Evidence Technician

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,472 - 39,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forty-hour work week

Paid vacation days

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Health insurance (medical, vision, and

dental

Job summary

City of Omaha is seeking a detail-oriented Evidence Warehouse Technician for the Omaha Police Department to manage the intake, labeling, storage, and release of evidentiary items, including firearms, drugs, money, and hazardous materials. The role requires high school diploma and at least two years in a law enforcement evidence environment.

The position emphasizes chain-of-custody continuity, accuracy, and safety, with full-time hours, competitive pay, and benefits; veterans and disability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license required; background investigation will be conducted.
• Must meet pre-employment background standards including criminal and credit checks.

Responsibilities

• Receives, logs, and labels items of evidence and maintains chain of custody in the system.
• Prepares evidence for storage and stores according to CALEA and OPD standards.
• Releases items upon valid requisitions and maintains detailed records.
• Assists with internal audits and CALEA compliance.
• Testifies in court about evidentiary matters as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Inventory systems

Chain of custody

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Inventory software

CALEA standards

Job description

Posting Type: Open Competitive

Work Type: Full Time

Nature of Work: This is responsible work in the day-to-day operation of evidence processing at the Omaha Police Department (OPD). Work involves the receipt, accountability, safekeeping, inventory, and release of items of evidence such as firearms, drugs, hazardous materials, blood stained clothing, and money. An employee in this classification works with independence; however, general supervision is received from an assigned supervisor.

Education and Experience: The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience.

High school graduation or its equivalent AND Two (2) years of experience in a law enforcement evidence room environment or in a complex inventory system.

Special Qualifications: Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operators license from the time of appointment. Must submit to a criminal and credit history background investigation.

Pay Range: $22.12 with step increases to $28.63 Hourly

Benefits: Forty-hour work week. Paid leave per year: twelve days vacation; eighteen days sick; and fourteen holidays. Employee's group health insurance, including major medical, vision, and dental, for individual or family. Defined benefit pension plan, plus Social Security, and more. See hr.cityofomaha.org for detailed information.

Who Can Apply: Any person who meets the qualifications and other requirements described in this posting.

Examination Information: The multiple-choice/written examination will be on August 24, 2026, at9:00am at the Omaha/Douglas Civic Center, 1819 Farnam Street, 7th floor, room 702. An invitation via email to the exam will be given to candidates once their application has been received, reviewed by a recruiter, and accepted to the test for the position. The test is designed to assess knowledge of the job, skills, and abilities of this position. The passing score on the examination is 60%. This will be weighted 100% in the final score.

Veteran Points: To claim five (5) points for veteran's preference, you must submit proof of service (such as a DD-214) that includes the date of induction, date of honorable separation, and Social Security number. (You must have completed more than 180 consecutive days of active duty.) To receive an additional five (5) points credit for disability, you must submit proof of eligibility from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs dated within the last 12 months. This information must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by August 24, 2026.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks


• Knowledge of computer inventory systems, storage, procedures, and other procedures relating to the operation of the evidence/property unit


• Knowledge of the methods of securing evidentiary items and the proper procedures of the handling of items of evidence for use in court proceedings


• Knowledge of the legal chain of custody relating to evidence


• Knowledge of safety procedures involved in the processing and storage of evidentiary items


• Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer and electronics device technology and software


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrative officials, police officers, and the general public, occasionally involving adversarial or stressful interactions


• Ability to organize, compile, and maintain accurate departmental records


• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports


• Ability to maintain confidential records


• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division


• Ability to complete multiple projects in a timely manner


• Ability to understand and follow or written or oral instructions


• Ability to adhere to safety policies, guidelines, and procedures


• Ability to sit, stand, or walk from 50 to 75% of the time; and to reach, push, pull, lift, squat, or kneel from 25 to 50% of the time


• Ability to use from fifty (50) to seventy-five (75) pounds of force occasionally, from twenty-five (25) to fifty (50) pounds of force more frequently, and up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force constantly to move objects

Essential Functions: Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Receives, records, and labels items taken as evidence and maintains a chain of custody in the software program


• Prepares items of evidence for storage and stores them in designated locations according to storage preservation requirements set forth by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and OPD standards, policies, and procedures


• Receives, records, and releases items of evidence according to requisition


• Prepares, copies, and distributes reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis


• Retrieves evidence from property areas for police officers, prosecutors, outside law enforcement agencies, forensic and lab personnel, other authorized individuals, and the general public


• Assists with making money deposits on unclaimed and forfeited monies


• Destroys items of evidence as directed per OPD policies and procedures


• Transports items of evidence from the crime scene or drop boxes to the evidence storeroom or a laboratory for court testing


• Testifies in court regarding matters related to evidence on behalf of the department


• Receives and responds to citizen inquiries regarding matters of evidence


• Assists with internal audits and audits done by CALEA


• Maintains regular job attendance in accordance with a schedule established for the position by the supervisor


• Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residence, or authorization to work without sponsorship. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct pre-employment inquiries or evaluations of candidates for employment as it deems appropriate for the particular position. Pre-employment inquiries may include, without limitation: verification of employment history and educational attainment; review of driving, credit, and criminal convictions; hearing, drug, functional capacity, psychological, vision, and medical tests; and/or any other relevant background information deemed appropriate to determine the suitability of the applicant for the position. Failure to provide the information requested in the application and hiring process in a truthful, timely, accurate, and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of a conditional offer of employment, or termination.

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability-related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing [e-mail].

For a complete description of this job classification, visit hr.cityofomaha.org

Contact Points:

City of Omaha Human Resources Department
1819 Farnam St, Suite 506
Omaha, NE 68183

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Website: hr.cityofomaha.org
Email: [e-mail]