, ascend or descend on both even and uneven terrain Environmental Conditions may include Confined spaces Extreme cold or heat Frequent vibrations due to equipment use Fumes or airborne particles Moderate to extremely loud noise environment Outdoor weather conditions Toxic or caustic chemicals Wet or humid conditions Work in high, precarious places
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Comprehension Must be able to comprehend and apply policies, procedures, federal, state, and local laws and City ordinances and interpret and apply those regulatory requirements to a multitude of work activities. Must be able to follow supervisor's oral and written instructions and complete assignments in a satisfactory and timely manner. Language Ability Must be able to speak and write the English language clearly and concisely to communicate with callers/visitors, police personnel and co-workers and to provide testimony in court. Reasoning Ability to apply good judgment and decision-making on a daily basis and respond effectively to changing conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position combines daily duties at approximately 50% in the office and 50% at an off-site warehouse. Work assignments involve daily responsibility for firearms, money, and controlled substances. Physically demanding tasks are present handling and transportation of property and evidence on a daily basis. Occasional contact with potentially combative, verbally abusive, hostile and uncooperative customers. Experiences time related burdens due to deadlines and heavy workload. Work involves exposure to hazardous chemicals, distasteful and unpleasant odors, and biohazards.
EQUIPMENT USED
Telephone, Smartphone, Computer, Copier/Printers/Scanners, Money Counters, , Stair Ladders, , Bar Code Reader/Scanners, Digital Camera, Police Radio, Automatic Transmission Vehicles (including extended cargo van), NCIC/CCIC Terminal, Calculator, Scales, Electric Forklift, Carts and Dollies The City of Lakewood is a drug-free workplace that provides employment opportunities in compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws. All Lakewood employees are expected to work and complete all tasks in a safe manner consistent with training, standard operating procedures, City or Department policies, and common sense. Working in a safe manner includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all City and/or Department safety rules. Horseplay on-the-job is strictly forbidden. The failure to work in a safe manner, use PPE, follow standard operating procedure, or comply with a safety rule will result adverse employment consequences ranging from verbal discipline to termination from employment, including any applicable reduction in benefits under the Colorado Workers' Compensation Act. Employees are also expected to encourage safe work practices by all co-employees, and to report any unsafe work practices immediately to a supervisor. The City of Lakewood celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of our workforce. Accordingly, the city is committed to creating, nurturing and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our community and employees. Pay Range $27.66-$35.96 Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions. Lakewood is full of possibilities for businesses, residents and visitors with innovative approaches, community collaboration, a strong financial foundation and healthy local economy. The city serves as a gateway to outdoor adventures while also providing a 10-minute commute to the heart of the metropolitan area. Much of Lakewood's charm derives from neighborhoods as varied as horse properties, live/work units for artists, urban-style lofts and traditional homes. Lakewood has dedicated one-quarter of the land in the city to parks and open space, providing for a healthy, active lifestyle. The city also provides a comprehensive array of services, and we are home to global and national companies while also having a robust array of small businesses. We're an All-America City connected to the metro area with the latest technology and multiple transportation options. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Access Lakewood Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! The City of Lakewood offers a robust benefits package. The following applies only to regular full-time and part-time positions. Medical Cigna HDHP with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Kaiser Permanente DHMO with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Delta Dental PPO plus Premier Plan Vision Vision Service Plan (VSP) Life Insurance Employees are covered for 1.5 times their annual base salary in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, up to a maximum of $500,000 (the minimum benefit is $50,000). The city pays the cost of this coverage. Pension Our pension fund is a social security replacement, money purchase plan. Mandatory employee contribution is 11% of gross base salary; city contribution is 13% of gross base salary. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees earn 6 hours per month. Vacation Full-time employees with less than five years of service earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees with less than five years of service earn 6 hours per month.
City Holidays Holidays:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The Following are Additional Benefits the
City Offers:
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Deferred Compensation Voluntary Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability (LTD) Injury Leave Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Military Leave Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Credit Union Recreation Facilities Employees are eligible for free general admission into the city's recreation centers, swimming pools and Bear Creek Lake Park. Wellness Programs Value-Added Benefits
