Property Room Technician

City of Indianapolis and Marion County; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Indianapolis and Marion County is seeking an individual to assist with property management for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. Responsibilities include receiving, processing, and disposing of evidence, conducting preliminary drug testing, and maintaining inventory. Applicants should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience, alongside skills in communication, inventory control, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds and operate office equipment.
• Knowledge of law enforcement systems and record management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake and processing of evidence and supplies.
• Conduct preliminary drug identification testing on suspected narcotics.
• Maintain and verify all property received, including hazardous materials.

Skills

Effective communication

Inventory control knowledge

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position is responsible for assisting with the intake, processing, release, and disposal of supplies and evidence for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD), including firearms, large sums of money, and valuables. This position is also responsible for conducting preliminary drug identification testing on suspected narcotics.

Agency Summary
IMPD is dedicated to upholding the highest professional standards while serving the community in which IMPD works and lives. IMPD is committed to the enforcement of laws to protect life and property, while also respecting individual rights, human dignity, and community values. The agency fosters active police/community partnerships and assists citizens in solving problems to improve neighborhood quality of life. We strive to create a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment to meet the needs of Indianapolis and Marion County residents.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and residents.

Receives and processes supplies, property, and evidence submitted to the Property Branch (personal items, evidence, money, firearms, bicycles, etc.). Prepares and enters property inventory information, tags and stores property, and updates the property inventory system (e.g., WinAce).

Maintains, verifies, and handles all property received, including potentially dangerous, hazardous, or toxic materials.

Conducts court-ordered preliminary drug identification testing of evidence; informs officers, prosecutors, and courts of results to facilitate accurate charges, bail, and releases.

Seeks to identify owners by reviewing information, correlating property with inventory, and notifying potential owners via mail or phone.

Processes property releases by verifying identification and documentation, then updating control systems.

Releases evidence to authorized personnel and updates control systems accordingly. Receives evidence returned from court and updates records.

Processes evidence for disposal, including notifying personnel, updating systems, and preparing items for auction or destruction per policy.

Assists with processing, issuing, and inventorying supplies. Verifies requisitions, distributes supplies, and updates systems.

Performs inventory storage maintenance, including receiving, recording, stocking, and organizing supplies and maintaining cleanliness.

Prepares reports and monitors officers submitting drug evidence and property, ensuring proper documentation.

Attends training to stay current on evidence procedures and preliminary drug testing, including sessions with Marion County Crime Lab personnel.

This list is not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant work experience preferred. Effective communication, inventory control knowledge, ability to lift 25-50 pounds, operate office equipment, and provide customer service are required. Must pass physical, pre-employment polygraph, and drug tests, with ongoing random screenings. Knowledge of law enforcement systems, record management, and basic math is necessary. Ability to learn property management software, handle hostile contacts, communicate effectively, and operate department vehicles (with a valid Indiana Driver's License) is essential. Actions are guided by policies and procedures; independent problem-solving is required. Confidentiality is critical, and dealing with hostile individuals may occur. Errors could significantly impact department operations or court proceedings.