Property and Evidence Clerk receives, records, stores, and safeguards evidence collected from crime investigations. Prepares records of articles according to chain of custody procedures and maintains evidence database. Being a Property and Evidence Clerk releases property or evidence being retained to designated party for court presentation or other disposition. Maintains storage facility and coordinates proper disposal of sensitive materials including narcotics, bio-hazardous materials, firearms, and explosives. Additionally, Property and Evidence Clerk typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Property and Evidence Clerk works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Property and Evidence Clerk typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this position. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Receives, documents, stores, and ensures proper custody and control of physical evidence/property in the custody of the Police Department.
Evaluates physical evidence; arranges for or transports evidence to the Broward Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab, Medical Examiner’s Office, and the Broward State Attorney’s Office for analysis.
Maintains manual and computerized records including evidence custody documents, chain of custody documents, property receipts, property control files, and related reports.
Prepares evidence and court exhibits and testifies in court as required under subpoena.
Maintains property room(s) and arranges the storage and return of evidence and/or recovered stolen, found, or abandoned property.
Coordinates the proper release of evidence and property to rightful owners where appropriate.
Prepares unreturnable items for disposal in a manner prescribed by department policies and procedures, court orders, federal laws, and state statutes.
Assists with Court Liaison duties as needed.
Inspects, orders, maintains, and stocks Police Department equipment/supplies used for processing crime scenes and/or gathering evidence.
Operates a wide variety of computer hardware and software systems, including entering and maintaining all information (including confidential information) received, as required and directed, into the Records Management System (RMS).
Must possess a high school diploma or GED, with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of police data, including the use and operation of computers.
Must successfully complete all applicable Civil Service requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license.
The City of Margate, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Margate will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.