Performs a variety of duties related to the receipt, storage, handling, documentation, and disposition of evidence and property for the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office.

Salary upon hire is step 1 through 3 ($29.62/hr. - $31.73/hr.) dependent on qualifications.
Progressive increases are based on years of service with Skagit County, up to 8 total steps (top step $37.68/hr.). The Evidence Technician is Range 11 of the Sheriff Support Guild salary schedule.

Essential Functions

Assists law enforcement officers with the seizure, handling, documentation, and intake of property and evidence obtained during warranted searches; responds to property inquiries, complaints, and requests from citizens, officers, prosecutors, public defenders, and attorneys.
Receives and categorizes property and evidence; prepares cross-reference files and tracking forms for each item; enters and maintains property records in computerized evidence management systems; responds to property inquiries.
Determines appropriate methods for packaging and processing evidence; marks, wraps, labels, and packages evidence; transports evidence to and from local, state, and federal crime laboratories; weighs and prepares packages and envelopes for shipment.
Identifies property eligible for destruction; reviews case dispositions to determine appropriate disposal procedures; obtains required authorizations; photographs evidence prior to disposal; coordinates the disposal of specialty items, including controlled substances, firearms, and fireworks.
Coordinates the sale of property; prepares items for auction; maintains accurate inventory and sales records; arranges auction pickup.
Prepares firearms for destruction and disposal in accordance with applicable laws and department policies.
Issues departmental supplies as required.
Testifies in criminal and civil court proceedings regarding the chain of custody and handling of evidence.
Coordinates vehicle transport from the county shop to the impound lot; arranges for the release of vehicles to owners, towing companies, or auction.
Enters and maintains department records manually and electronically; establishes, maintains, and retrieves files and records.
Operates standard office equipment, including computers, copy machines, and telephones; operates specialized equipment such as radios, cameras, video equipment, microscopes, and alarm systems.
Redacts body-worn camera footage in response to public disclosure requests in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Subject to on-call and after-hours callouts as required.
Performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISORY:
Employees receive general supervision from a supervisor or an administrator as assigned. Assignments are made indicating generally what is to be done. The employee carries out recurring assignments on his/her own initiative and receives additional specific instructions for new or unusual assignments.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs related duties as assigned. Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s classification of work.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.
All applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be bondable.
Must be eligible to become ACCESS Level II certified.
One (1) year experience dealing with the care and preservation of evidence for a law enforcement agency; OR, 3 years’ experience in a Public Law Enforcement Agency; OR, experience acquired as an employee of Skagit County Sheriff’s Office with working knowledge of the Spillman public safety system.
To be eligible for hire, applicants must pass a civil service examination. A complete background investigation, including fingerprinting and complete criminal record check, and a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation may be required. Medical supervised testing for drug use required.

This position has been determined, under WAS 365-50-560, to be of such a sensitive nature that fingerprints of employees will be required and will be used to conduct a criminal background check.

REQUIRES KNOWLEDGE OF:

Laws and regulations pertaining to evidence and property.
Standard office practices and procedures.

REQUIRES THE ABILITY TO:

Speak, read, and write the English language.
Follow oral and written instruction.
Understand and interpret procedures and regulations.
Operate standard office equipment.
Communicate effectively with people regardless of age, sex, including persons with social or behavioral problems.
Maintain accurate and orderly records.
Perform strenuous physical tasks, such as dismantling equipment and lifting heavy items.
Work independently.
Function effectively in stressful or pressure situations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, other employees, and the public.
Read, interpret, and categorize data rapidly and accurately.
Become certified in marijuana and controlled substance analysis.

LICENSES and/or CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid State of Washington Driver's License

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Dismantling of equipment and lifting of property and evidence items typically weighing twenty-five (25) or more pounds.
Work is performed in usual office environment and field trip throughout the County. Shift, weekend work, holidays and overtime may be required.

HAZARDS:
Normal hazards in an office environment. Exposure to people who may be angry, defensive, or volatile.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS:

Following review of applications and resumes, the highest qualified applicants will be interviewed and may be tested. After a selection is made, all applicants not selected will be notified in writing. Skagit County reserves the right to use applications received for this posting to fill any other positions within this classification which may open within six months following the closing of this position.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Skagit County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

It is the policy of Skagit County to follow all federal and state laws to ensure non-discrimination in its employment practices.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: Individuals, who need an ADA accommodation to complete the application, test or interview process, please call: (360) 336-9433.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.

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