Property and Evidence Custodian - Seattle

State of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Telework options

Infants at Work Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Washington State Patrol seeks a skilled evidence technician to process evidence, maintain chain of custody, and support laboratory staff with clerical duties. This role involves handling RFLE reviews, evidence packaging, and entering data into the SAK Track-Kit system. Strong attention to detail and integrity are essential.

Interviews are anticipated the week of November 2–6. The agency offers flexible schedules and telework options for most positions, with opportunities to serve the

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license due to in-state travel.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
• Must provide an oral DNA sample for CODIS Elimination Profile Index.

Responsibilities

• Process evidence by receiving and releasing evidence to law enforcement representatives.
• Review RFLE forms for accuracy and complete the lab’s portion.
• Verify evidence is correctly listed, sealed, and properly packaged.
• Enter sex assault kit information into SAK Track-Kit program; complete required fields.
• Receive and release items between lab vault and staff.
• Maintain organized evidence vault to preserve chain of custody and integrity.
• Testify in courts on evidence handling when required.
• Interact with the public and user agencies.
• Maintain case and laboratory office files.

Skills

Driver's license

Polygraph examination

DNA sample CODIS

Job description

In addition to your salary, you will receive 5% geographic pay.

The hiring committee anticipates conducting interviews the week of November 2nd - 6th

About the Position:

This position supports the Crime Lab Division mission by receiving into the crime lab and releasing back to the submitting agency physical evidence. In addition to maintaining the chain of custody in evidence transactions, this position provides support to the scientific staff by handling clerical duties. These activities meet the division goals to provide high quality forensic services and through these programs provide aid and support to the criminal justice system which results in a safer environment for Washington citizens.

About the Division:

The WSP Crime Laboratory Division mission is to enhance public safety by providing high-quality forensic science services and forensic evidence training for all criminal justice partner agencies within the State of Washington.

About the Agency:

The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.

Our new teammate will be able to:

• Process evidence by receiving and releasing evidence to representatives from law enforcement agencies.
• Review the associated Request for Laboratory Examination (RFLE) form for complete and accurate information and complete the laboratory’s portion of the form.
• Verify that the evidence received is correctly listed on the lab request and is properly sealed and packaged.
• For sexual assault kits, enter evidence information into the SAK Track-Kit program, completing all required fields.
• Receive and release items between the laboratory evidence vault and staff.
• Maintain the evidence vault in an organized manner to ensure the chain of custody and integrity of the evidence.
• Testify in courts of law on handling of evidence as required.
• Interact with the public and user agencies.
• Maintain case and laboratory office files.

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license due to in-state travel required to complete job duties.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
• Must provide an oral DNA sample to be used in the CODIS Elimination Profile Index
• Equity Competencies
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• Infants at Work Program based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01.
• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The Washington State Patrol does not provide immigration sponsorship; therefore, applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.

Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded.

Questions? Please contact Monica Simpson at [e-mail]