Property & Evidence Technician

Scope of Work

Performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in the support of the Police Department.

Essential Job Duties

• Takes control of property, identifies, logs and stores securely and is accountable for all property transferred to the Property Section.
• Operates department computer equipment to review records, inquire about activities and programs, and input various data.
• Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies and matters relating to Property/Evidence.
• Interacts and works with citizens regarding Property/Evidence and responds to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Cooperates with prosecuting attorneys and courts.
• Works under stress and uses good judgment.
• Works irregular hours including weekends, holidays, and extended hours in an emergency or other influenced by workload, staffing, or equipment related repair problems.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of Administrative Directives, policies and procedures of both the City of Midland and the Police Department.
• Knowledge of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both oral and written.
• Skill to plan, organize and manage time effectively.
• Operates a city vehicle (auto, pickup, or van), computer, typewriter, adding machine, telephone, stepladder, and truck dolly.
• Aids other employees in conducting assigned duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Testifies in court with regards to Property/Evidence.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Performs a variety of physically demanding maneuvers and activities which involves walking, stooping, bending, climbing, lifting, carrying, and safely operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Work under extremes in temperature and all types of weather conditions.

Conditions of Continued Employment

• Maintain necessary physical condition to carry out all essential functions of assignment.
• Maintain Texas Class "C" driver's license.
• Meet job performance expectations and substantially meet all standards of performance.