Evidence Technician - Evidence Unit na City of Colorado Springs, CO

About the Department

About the Job: In this position you may be assigned to the CSPD (Colorado Springs Police Department) Impound Lot or the CSPD's Evidence Unit. In this position, you will collect/manage evidence, property, and items scheduled for destruction.  This posting is for the Evidence Unit.

Job Posting Statement: This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.

As an Evidence Unit Technician, you will: 

• Retrieve and transport evidence, property, and items for destruction from/to all police divisions
• Verify barcode label information and evidence tracking system entry for each item during the evidence intake process 
• Use mobile scanners to track all evidence and property in accurate storage locations; enter required  data in the evidence tracking system; maintain all evidence and records for strict chain-of-custody accountability
• Identify proper storage locations for various types of items, including flammable lockers, refrigerators, freezers, firearms, and narcotics as well as general storage
• Store evidence and personal property in a manner that promotes item integrity and security; protect stored items against damage/deterioration/loss/tampering in a manner that poses no hazards to persons or cross-contamination with other objects
• Inspect and safely handle packaged firearms; verify serial numbers; ensure weapons are unloaded, made safe, properly marked and packaged
• Safely handle and store packaged narcotics
• Prepare homicide evidence items for proper storage and retention 
• Answer phones and respond to emails; facilitate citizen appointments; provide requested information to internal and external customers as authorized
• Process owner notifications for property per laws and directives and prepare property for release; verify identity and/or proper documentation for release; document all transactions for proper chain of custody
• Provide excellent customer service and remain calm in often tense situations
• Prepare and process items requested by officers, detectives, the Metro Crime Lab, District Attorney’s Office, outside agencies and courts
• Assist with the destruction of contraband, firearms, and other items designated for destruction
• Prepare and transport evidence to and from CBI (Colorado Bureau of Investigations) and other laboratories or designated locations
• Perform disposition in strict accordance with local, state, and federal laws and established directives
• Operate all duties within established guidelines and safety requirements; identify any safety hazards and bring to the attention of the chain of command
• Participate in random audits and inspections ensuring items are accounted for and process are being followed
• Testify in court

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Methods and techniques of filing and record-keeping
• Established safety procedures related to safe lifting, handling biological/blood contaminants, sharp objects, and firearms
• Basic police operations and protocol
• Principles and practices of property and evidence custody
• Provide excellent customer service in often tense situations
• Interpret and understand changing policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Conduct extensive research utilizing multiple databases and software systems
• Remain up-to-date on evidence handling practices and policies
• Maintain and update a variety of files and records
• Use modern office technology, including various supporting software and databases

Position Duties

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
• One year of full-time, professional experience in a related field
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Possess, or obtain within three months of hire, NCIC/CCIC (National Crime Information Center/Colorado Crime Information Center) certification
• Possess or obtain within three months of hire Department of Transportation Hazmat certification

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working in law enforcement or other criminal justice setting
• Experience handling police evidence
• Critical thinking skills

Other Qualifications

Please contact CSPD Human Resources at [email protected] for any questions about this position. 

Pre-employment Requirements: The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.

The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

The background check for this position includes a polygraph examination and fingerprinting.

Physical Demands: The ability to lift up to 30 pounds overhead is required.

Environmental Conditions: Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel and possible exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, noise, vibrations, and biohazards.  

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