Evidence & Asset Coordinator

Columbus Consolidated Government; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Consolidated Government seeks an experienced evidence and records specialist in the Police Department to manage evidence from receipt to disposition, protect the chain of custody, and support court proceedings.

The role involves handling weapons, cash, and other items, maintaining detailed records, and conducting auctions as required by policy and city rules. Candidates should be proficient with video systems and documentation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of computer applications and hardware.
• Experience with body cameras setup and maintenance.
• Familiarity with video production and editing techniques.
• Understanding of laws, court procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to download and copy video files.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Receives and stores evidence according to applicable laws and regulations.
• Issues equipment to officers for their daily shifts and maintains records of issued items.
• Assists with destruction or auction of property as appropriate.
• Adequately maintain an active evidence file in accordance with accepted criminal justice practices.
• Secure evidence to protect the chain of custody for court or other proceedings.
• Provide evidence and information needed for court investigations.
• Testify in court regarding the chain of custody of items used in criminal cases.
• Dispose of accumulated evidence in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Hold auctions as needed or required in accordance with policy.
• Dispose of guns, money, alcohol, jewelry, drugs, and other property per policy.

Skills

Computer apps

Computer hardware

Body cameras setup

Video surveillance software

Laws & procedures

Video file handling

PC operation

Oral & written comm

Education

High school education

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

Columbus Consolidated Government seeks an experienced evidence and records specialist in the Police Department to manage evidence from receipt to disposition, protect the chain of custody, and support court proceedings.

The role involves handling weapons, cash, and other items, maintaining detailed records, and conducting auctions as required by policy and city rules. Candidates should be proficient with video systems and documentation.