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The Position

Beaverton Police Department is looking for a detail-oriented person to join the Property and Evidence Unit within the Investigations Division. This unit handles the processing and safe storage of evidence and property, following legal standards. This work directly supports investigations, protects public property, and maintains the integrity of sensitive items.

As a Property and Evidence Control Specialist, you’ll work with a small and collaborative team to prepare evidence for transfer to forensics lab, court, disposal, or other locations. You will conduct research, prepare reports, manage data entry, and maintain records. This role also involves interacting with the public via phone, email, and in person. You may be called to the field to assist with packaging evidence or need to testify in court regarding the chain of evidence. This role involves handling confidential, sensitive, and sometimes graphic or trauma-related materials.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, Beaverton Police Association (BPA)- classified position. The schedule will be Monday-Friday, with every other Monday or Friday off, depending on seniority shift bid. Hours are typically 6am-3pm or 7am-4pm. There is one vacancy.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton’s online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions; a resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inventory, store, maintain and package police evidence/property retrieved from officer evidence lockers and databases in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Prepare and process packages that require special handline or outside services.
• Complete and maintain documents, records, and reports required for retrieving, storing, and tracking police evidence and property. This includes entering data into the computer system, documenting crime lab letters and crime detection numbers, and confirming Right of Discovery for attorneys.
• Prepare property and evidence for disposition, including preparing and distributing Officer Disposition Requests and contacting courts and district attorneys for case dispositions.
• Testify in court regarding the preservation of the chain of evidence.
• Research and respond to questions about property and evidence via phone and in writing. Conduct property room audits and inventories.
• Deliver and retrieve evidence from locations outside than the police department.
• Support the department’s community-oriented policing philosophy.
• Participate in section operational processes including procedure development and implementation.
• Act with respect and integrity.
• Create a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment with a culture of teamwork and communication.
• Actively encourage respect for cultural diversity in the workplace and community.
• Serve as a model for accomplishing the city’s vision, goals and strategic plan. Model and promote an environment focused on delivering high-quality results.
• Additional duties are outlined in the class specification.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; and
• Two years of experience in a criminal justice environment; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing and special requirements

• Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the city’s driving standards.
• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check, including fingerprints.
• Ability to satisfy the requirements of a pre-employment drug screen.
• Certified Property and Evidence Specialist (CPES) certification required within 2 years of hire.

The City of Beaverton is committed to supporting a culture of accountability, equity and inclusion for all, especially marginalized groups. We pledge to continue the ongoing, difficult and essential work needed to address institutional racism and historical inequities in all forms.

Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.

Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city’s talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.

Compensation

Wage range: $26.98 - $36.16 hourly
Starting rate will be determined depending on relevant work experience as outlined in the Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience to the position within the posted wage range.

Total compensation package and benefits
In addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.

The city pays the full retirement contribution to PERS including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.

Additional benefits include excellent paid time off (PTO) accrual, PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA with 3% employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and bilingual pay premiums.

The City of Beaverton provides a generous benefit package, including excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage; and employer-paid PERS retirement. Learn more about your options and employee-based benefits by clicking the link below.

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