Evidence and Property Control Specialist II

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

All (MO)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks an Evidence and Property Control Specialist II to oversee evidence management under administrative direction. The successful candidate will organize workflow, supervise staff, and ensure proper evidence handling and documentation. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and relevant experience in security or law enforcement. Candidates are also expected to maintain a valid driver's license and may reside within New York City after appointment.

Qualifications

Two years of full-time experience in security, law enforcement, or military duties.
License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
Experience in supervising and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

Organizes workflow and supervises activities of Evidence and Property Control Specialists.
Communicates information and prepares performance evaluations for staff.
Ensures vehicle safety while operating for evidence control duties.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Evidence and Property Control Specialist II

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The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person.

The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.

Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs

Candidates must be a permanent Evidence and Property Control Specialist.

Duties

Under administrative direction, with latitude for independent initiative and decision making, incumbent will perform the following duties but are not limited to:

Organizes workflow and is responsible for EPCS I assignments and work performance.
Communicates information to staff and other OCME staff.
Prepares performance evaluations for staff and submits them to management for review.
Trains and mentors assigned staff.
Supervises activities of EPCS Is and initiates progressive discipline as necessary.
Prior experience assisting MEs in the autopsy suite by collecting, receiving and inventorying property obtained during autopsy.
Operates vehicles in the performance of evidence and property control duties to ensure vehicle safety.
Inspects vehicles to ensure the removal of all evidence that is retrieved from NYPD or other law enforcement agencies.
Operates computer terminal to input and retrieve information to ascertain the disposition of cases.
Perform all duties under Assignment Level I, when necessary
Other duties as assigned.

EVIDENCE AND PROPERTY CONTROL - 71022

Minimum Qualifications

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent; and

Two years of full-time, satisfactory experience in the areas of security, law enforcement and/or active military duty; or
Successful completion of 60 college semester credits at an accredited college or university with at least a 2.0 cumulative index grade point average.

Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Special Patrolman Requirement: At the time of appointment, you must meet the following qualifications for Special Patrolman status (a status given by the New York City Police Department pursuant to Title 38, Chapter 13 of the Rules of the City of New York).

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates must have, in addition to the minimum qualification requirements, at least one year of experience in Assignment Level I or in a supervisory capacity.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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