Property Custodian

The Village of Hanover Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB SUMMARY

JOIN AMERICA'S GLOBAL VILLAGE

OUR AWESOME BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Paid Personal, Vacation, Holidays, and Sick days

• Life Insurance Policy paid by the Village

• Medical Insurance with only an 11% employee contribution

• Free single Dental Insurance

• In the spirit of inclusivity, we provide personal days for you to celebrate your holidays when you choose

• Up to $900 in Language Proficiency Pay

• Annual Employee Awards and Appreciation Event

• Annual Employee Picnic

• Annual Holiday Party

• Wellness Events

• Free Gym Membership

• Free Ride – first month of public transportation is free

• We are a qualifying employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

TRAINING SCHEDULE:
Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., for the first 8-12 weeks, dependent on progress.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Upon successful completion of training, the work hours will be Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

When properly trained and assigned, performs functions of the department property custodian. Receives property submitted into the custody of Property Room Unit as evidence or property.

Reviews property submission documentation for accuracy against submitted evidence. Documents and maintains accurate chain of custody records for all property or evidence in the custody of the evidence management unit from the initial submission through final disposition of the item.

Maintains and updates evidence management unit logs, forms, databases, and automated computer tracking system.

Maintains documentation of records and logs of property and evidence activities.

Inspects packages and labels property and evidence for compliance with established standards for preservation, labeling and storage of all items in the custody of the Property Room Unit. Stores property and evidence following established standards to ensure for timely access and location of all items. Ensures that all packaged property or evidence submitted adheres to established standards.

Maintains the organization and cleanliness of all property facility storage areas to ensure timely access and location of property items.

Handles and deposits currency following established procedures.

Prepares and submits evidence for forensic analysis to a laboratory facility and facilitates the return of analyzed evidence for preservation. Processes requests for evidence from authorized persons, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and procedures. Facilitates the delivery of fulfilled evidence requests to appropriate recipients following approved procedures and maintains related chain of custody documentation. Releases property and or evidence to authorized persons following established procedures and applicable law. Conducts detailed case research to determine the eligibility of evidence for disposal. Disposes of property and evidence, following established procedures and applicable law. Appears in court and provides testimony on issues related to the handling and chain of custody of evidence.

Maintains productive working relationships with all stakeholders in the system. Follows established security procedures to ensure the integrity of operations. Assesses property and evidence processes and operations and actively contributes to improved efficiency. Continuously develops and maintains current knowledge and skills related to property and evidence management and practices.

Maintains and redacts video and digital files by managing system security, maintenance, storage, retrieval, transfers, copying, dissemination, redaction, and destruction according to legal and policy requirements. Generates system reports and reviews police reports daily to ensure video evidence is appropriately flagged and categorized; categorize video by incident type as needed; communicate with department personnel regarding video flagging. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including Illinois Public Records Act, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and Law Enforcement Officer –Body Worn Camera Act. Complete redactions to satisfy FOIA requests on body-worn camera, in-car videos, and other related videos, digital files or documents. Work with the State Attorney's Office and other departments and agencies regarding the viewing, reproduction, redaction and release, and final disposition of videos. Maintain confidentiality of information.

Creates and maintains links to allow users access to the various video systems, works with internal and external customers to view and extract data, and distributes electronic files to appropriate users/officials.

Follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures. Reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor. Reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible, but no later than end of the employee's work shift. Follows recognized safe work practices.

Performs other duties as requested or assigned by supervisory personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION &/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED. The preferred candidate will have practical experience in the proper handling of evidence, technology, and prior law enforcement experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess the following certifications and/or licenses: Illinois Driver's License; Must have a current FOID card or able to obtain one in the first year and the ability to obtain a L.E.A.D.S. certification within six months of appointment.