PROPERTY & EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN

Job Posting

The following position is available with the City of Lafayette. If you are interested in
being considered for this position, applications are ONLY available online at:
work4lafayette.com

The application deadline is Open Until Filled

Available with the Lafayette Police Department:

POSITION:
Property and Evidence Technician

LOCATION:
Lafayette Police Department

HOURS:
Monday- Friday 8a-430p, overtime as applicable

SALARY:
$1839.76- $2114.24 bi-weekly

DESCRIPTION:
Incumbent performs responsible administrative and manual labor duties related to the
acceptance, storage, control, and disposal of police property and evidence, and to
protect the integrity and preservation of evidence throughout the judicial process while
ensuring compliance with all State and local laws, regulations and best practices
regarding the storage and disposal of all property and evidence.

REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED required. Advanced education, prior law enforcement,

military or college preferred. An understanding of DNA collection techniques,

firearms/shooting evidence collection, fingerprint development and collection, trace

evidence collection techniques, and other crime scene investigation techniques.

Experience with the use of a digital SLR camera. Excellent written and oral

communication skills that are sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural

diversities, and disabilities. Performs a wide variety of technical duties using personal

computers, portable computers, and smartphones or similar devices. Proficient using

Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to

work alone and with others in a team environment with minimal supervision, often under

time pressure. Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and complete

assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions. Must be a high

self-monitor, be self-directed and maintain a proactive attitude. Must possess a

professional appearance, positive demeanor and attitude, and work harmoniously with

all contacts in an enthusiastic and cooperative manner.

This position is located at the Public Safety Center (PSC), storage facilities, subject to
frequent interruptions to receive and log seized property and evidence. Periods of
sitting, standing, climbing ladders, and carrying of weight (50 lbs.) for short periods
daily. Visual concentration, manual dexterity, and attention to detail are required when
performing data entry of case numbers; receiving and storing evidence according to
numerical shelving; completing necessary forms; checking serial numbers; and
completing necessary forms; when checking serial numbers; and when tracking
evidence packages.

Occasionally may need to work overtime at supervisor’s direction. Professional etiquette
and de-escalations skills are needed. Must have the ability to comprehend and follow
written and verbal instructions; control personal feelings and emotions when dealing
with difficult people by telephone and in person.

Must be able to type at a working rate of speed, have word processing and computer
skills, data entry experience, possess good skills in general office procedures and filing.
Requires the ability to utilize and run basic office machines; must be able to read and
write English and have the ability to prepare and maintain reports. General knowledge
of basic computer uses, network sharing, printing, and other basic Information
Technology.

Ability to work with classified and sensitive information only accessible to Law
Enforcement personnel. Ability to maintain confidentiality of department records and
information. Regular communication with commanders, supervisors from various
divisions, patrol officers, detectives, and members of other law enforcement agencies,
including the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office.

Regular and satisfactory attendance and punctuality is required. Ability to occasionally
work extended, evening and weekend hours, and travel out of town for
meetings/conferences, sometimes overnight.

Possession of a valid Indiana driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Incumbent performs a majority of duties in a standard office environment involving
sitting and walking at will, handling/grasping/fingering objects, close vision and hearing
sounds/communication. Incumbent must have the ability to move about the office,
stoop, kneel and/or bend, reach, push/pull, and grasp, perform repetitive motions, type,
visually be able to read typed and handwritten reports, and must be able to sit for long
periods of time. Incumbent will occasionally perform job functions that requires living
heavy weights, climbing and positioning themselves in hard to reach locations. The
ability to physically lift 50 lbs. overhead and move bulky objects is required. Incumbent
will come into contact with various hazardous chemicals, drugs and pathogens and will
need to take the appropriate precautions.

The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer