"PROPERTY & EVIDENCE COORDINATOR"

Job Description

To serve as the custodian of the property and records unit. To receive, track and maintain reports of police operations such as accidents, arrests and criminal investigations. To manage property and evidence received by the department including found property, personal property and physical evidence while also providing fingerprinting and ID services.

1. Maintains, retrieves and issues police reports when required or as requested. Maintains reports on property and evidence received, criminal investigations and other standard reports for the Police Department. Prepares metrics reports on police related activities and distributes them to the relevant executives.
2. Receives property and evidence, documents the receipt, maintains the chain of custody and physically stores property and evidence in the designated locations. Releases property to its owner when appropriate and notifies owners of property turned into the department. Maintains reports and completes audits of property and inventory on a regular basis.
3. Follows property and evidence policies and guidelines. Updates existing processes to create efficiencies and improve service. Audits forms and packaging provided to ensure the accurate completion of relevant information and to improve the quality and speed of internal and external requests and transfers of evidence.
4. Performs additional evidence and property handling procedures for explosives, ammunition, flammable and hazardous materials, firearms, narcotics, blood and high-value items. Prepares, releases and purges property and evidence for auction or disposal as required.
5. Provides fingerprinting services to departments and individuals.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range

$18.35 - $29.80

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and one (1) year of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Certified as a Certified Property and Evidence Specialist (CPES) by the International Association for Property & Evidence Inc. required upon hire.

The UAB Police Department is proud to be recognized with Meritorious Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). This prestigious distinction, awarded to only a select group of agencies nationwide, reflects our commitment to excellence, professionalism, and community trust. As a CALEA-accredited agency, UABPD upholds internationally recognized standards in training, accountability, and service. When you join our team, you are joining a department committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring the safety of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

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