Property & Acquisition Specialist 4 | Multiple
State of Washington
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Property and Evidence Custodian (PROJECT) - Vancouver Crime Lab
State of Washington
Washington State Patrol
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$3,840 - $5,137
per month
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing physical evidence in a crime lab by receiving it from law enforcement, logging it securely, and releasing it back while keeping detailed records to ensure nothing is tampered with.
It also includes handling paperwork, organizing storage, and supporting lab staff during emergencies.
A good fit would be someone detail-oriented who stays calm under pressure, has strong organizational skills, and is comfortable working around sensitive or hazardous materials in a public safety setting.
Key Requirements
- Process evidence by receiving and releasing it to law enforcement representatives
- Enter evidence data into Justice Trax laboratory information system
- Maintain organized evidence vault to preserve chain of custody and evidence integrity
- Triage sexual assault kits
- Interact professionally with public, law enforcement, prosecutors, and attorneys
- Handle clerical duties including maintaining case and office files
- Support emergency operations by securing files and evidence during disasters
Full Job Description
This is a project position with an end date of December 31, 2026, however funding is anticipated to continue beyond that date.
About the Position:
The Property and Evidence Custodian supports the Crime Lab Division mission by receiving physical evidence into the crime lab and releasing back to the submitting agency, maintaining the chain of custody in all 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.
This position supports the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) for disaster or emergency recovery. In the event of COOP activation, this position will preserve and maintain of chain of custody; secure Crime Laboratory Division casework files and move them to a secure location as needed.
About the Division:
The Crime Laboratory Division (CLD)
provides high quality forensic science services and training for Washington's criminal justice agencies that enhances public safety for the people of Washington.
About the Agency & Division:
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.
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.
Requirements
- Process evidence by receiving and releasing evidence to representatives from law enforcement agencies
- Enter evidence into Justice Trax, the laboratory information system
- 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.
- Triage sexual assault kits
- Interact with the public and user agencies
- Maintain case and laboratory office files
Work Setting:
Work is performed mainly in a laboratory environment around chemicals, instrumentation, drugs, body fluids, firearms, and other potentially hazardous materials. Some heavy lifting may be required involving large evidence items or archive boxes.
Schedule:
40 hours per week. Eight-hour workdays, Monday through Friday, 0800 – 1700, are typical; however, overtime may be required due to training, meetings, or other circumstances.
Travel Requirements:
Travel throughout the state may be required for court testimony, meetings, and training.
Customer Interactions:
Evidence is received from and released to agency representatives either in person or via a third party carrier.
Employee interacts with representatives of law enforcement agencies, prosecutor’s offices, and defense attorneys on a regular basis. These interactions may be in person or via telephone or email.
Employee interacts with laboratory staff to transfer evidence between the evidence vault and laboratory staff, files and pulls case reports as needed by laboratory staff, and orders supplies as requested by laboratory staff and approved by the Lab Manager.
Confidentiality must be maintained in case submissions and all computer records pertaining to the criminal justice system. This also includes personal information related to laboratory personnel.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:- Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
- High school diploma or GED.
Conditions of Employment:
- Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
- Provide an oral DNA sample to be used in the CODIS Elimination Profile Index.
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
Additional Information
NOTE: At the discretion of the supervisor, this position may begin a flex schedule, after successfully completing a 6 month probation.
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. Please click here to determine your eligibility.
Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson at monica.simpson@wsp.wa.gov
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Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson at monica.simpson@wsp.wa.gov
Check us out on: WSP’s Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn
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