Property and Evidence Custodian - Sheriff

The Wake County Sheriff's Office is looking for our next Property and Evidence Custodian who will be responsible for receiving, documenting, storing and maintaining the integrity and security of all items of property and evidence submitted; maintaining the custody and control of thousands of items of property and evidence as well as ensuring that property and items of physical evidence acquired are properly tagged, preserved, stored, and safeguarded.

You will be responsible for monitoring and arranging disposition of each item as soon as possible; determining and implementing the appropriate disposition for all property and evidence; coordinating with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies regarding stolen and recovered property and the preservation of evidence; assisting investigators during search warrants by advising on evidence collected as well as coordinating the disposal of narcotics and hazardous chemicals.

Essential Functions

Coordinate, manage, organize, and perform as required all necessary evidence/property control functions in the Evidence/Property Department Log, record and enter data Generate and maintain various reports on evidence/property in custody or storage Dispense, dispose and release property in an appropriate and legal manner, in accordance with established guidelines of evidence and property Properly store and maintain evidence/property in various facilities utilized by the department Research case files, microfilm, computerized records, reports, and contacts/interacts with other units and agencies in order to facilitate disposal of evidence Conduct local and LEAD/NCIC computer file searches and queries on weapons and other items of evidence for information Perform FOID background checks on firearm owners prior to transfer and release Conduct ECOURSE and EWARRANTS Research, analyze and determine the rightful owner of property, evidence and found items Provide notification to property owners, schedule appointments, release items and compose written correspondence Communicate with crime victims, family member and suspects regarding property and evidence matters Deliver, or arrange for delivery, evidence to crime laboratories for analysis as appropriate, as well as the return of such evidence to Department custody Perform audits and inventory on items of evidence/property stored with the Department controlled facility.

Prepare inventory of property that is eligible under State Statue for disposal or auction and coordinate with administration for disposal of said property Properly utilize safe methods in handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials Clean and disinfect storage facility Maintain adequate supplies of materials and equipment to facilitate all duties related to the Evidence Section Display extensive knowledge of and adhere to policies, rules and regulations and related Federal, State and locals laws Train, assist and advise personnel in proper evidence procedures, packaging requirements, laws, and case returns Act as liaison with other local law enforcement agencies, court personnel, attorneys, labs and other officials May testify in court