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WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to the public and King County employees.
This assignment is benefiteligible and is expected to last through December 2025.
SUMMARY:
King County Sheriffs Office has an outstanding opportunity for the position of TermLimited Temporary/Special Duty Evidence Specialist assignment. This classification supports the Property Management Unit by processing evidence/property and providing a high level of customer service to the public and internal staff.
WORK LOCATION:Property Management Unit 4623 7th Ave. S Seattle WA 98104
WORK SCHEDULE: Typical work schedule is 40 hours per week on either a 5/8 or 4/10 schedule. The specific hours and schedule will be discussed with the supervisor. The work is to be performed inperson at the worksite. This position is overtime eligible with prior supervisor approval.
The Evidence Specialist position is responsible for handling Public Safety evidence property transactions and dispositions. Job duties include the proper disposal and storage of evidence and personal property while adhering to all legal requirements.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Enter modify track and/or retrieve information and data using spreadsheets and/or customized database applications;
Coordinate transactions; receive release and transport evidence and property to department facilities personnel courts laboratories owners and outside agencies in accordance with established policies and legal requirements;
Prepare comprehensive records and reports on the collection preservation location and disposition of evidence as required by law;
Secure and control valuable property firearms and other weapons ammunition and narcotics for evidence/property;
Handle and process bihazardous and hazardous materials and other potential allergens using personal protective equipment (PPE);
Process and/or destroy evidence and documents in accordance with established polices and procedures;
Lift and move heave and bulky items use ladders and hydraulic lifting equipment to stock and retrieve items from shelves and perform warehousing duties on a regular basis;
Operate light and heavy equipment such as trucks forklifts and dollies to transport items and supplies as needed;
Provide training to various individuals and law enforcement personnel on proper handling and packaging of evidence/property and on biohazard requirements
Testifying in court on the integrity and chain of custody of evidence presented in criminal proceedings
Assist with inventory ordering processing and distributing department supplies
Other duties as assigned
Qualified candidates will possess 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant store clerk or warehouse inventory/supply clerk. A combination of experience and/or education may be considered.
Knowledge of warehouse practices;
Knowledge of office methods and procedures including Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook office equipment filing systems sorting and routing mail shipping and receiving packages;
Sufficient writing skills to transcribe compose edit and maintain various documents reports and correspondences with ability to pay close attention to detail;
Skill in working under established deadlines and time frames;
Ability to work independently or in a team setting;
Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters and policies;
Willing to work around and handle potential allergens narcotics bodily fluids biohazardous and hazardous materials with proper training and PPE;
Ability to lift and move heavy object weighing up to 50 lbs routinely;
Willing and able to work mechanical lifting devices;
Willing to learn and operate forklifts and other requirements including various transportation vehicles;
Knowledge of safe practices for handling weapons and valuables;
Knowledge of alphanumeric filing systems;
Skill in dealing effectively with the public;
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass thorough background investigation including a polygraph
You may need to have a vehicle to be able to drive between work locations.
For KCSO employees: if applying as a special duty assignment KCSO employees must have approval from their chain of command
TO APPLY: Please carefully review the list of required materials before submitting your application.
Review the list of KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers and verify your qualification for employment with King County Sheriffs Office.
King County Application (applying online satisfies this)
Complete answers to all the supplemental questions.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Jessica Lussier Human Resources Analyst Senior
UNION MEMBERSHIP:This position is represented by PSEU: Public Safety Employees Union.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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