Evidence Control Manager

Full-time, in-office position located in Salt Lake County.

About the Role

The Department of Public Safety, State Bureau of Investigation is seeking an Evidence Control Manager to oversee all aspects of the department's evidence program. This leadership role involves supervising the entire evidence system and all evidence technicians, requiring strong leadership, administrative, organizational, and physical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate proper handling of evidence and property by all employees.
• Conduct inspections and routine auditing for all evidence rooms.
• Ensure proper disposition and disposal of all evidence and property for the Department.
• Act as a liaison with the State Crime Lab.
• Evaluate evidence facilities to meet required standards for security and functionality.
• Ensure evidence technicians have proper training and equipment.
• Conduct annual department-wide training for all Evidence Technicians.
• Provide training to Department personnel regarding the appropriate logging, packaging, documenting, and storage of property and evidence.
• Serve as a department representative to state and local associations involved with the management of property and evidence.
• Stay consistently aware of local, state, and federal law involving property and evidence handling; recommend and facilitate appropriate changes.
• Maintain clean and orderly property storage facilities.

Requirements

• Must pass a thorough Level II background investigation.
• Moderate risk involved in handling specific types of evidence, including some moderately heavy lifting (less than 50 lbs).
• Risks found in a typical office setting (e.g., safe use of office equipment, fire regulations).

Qualifications

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrates professional customer service skills.
• Is self-motivated.
• Possesses strong communication skills.
• Has computer skills with Word, Excel, Google, etc.
• Has the ability to work with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Exhibits sound decision-making skills.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the chain of custody and demonstrates a meticulous standard for accuracy.
• Operates with complete honesty and transparency.
• Shows a proactive approach to adaptability and collaboration.

Preferences

Preference may be given to applicants who have:

• Work experience in a supervisory role.
• Work experience with evidence intake, evidence processing, and proper disposal of property.
• Current employment with the Department of Public Safety.
• Knowledge and experience operating evidence software and/or Spillman Flex.
• Institutional knowledge regarding state and federal statutory and administrative regulations governing the collection and storage of evidence.

Pay

$36.00 - $46.00 hourly.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/Life Balance: In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

About the Agency

The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 13 divisions and bureaus, including the Utah Highway Patrol, Division of Emergency Management (DEM), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Driver License Division (DLD), Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC), State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), State Fire Marshal, Highway Safety Office, Communications, State Crime Lab, Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI), and Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). The DPS dive team, aero bureau, CERT team, and Public Protection Unit (PPU) also fall under the Department of Public Safety. DPS employs over 1,500 state employees stationed across Utah.