Property & Evidence Specialist — Court-Ready Custodian

City of Largo; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Fitness center access

Job summary

City of Largo currently seeks a skilled Property and Evidence Technician to manage the intake, storage, and release of crime scene items, ensuring a legal chain of custody. The role includes transporting items to labs and courts, preparing destruction orders, and providing testimony when required.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, CPES/IAPE certifications preferred, and experience with body cameras, NCIC/FCIC access, and data systems.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; post-secondary training preferred.
• CPES and IAPE certifications preferred for evidence handling.
• CJIS/NCIC access and data handling knowledge required or achievable.

Responsibilities

• Log and release property and evidence while maintaining chain of custody.
• Prepare destruction orders for property and evidence items.
• Testify in court regarding evidence as needed.
• Provide training for officers and volunteers on evidence procedures.
• Public records support for digital evidence requests and redaction.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Evidence handling

Public speaking

Communication skills

OSHA standards awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPES certification (preferred)

IAPE certification (preferred)

Valid Florida driver’s license

Tools

CJIS systems

NCIC/FCIC access

Database management

Video editing software

Job description

City of Largo currently seeks a skilled Property and Evidence Technician to manage the intake, storage, and release of crime scene items, ensuring a legal chain of custody. The role includes transporting items to labs and courts, preparing destruction orders, and providing testimony when required.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, CPES/IAPE certifications preferred, and experience with body cameras, NCIC/FCIC access, and data systems.