Property and Evidence Custodian

Village of Lake Zurich, Illinois; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Village of Lake Zurich is seeking a Property and Evidence Custodian to manage the receipt, storage, and transfer of evidence for the Police Department. This part-time role offers flexible hours and requires discretion and adaptability to new technologies. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and familiarity with digital media and law enforcement systems.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with digital media preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage physical and digital evidence.
• Ensure compliance with state laws.
• Perform administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Discretion

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Axon suite

BEAST

LEADS

Job description

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The Property and Evidence Custodian is a non-sworn civilian member of the Police Department under the supervision of the Detective Sergeant. The role involves the receipt, storage, and transfer of seized, recovered, and evidentiary physical and digital property.

The position requires discretion, task prioritization, adaptability to new technologies, and the ability to work under minimal supervision. The role is part-time, up to 20 hours per week, with a maximum of 1,000 hours annually. Hours and days are flexible, generally Monday to Friday.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Tasks Include:

• Maintaining and managing physical and digital evidence
• Corresponding with the State’s Attorney’s Office, crime labs, and law enforcement agencies
• Ensuring timely release and disposal of property per state law
• Maintaining property storage facilities and equipment
• Monitoring compliance with policies and laws
• Performing administrative tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Familiarity or experience with digital media and Axon suite preferred
• Previous law enforcement systems experience (e.g., BEAST, LEADS) preferred

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration