POLICE PROPERTY & EVIDENCE ASSISTANT - TEMP

Cary, NC is passionate about putting the needs of our citizens first and our nationally accredited Police Department has helped ensure we stay one of the safest places to live in the nation. Now you can join our team to help us continue meeting the needs of our citizens, serving with excellence and finding innovative ways to create the local government that doesn't exist.

Cary Police Department is recruiting an assistant to help perform complex and sensitive administrative work within the Property and Evidence division. This individual will assist with the collection and coordination of property and evidence within Cary Police. The role will assist with maintaining appropriate chain of custody for all evidence and help coordinate the necessary resources and reporting of this information with the appropriate staff and external parties.

Maintains chain of custody for evidence and other property placed in the custody of the department;

Logs all evidence into the computer; disposes of evidence by court order or state law; destroys property as appropriate; and testifies in court as needed;

Prepares property for online auction;

Prepares HazMat bags for new officers;

Witnesses and documents the destruction of evidence and seized property;

Works on special assignments and projects as needed;

Completes and maintains accreditation files for Evidence and Property;

Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, and procedures of the Cary Police Department; strong organizational skills with attention to detail; Familiarity with property and handling procedures, chain of custody, and NC legal requirements; Proficiency in Evidence.com, RMS and evidence management software; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Experience handling firearms, controlled substances, or forensic evidence is preferred; Commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and accountability; ability to work independently and manage time effectively; ability to deal tactfully with other employees and the public.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a two-year community college with an associate's degree in criminal justice or related field and experience working in the law enforcement field in records or other related area.

Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.

All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.