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Northern Arizona University Hiring for Evidence and Property Technician OR Evidence and Property Technician, Senior at Flagstaff Full Time
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Evidence and Property Technician OR Evidence and Property Technician, Senior
Location: University Police
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 607191
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation’s preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
Special Information
- This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
- This position may be subject to unusual work hours and callouts in emergency situations associated with working in a 24/7/365 public safety agency. This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
- Travel between campus locations is a regular part of the position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive, on university business to pass an online defensive driving course and submit their driver’s license number for periodic records review. The law affects all faculty, staff and students who drive any university-owned motorized vehicles. For more information on NAU Authorized Driver Policy
Job Description
The NAUPD Evidence and Property Technician or Evidence and Property Technician, Senior (EPT) serves as evidence and property custodian who receives, documents, stores, secures and releases property taken into control by the police department and is responsible for on-going audits of inventory, computer entries and records data in accordance with established procedure. This position is exposed to dangerous materials such as biohazard materials, weapons and/or narcotics. The EPT may assist with crime scene processing and is subject to call out. The EPT disposes of property after adjudication or written release from officer by releasing to owner, destroying, or selling property according to established procedures, photographs evidence before destruction as necessary. The EPT arranges the transport of evidence to the state laboratory for scientific examination. The EPT maintains video evidence storage, software, and equipment and serves as the primary content redaction specialist in accordance with state public records laws and criminal court procedures. The EPT receives lost and found property; tries to locate/notify owner; documents and releases to owner after confirming identification. The EPT stores records according to a set retention schedule. The EPT orders, stores and issues inventory of supplies and equipment to personnel such as uniforms, weapons, and associated equipment.
The EPT or EPT, Sr is also responsible for fleet management to include maintaining logs and making arrangements for maintenance and repair of department equipment and vehicles; performs minor repair or maintenance as required. The EPT will serve as a purchasing card holder for the department and responsible for associated processes and requirements. The EPT provides public assist functions to include fingerprinting and traffic control. The EPT completes departmental reports as necessary. The EPT is responsible for ensuring department compliance with, and providing proof of, evidence and property related CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies) and ALEAP (Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program) standards as assigned by the NAUPD Accreditation Manager.
Evidence and Property Technician
Supports university law enforcement efforts by collecting and maintaining physical evidence from crime scenes to provide consistent and accurate information. Works in coordination with university police to ensure proper gathering and handling of all evidence and property based on established institutional standards.
Managing Police Property and Evidence Function – 40%
- Work with members of NAU Police Department in maintaining proper chain of custody, storage and disposition of property and evidence.
- Collaboration with State Crime Laboratory for testing of evidence and the County Attorney’s Office on any and all evidentiary issues.
- Support regular evidence audits.
- Ordering, maintaining and outfitting officers and civilians with department issued uniforms, equipment and supplies.
- Assisting in response and observes crime scenes and collection of evidence at such.
- Serves as the department’s fingerprint technician and provides fingerprinting services to the public.
- Maintains the department’s vehicle fleet and ensures all vehicles are serviced and repaired.
- Assists with the disposal of evidence after adjudication or written release from officer by releasing to owner, destroying or selling property according to established procedures.
Managing Police Video Public Records Storage and Redaction – 25%
- Maintains on body video software and retention of video based on state retention schedule.
- Redacts on body video for public release upon request.
Customer Service and Collaborative Problem Solving – 20%
- Identifies issues and/or concerns that are affecting the University community with an emphasis on issues within control of the property and evidence unit.
- Works in partnership with the University community, public, criminal justice agencies, and other users to effectively resolve the identified issues and/or concerns.
- Work collaboratively with the community, public, and private organizations, and department members to resolve issues.
Compliance and Reporting – 10%
- Assures compliance of the Property and Evidence Function with accreditation standards.
- Prepare and complete analytical and statistical reports and memos as required for CALEA/ALEAP compliance and reporting purposes.
Other – 5%
- Other duties as assigned.
Evidence and Property Technician, Senior
Collects and evaluates forensic evidence from university crime scenes in coordination with university police efforts to provide consistent and accurate information. Works alongside law enforcement staff to ensure proper gathering and handling of all evidence and property based on established institutional standards.
Managing Police Property and Evidence Function – 35%
- Maintaining proper chain of custody, storage and disposition of property and evidence.
- Collaboration with State Crime Laboratory for testing of evidence and the County Attorney’s Office on any and all evidentiary issues.
- Conducting regular evidence audits.
- Ordering, maintaining and outfitting officers and civilians with department issued uniforms, equipment and supplies.
- Response to crime scenes and collection of evidence at such.
- Serves as the department’s fingerprint technician and provides fingerprinting services to the public.
- Maintains the department’s vehicle fleet and ensures all vehicles are serviced and repaired.
Managing Police Video Public Records Storage and Redaction – 25%
- Maintains on body video software and retention of video based on state retention schedule.
- Redacts on body video for public release upon request.
Customer Service and Collaborative Problem Solving – 25%
- Identifies issues and/or concerns that are affecting the University community with an emphasis on issues within control of the property and evidence unit.
- Works in partnership with the University community, public, criminal justice agencies, and other users to effectively resolve the identified issues and/or concerns.
- Work collaboratively with the community, public, and private organizations, and department members to resolve issues.
- Serves as the point of contact to answer questions from lower level staff and resolve issues
- Collaborates with members of NAU campus police to answer questions and resolve issues related to university crimes.
Compliance and Reporting – 10%
- Assures compliance of the Property and Evidence Function with accreditation standards.
- Prepare and complete analytical and statistical reports and memos as required for CALEA/ALEAP compliance and reporting purposes.
Other – 5%
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
¿Evidence and Property Technician
- High School Diploma
- 1-2 years of relevant experience
- Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- Possession of valid Arizona Class D driver’s license upon employment.
¿Evidence and Property Technician, Senior
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One year of experience in proper handling of evidence and storage, distribution and accountability of materials, supplies and equipment; OR,
- Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- Possession of valid Arizona Class D driver’s license upon employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior work experience in a law enforcement agency.
- Associate’s Degree
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of laws and procedures relating to the handling of evidence.
- Knowledge of material handling, storage and recording techniques.
- Knowledge of general vehicle and electrical equipment maintenance.
- Skill in keeping complete, accurate records.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office software as well as other records management systems.
- Ability to effectively communicate both in verbal and written formats.
- Ability to pass the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System Level B terminal operator certification within six months of hire.
- Ability to work with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Background Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees’ right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Salary
Evidence and Propety Technician
¿Salary range begins at $37,584. Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.
Evidence and Propety Technician, Senior
Salary range begins at $45,023. Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.
FLSA Status
This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The incumbent is eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time according to University policy. Further, the employee must submit timesheets that accurately reflect all hours worked.
Benefits
This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website. Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU’s BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee’s start date.
Learning and Development
Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship
NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Application Deadline
July 17, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click on the “Apply” button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the “Submit” button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus – on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, [email protected], or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
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