Property Room Technician

Boerne, TX
Full Time
Entry Level
Job Title:
Property Room Technician

Department:
Police

Location:
City of Boerne, Texas

Salary Range:
 $26.31 -$32.89 DOQ Hourly

Job Description:
Under limited supervision, performs a variety of tasks associated with the receiving, tracking, handling, processing, storage, safekeeping and proper disposal of all evidence and property.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Receives, processes, accounts for and securely stores evidence collected by Police Department Personnel, using the computer and Tyler Public Safety RMS and Microsoft Office Programs.
  • Transports and/or mails and receives evidence and reports to/from the State Lab, as well as any other Law Enforcement Agency.
  • Conducts research on property/evidence for destruction, sale and/or converted to city use, and disposes of items in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Coordinates, prepares, and approves all items designated for auction, reconciles the auction report, ensures timely deposit of funds.
  • Conducts inventories/audits in accordance with Police Department Policies and Procedures and the Texas Police Chief’s Accreditation Program.
  • Responds to inquiries and requests from department personnel, criminal justice agencies such as County/District Attorneys and City Prosecutors, and the public in regard to property.
  • Responsible for maintaining retention dates and prepare destruction on records.
  • May respond to crime scenes, evaluate the scene, and conduct searches for evidence utilizing disciplines related to crime scene investigation to include measures and/or photographs crime scenes, evidence, processing, etc.
  • Preserves, examines, and secures evidence; documents all handling of evidence and property; maintains activity logs and generates reports as needed.
  • Releases items to authorized parties within scope of authority and documents return of evidence to custody.
  • Tracks statute of limitations and legal time frames and assures compliance to regulations.
  • Maintain the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust is maintained.
  • Verifies stolen property, weapons, by using national and state crime information computer systems; searches pawn shop entries/systems as needed.
  • Receives vehicle impounded as evidence or seizure and various gasoline/diesel powered equipment.
  • Serves as essential emergency personnel when required.
  • Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the position.
  • Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Education: High school graduation, or its equivalent, plus at least two years of experience in law enforcement or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Knowledge of: Public Information Act; department policies, software, computers, and databases used for evidence management, and crime scene processing, property.
  • Skill/Ability toCommunicate effectively, verbal and written, including detailed technical report writing. Exercising independent judgement and self-initiative in dynamic environment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and employees in other departments, agencies and communities; testify effectively in hearings and trials. Maintaining confidentiality and discretion. Produce grammatically correct, accurate, and detailed reports. Multitasks with accuracy during high stress situations; understand and follow oral instructions and request clarification when needed; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications.
  • Safety/Physical Requirementsability to sit stationary for extended periods of time; bending, stooping, and reaching as needed; and the ability to lift/carry 50 pounds of material.
  • Certifications & Licenses Required: Valid appropriate Texas driver’s license.  Must be bondable.  Property and Evidence Certifications (TAPIET or TEEX) within six months of employment.
Application Process:
  1. Submit resume, cover letter, and application form. 
  2. Initial phone/video screening interview.
  3. In-person interview with hiring manager and staff.
  4. Skills assessment (if applicable).
  5. Final interview and reference check.
  6. Job offer to selected candidate.
Special Benefits & Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision – 100% Paid by the city for the employee, option to add dependents. (City pays 42% for dependents, medical only.)
  • Short-Term and Long -Term Disability
  • Vacation/ Sick paid days off
  • Holidays Paid
  • Retirement plan - 14% City Contribution
  • Workers Compensation Insurance & 100% salary indemnity
Application Timeline:
The hiring process generally takes 2 to 4 weeks from application submission to offer. Join our team and help foster a community of learning and engagement in Boerne!

The City of Boerne is an equal-opportunity employer.
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