TLT / SDA Evidence Specialist

Term-Limited Temporary / Special Duty Evidence Specialist

King County Sheriff's Office has an outstanding opportunity for the position of Term-Limited Temporary / Special Duty Evidence Specialist assignment. This classification supports the Property Management Unit by processing evidence / property and providing a high level of customer service to the public and internal staff.

This assignment is benefit-eligible and is expected to last through December 2027. Work location : Property Management Unit, 4623 7th Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98104.

Typical work schedule is 40 hours per week, on either a 5 / 8 or 4 / 10 schedule. The specific hours and schedule will be discussed with the supervisor. The work is to be performed in-person at the worksite. This position is overtime eligible with prior supervisor approval.

Job Duties

The Evidence Specialist position is responsible for handling Public Safety evidence, property transactions and dispositions. Job duties include the proper disposal and storage of evidence and personal property while adhering to all legal requirements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Enter, modify, track and / or retrieve information and data using spreadsheets and / or customized database applications;
• Coordinate transactions; receive, release, and transport evidence and property to department facilities, personnel, courts, laboratories, owners and outside agencies in accordance with established policies and legal requirements;
• Prepare comprehensive records and reports on the collection, preservation, location and disposition of evidence as required by law;
• Secure and control valuable property, firearms and other weapons, ammunition and narcotics for evidence / property;
• Handle and process bi-hazardous and hazardous materials and other potential allergens using personal protective equipment (PPE);
• Process and / or destroy evidence and documents in accordance with established polices and procedures;
• Lift and move heavy and bulky items, use ladders and hydraulic lifting equipment to stock and retrieve items from shelves and perform warehousing duties on a regular basis;
• Operate light and heavy equipment such as trucks, forklifts, and dollies to transport items and supplies as needed;
• Provide training to various individuals and law enforcement personnel on proper handling and packaging of evidence / property and on bio-hazard requirements
• Testifying in court on the integrity and chain of custody of evidence presented in criminal proceedings;
• Assist with inventory, ordering, processing and distributing department supplies
• Other duties as assigned

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Desired experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills :

Special requirements :

To apply : Please carefully review the list of required materials before submitting your application. Review the list of KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers and verify your qualification for employment with King County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information : Jessica Lussier, Human Resources Analyst - Senior 206-263-2542 Jessica.Lussier@kingcounty.gov Union Membership : This position is represented by PSEU : Public Safety Employees Union.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs :