Evidence Specialist Bloomington (District 33)

Bloomington, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

To serve as a professional staff employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to support the Forensic Services Divisions (FSD) responsibilities and be accountable for maintenance of the evidence management system.

***FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES ESTABLISHED SALARY RULES APPLY***

***A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION WILL BE REQUIRED***

***A DEPARTMENT TOXICOLOGY SCREENING WILL BE REQUIRED***

Job Duties

Accept evidence submitted to the FSD for examination and/or storage.
Providesafeandsecure storage of all evidence.
Control access to the FSD evidence storage areas.
Act as an interface between the FSD and its contributors.
Transport evidence within the FSD system.
Evaluate all paperwork for submission of evidence.
Maintain a complete and accurate record of each transaction affecting the evidence.
Ensure evidence has been sealed and/or marked for identification.
Identify the appropriate discipline to perform examinations.
Arrange for the analysts and the contributor to interact when necessary.
Place submitted evidence in the storage location until it is examined.
Distribute the Request for Laboratory Examination Form to appropriate FSD personnel.
Return or release physical evidence to the contributor or owner as appropriate.
Receive seized or recovered property and issue property receipts.
Maintain the Officers Property Log when required.
Maintain organization and cleanliness in evidence storage areas.
Assist Crime Scene Investigations Quality Assurance Unit with evidence audits.
Coordinate the release destruction and subsequent paperwork for proper disposition of evidence.
Expedite the destruction or disposal of property by auction in accordance with Department procedures.
Photograph evidence in pre-trial and post-release release or destruction of cases as directed.
Monitor cases in order to expedite return to the contributor.
Prepare monthly requisitions for FSD supplies used in evidence handling as directed.
Enter information into the Laboratory Information Management System as required.
Download and retrieve digital images from a central database as required.
Clean work area.
Comply with Standard Operating Procedures Rules Regulations and FSD policies.
Assist FSD or District with other duties when available.
Perform other duties as required.

Job Qualifications

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent GED.
Knowledge and ability to work with spreadsheets databases and specialized software.
Knowledge and ability to operate and maintain office equipment to include multi-line telephone copy machines fax machines computers and photographic equipment.
Basic knowledge of digital photography is desired.
Ability to lift and move heavy items of evidence.
Ability to complete and review documents with accuracy.
Ability to organize and manage a record keeping system.
Ability to access input and retrieve information using a computer.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work under pressure and successfully function in a stressful environment.
Ability to place items of evidence in storage bins located at varying heights.
Ability to interpret and apply rules regulations and guidelines.
Ability to adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Testify as the keeper of the records in an objective unbiased and professional manner.
Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
Must possess a valid drivers license.
Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles.
Ability to attend training at alternate locations for extended periods of time.

Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of high school transcript or GED certificate any college transcripts technical certificates and a military DD214 or NGB22 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested please email the documents to and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.

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Job DescriptionTo serve as a professional staff employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to support the Forensic Services Divisions (FSD) responsibilities and be accountable for maintenance of the evidence management system.***FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES ESTABLISHED SALAR...