MCSO Logistics Evidence Technician

Multnomah County; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Multnomah County’s Transit Police Division is seeking a dedicated, independent professional to manage evidence/property storage, fleet and equipment purchasing, and uniform procurement. This role supports daily operations to ensure a safe, accessible public transportation system and requires strong organization and problem-solving skills.

The position is onsite at the Transit Police Central Precinct in Portland, with occasional travel to other Sheriff’s Office locations and potential ad hoc

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible customer service and equipment accountability experience that involves detail oriented, multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities.
• Maintain equipment inventories, individual assignments, billing and other related tracking documents.
• Contract administration for specialty areas such as fleet, clothing, facilities, or related services.
• Training or experience in fleet and equipment support service, facilities, or related services.
• Computer proficiency with the knowledge and ability to learn additional computer programs – Microsoft office, Excel, etc.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment.
• Must pass a criminal records and employment references check.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transit Police Division with safe and secure storage of evidence and property.
• Manage fleet/equipment purchasing, uniform acquisition and distribution.
• Coordinate fleet maintenance and repairs.
• Intake property/evidence from satellite storage and transport to central facility.
• Perform general warehousing, paperwork, ordering, stocking, and receiving orders.

Skills

Customer service

Equipment accountability

Project planning

Purchasing

Inventory management

Contract administration

Fleet support

Facilities

Microsoft Office

Excel

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Pay Range: $31.03 - $38.17 hourly

Department: Sheriff

Job Type: Regular

Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date: October 07, 2026

Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated, independent, self-starting employee who is responsible for high level work assignments. The person in this position will work independently, performing a variety of highly responsible and frequently complex technical duties.

Position Overview

You will support the Transit Police Division, a unit of the Sheriff’s Office Community Partnership Section, with responsibility for the safe and secure storage of evidence/property, fleet/equipment purchasing, uniform acquisition/distribution, and other specialty service functions. You will support all daily functions of the Transit Police Division to ensure continuity of operations aimed at providing a safe and welcoming public transportation system for all. You will interpret and apply all applicable laws and procedures regarding the evidence room, fleet service and procurement, as well as uniform standards and pricing. You will answer questions and explain department policies to officers and other County departments and suppliers. You will ensure fleet is maintained and operational, performing basic services such as coordinate services and repairs of vehicles through the fleet maintenance shop. You will intake property/evidence from satellite secure storage areas throughout the Sheriff’s Office locations and transport items to a central facility. You will perform general warehousing, and other specialty duties such as preparing paperwork, ordering, stocking, and receiving orders.

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required.

Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills

Required:

• Three years of progressively responsible customer service and equipment accountability experience that involves the following skills: Project planning and purchasing experience that requires detail oriented, multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities.
• Maintain equipment inventories, individual assignments, billing and other related tracking documents.
• Contract administration for specialty areas such as fleet, clothing, facilities, or related services.
• Training or experience in fleet and equipment support service, facilities, or related services.
• Computer proficiency with the knowledge and ability to learn additional computer programs – Microsoft office, Excel, etc.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment.
• Must pass a criminal records and employment references check.

Preferred: The following are not required but will be considered.

• Prior experience in handling evidence and evidence property
• Prior experience in purchasing and procurement
• Prior experience in fleet management and maintenance

Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Application Packet

The application packet consists of the following documents. You must submit all requested items below by the closing date of the job posting.

• A completed online application using Workday showing how you meet the qualifications.
• Responses to any and all electronic questionnaires/tasks sent to you through Workday after submitting your online application.
• Responses to the supplemental questions listed below. Six supplemental questions must be answered in a concise PDF not more than three pages.

Supplemental Questions

1. Tell us about your experience maintaining equipment inventories and tracking documents. Please include your experience with purchasing and contracts.
2. Logistics work involves multitasking and changing priorities. Provide an example of how you managed competing priorities or unexpected changes.
3. Describe your experience working with vendors or service providers. How do you ensure clear communication and maintain strong working relationships while meeting organizational needs?
4. Why is independent thinking important in logistics, and how have you demonstrated this skill in your work?

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.03 - $38.17 hourly

Schedule

Monday - Friday, day shift schedule, with the occasional need to work outside standard work hours with advance notice given.

Work Location

This position works onsite at Transit Police Central Precinct, 1020 NE 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97232 with travel to different locations.

Telework

Ad Hoc telework (occasionally working from home) may be available for this position.

Equal Pay

Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. Actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

During a disaster, Multnomah County staff serve as a safety net for communities. In these emergency responses, employees may be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter above in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Recruiter

Amber Beck

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Note: The announcement is subject to change and is not an expressed nor implied contract.