What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Property Specialist I/II position at City of Fairfield?
Join the Fairfield Police Department as a Property Specialist!
The Fairfield Police Department is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Property Specialist to join our team. This essential role plays a key part in the security and organization of evidence and property within the department, ensuring that all items are handled with the utmost care and in compliance with legal and procedural standards. If you are organized, trustworthy, and committed to supporting the department's mission of serving and protecting the community, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful impact in public safety.
Please note that this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy for a Full-time position. This position may require a thorough background investigation, polygraph, and a pre-employment medical exam to be completed on each final candidate, prior to appointment.WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is generally performed in an office, warehouse and evidence room setting and may include exposure to hazards including firearms, controlled substances and biologically contaminated substances and other potential toxic exposures, such as body fluids, odors and decomposition matter. Position may require shift work, including weekends and holidays. Frequent travel to off-site locations for transportation of evidence, trainings or meetings is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position requires sitting for long periods of time, frequent use of keyboard and visual acuity; frequent reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending and lifting is also required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, or pull property weighing in excess of 25 pounds.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Police Property Specialist I is the entry-level class in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn to perform the duties related to property and evidence. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level classification.
Police Property Specialist II is the journey level class of this series, fully competent to independently perform a variety of property and evidence duties with little supervision.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direct supervision received by the Police Support Supervisor - Property and Evidence. May provide guidance and direction to temporary workers, and/or volunteers, as necessary.
- High School Diploma or the equivalent is required. A degree or coursework in Criminal Justice or a related field is highly desirable.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.
- One (1) year experience in customer service including customer contact is required. Any work or volunteer experience in the handling and storage of evidence and property is desirable.
Police Property Specialist II:
- Two (2) years' experience in the handling and storage of evidence and property with a city, county or state law enforcement agency is required
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Include if appropriate for PD: This position requires a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
REFERENCE CHECKS:
The city utilizes an electronic reference check process. Please note that if you include your current supervisor under the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted at any point in the recruitment process without prior notification to you, even if you have marked “do not contact employer” in the Work Experience Section.
When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc.
If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that would be transferrable in the workplace. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.
The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.
Salary : $56,139 - $75,317
