Salary Range:   $39,047 - $62,866     FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Receives various types of evidence and property such as sums of money, documents, drugs, and weapons confiscated by local law enforcement officials; checks for accuracy of items listed on property sheets; and records and stores evidence and property.

Signs for, transfers, and releases evidence and property using prescribed security measures; enters information into computer system to complete custody transaction; ensures secure transport of evidence to and from crime and toxicology labs for testing or court as needed; and ensures all property and evidence are preserved and accounted for according to regulations.

Maintains documentation related to evidence/property received and released; and generates reports and updates files and records information in database upon receipt or release.

Assists with evidence/property items in court as necessary and testifies in court as to chain of custody; and follows procedures ensuring secure storage of evidence.        

Receives and executes court orders to destroy evidence; arranges for destruction of weapons and contraband in accordance with regulations; and maintains appropriate records.

Prepares and returns stored and found property to rightful owner. Responds to questions, complaints, and requests for information from citizens, court personnel, officers, other law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, attorneys, and other individuals.

Prepares or completes various property forms and reports or other documents.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required; two years of experience in inventory management, property and evidence processing or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. 

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.