Evidence Control Specialist I — Court & After-Hours

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

City of Austin seeks an Evidence Control Specialist I in the Forensic Bureau to manage care, custody, and control of all evidence and seized property. Responsibilities include inventory, packaging, documentation, and secure transport across Austin.

The role supports after-hours work on a rotating schedule and requires strong attention to detail, data analysis, and effective communication with internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four years of relevant warehouse/inventory experience.
• Strong knowledge of evidence handling, chain of custody, and documentation.
• Ability to operate City vehicles and warehouse equipment; familiarity with records systems.

Responsibilities

• Verifies packaging of incoming items and maintains accurate chain of custody.
• Maintains inventory and conducts warehouse management activities per procedures.
• Transports evidence securely and coordinates with multiple agencies.
• Testifies in court and provides customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Inventory control

Evidence handling

Court testimony

Data analysis

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Versadex

Job description

City of Austin seeks an Evidence Control Specialist I in the Forensic Bureau to manage care, custody, and control of all evidence and seized property. Responsibilities include inventory, packaging, documentation, and secure transport across Austin.

The role supports after-hours work on a rotating schedule and requires strong attention to detail, data analysis, and effective communication with internal and external customers.