Evidence Custodian/Case File Manager

Amentum company; Forest Park, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Evidence Custodian/Casefile Manager based in Forest Park, GA, to support exploitation missions CONUS and OCONUS. You will oversee forensic lab casework, maintain strict evidence accountability, and collaborate with DoD/DOJ agencies to ensure compliance.

The role requires DoD TS clearance eligibility, travel readiness, and strong technical reporting skills, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience or an AS/AA, or 2 years of Tech School.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 15 years of experience; or military E4+.
• Experience in writing technical reports, justification of technical recommendations and presenting briefs.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and US citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Passport and travel CONUS/OCONUS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Monitor forensic laboratory cases and coordinate with divisions and staff.
• Perform daily tasks with minimal supervision and advise lead of issues.
• Track workload and customer service metrics (quality, timeliness, satisfaction).
• Ensure all evidence handling complies with Army, Federal, and local regulations.
• Maintain 100% accountability of evidence and update submitting agencies on case status.
• Serve as quality control for forensic casework to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist with policy development affecting lab operations.
• Coordinate with DoD/DOJ and FXD on standardization to improve lab efficiency.

Skills

Technical report writing

Brief presentations

Education

Associate degree (AS/AA)

High School Diploma + 15 years experience

Military experience (E4+)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000employees in more than 70 countriesacross all 7 continents.

We are currently seeking an Evidence Custodian/Casefile Manager based in Forest Park, GA. This position will help support exploitation missions both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) via deployment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Monitor forensic laboratory cases received. Interact closely with all divisions, encompassing the work of scientific professionals and administrative employees. Maintain surveillance of workload and programs in progress throughout the laboratory.
• Complete daily tasks with little to no supervision while keeping the lead advised of unusual situations and potential problem areas. Recommend courses of action and/or conclusive actions, when needed.
• Monitor laboratory workload. Collect and maintain data related to customer service quality including productivity, timeliness, and level of customer satisfaction.
• Manage laboratory evidence processing operation and facility. Ensure all evidence submitted to the laboratory is handled in accordance with all Army, Federal, and local regulations.
• Monitor adherence to evidence handling procedures; ensures 100% accountability of evidence received and ensures submitting agencies are kept well-informed of case status and given prompt and accurate responses to inquiries and requests.
• Act as quality control for all forensic casework performed to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and organizational standards.
• Assist with the development of policies, plans and procedures that impact the lab's overall operational function. Identifies needs and requirements.
• Serve as a liaison with Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Justice (DOJ) and other agencies and organizations on matters relating to forensic/biometric requirements in CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Collaborate and coordinate with DOD, law enforcement agencies, deployed laboratories, and the Forensic Exploitation Department (FXD) management regarding standardization to enhance the efficiencies of the laboratories.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience and an AS (Associate of Science), AA (Associate of Arts), or 2 years of Tech School. In lieu of degree, you must have:
• A High School Diploma or equivalent with 15 years of experience; or
• Military experience as an E4 and above.
• Experience in writing technical reports, justification of technical recommendations and presenting briefs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior members of DoD organizations.
• Ability to safeguard confidential information.
• Ability to log, record, and archive working files.
• Ability to create correspondence, prepare reports, arrange meetings, and support travel arrangements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to use common office equipment (e.g., facsimile (fax) machines, copiers, projectors, and PC printers).
• Ability to utilize web-based applications to enter and extract data to report and track case files.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. (Please note: US citizenship is required to obtain a US security clearance).
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Passport. Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS.
• Ability to complete and pass a medical assessment in accordance with customer requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• An active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Previous experience supporting the Forensic Exploitation Department (FXD).

Compensation Details

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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