Evidence & Property Specialist

Twin Falls County, Idaho; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Twin Falls County, Idaho Sheriff's Department is seeking an Evidence Clerk to support investigations by collecting and preserving crime scene evidence. The role includes photographing, packaging, logging, and securing items, as well as managing the evidence room and documentation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience; a valid Idaho driver’s license and ability to pass a background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience in property accountability, warehousing, police work or related field preferred.
• Valid Idaho Driver's License or equivalent.
• Must pass background investigation and remain in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist investigations by gathering, processing and storing crime scene photographs and related evidence.
• Receive, log, inventory, store, and release items of evidence.
• Tag, mark, properly package and secure property and evidence to ensure chain of custody.
• Monitor and control distribution of evidence to authorized personnel.
• Maintain filing systems and provide easy access to records.
• Prepare and destroy items of evidence as authorized; enter data into records systems.
• Prepare evidence to send to state lab and manage related reports.
• Communicate progress and issues to supervisor; work with colleagues.

Skills

Evidence handling

Property accountability

Record keeping

Clear communication

Independent judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Property management system

Office software

Job description

Twin Falls County, Idaho Sheriff's Department is seeking an Evidence Clerk to support investigations by collecting and preserving crime scene evidence. The role includes photographing, packaging, logging, and securing items, as well as managing the evidence room and documentation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience; a valid Idaho driver’s license and ability to pass a background check are required.