Evidence Specialist Evidence Department

No legal or evidence experience No problem! We offer on the job training!

If youre driven by purpose energized by responsibility and ready to play a critical role in the justice process you may be the perfect fit for our team as an Evidence Specialist in our Evidence Department.

In this pivotal role you will take custody of exhibits submitted during court proceedingsserving as the guardian of their integrity from intake to final disposition. Youll maintain responsibility and control over evidence ensuring every item is documented accurately stored securely tracked meticulously and handled in full compliance with Florida Statutes Best Practices and the Rules of General Practice and Judicial Administration.

To support your success we provide comprehensive on-the-job training giving you the knowledge tools and confidence to master this specialized field. Youll learn directly from experienced Evidence professionals and gain hands-on experience with the systems and procedures that keep our courts running smoothly.

As part of our team youll also have the opportunity to participate in the Certified Evidence Specialist program gaining advanced expertise and the chance to earn professional certification in this highly specialized field.

Why join our Clerk family Because our Clerk family is our top priority! Total Compensation packages include:

• Generous paid time off and 17 paid holidays yes you read that right!
• Superior health care plans with lower costs to you
• Retirement choices through the Florida Retirement System and deferred compensation plan
• Award-Winning Wellness Program that gives employees incentives tools social support and strategies to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

At the Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptrollers Office you can:

• Work with a purpose
• Give back to the community
• Be part of a family
• Build your skills
• Pursue career advancement opportunities
• Reach your professional and personal goals

• Assists Court Services Coordinator and management team with quality control overall departmental efficiency training and procedural development as needed
• Ensures compliance with evidence procedures and guidelines; ensures proper chain of custody in compliance with Florida state laws and best practices
• Safeguards manages and tracks all evidentiary items from intake to storage or disposal ensuring meticulous chain of custody and accurate record-keeping.
• Accepts and reviews all exhibits; verifies case information on Exhibit list for accuracy; sets and manages appointments to view or intake/transfer exhibits
• Receives identifies secures records and releases various goods and items; maintains strict confidentiality; ensures that all evidence is properly packaged stored and labeled; inputs all information into computerized tracking system; transports evidence

• Conducts extensive research on cases to determine eligibility for destruction; inventories vault contents; prepares and/ or e-files court orders and notices for evidence destruction including filing notices related to the disposal and status of exhibits.
• Testifies in court or depositions

• Handles email inquiries from the public
• Assists with department testing and monthly reporting
• Assists with training peers on work related processes/newly implemented procedures
• Maintains established organizational/departmental productivity standards
• Complies with all personnel policies and procedures

• Ability to safely transport lift and maneuver small to large as well as heavy/bulkyexhibits between storage locations.
• Safely receive verify and secure firearms/weapons ensuring they are unloaded and properly packaged
• Handles hazardous materials including blood-borne pathogens or chemical substances

High school diploma (or GED) supplemented by five (5) years of recent and relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to accurately apply acute attention to detail in maintenance of detailed data preferably in an automated systems environment or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. Some vocational or college courses preferred. Once qualified deputization may be required to perform the assigned functions.

Tasks may involve regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing bending stooping kneeling and crouching and that generally involves lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Prefers some previous work experience in handling evidence and/or confidential records and highly sensitive materials.

*This is a mandatory testing position; successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination (if applicable) is required prior to employment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Attention to Detail

Organizational skills

Communications skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Note: Vacancy postings may be cancelled at any time based on business needs. Applicants who have applied will be notified of cancellations. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation within the application/interview process should direct a request in advance to human resources at or .

TheClerk of the Circuit Court & Comptrolleris an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Depending on the position candidates are subject to drug screening a physical and a background check as a condition of employment. Certain service members and veterans and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Pursuant to Florida Statute 295 Section 09 (b) and (c) Veterans Preference promotion preference shall apply to a person who was a veteran when employed by the state or its political subdivision and who was recalled to extended active duty andshall apply only to a veterans first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment without exception. The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptrollers Officevalues the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the Clerks office supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. To claim preference an applicant must complete and upload both theVeterans Preference Claim Formandrequired documentationprior to the positions posted closing date. Hiring decisions are based on qualified candidates non-numerical assessments and numerical assessments which include interviews. If an applicant claiming veterans preference for a vacant position is not selected they may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) 11351 Ulmerton Road Suite 311 Largo FL 33708. If an applicant seeking veterans preference in employment in the state of Florida is not selected for the position and is so notified they must file their complaint with the DVA within 60 calendar days from the date the applicant is notified.