POLICE DIGITAL EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN The City of Miramar, FL - Miramar, FL $20 - $25 an hour - Full-time, Temporary GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB THE POLICE DIGITAL EVIDENCE TECHNICIANS ARE TEMPORARY FULL-TIME POSITIONS (2) WHICH WILL BE FILLED FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR. The purpose of this classification is to retrieve, maintain, and distribute public records and documents. This includes managing all aspects of digital multimedia evidence collected by the Police Department to include receiving and cataloging, redacting, and maintaining custody of evidentiary video/audio collected and stored in digital format as well as responding to public records requests and performing other duties in the evidence section. Performs related work as required. Reports to Records Supervisor or other supervisory personnel, as assigned. Position Duties and Responsibilities SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB 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. Prepares, scan and purges documents and files in compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and public records laws. Ensures compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, general orders, rules, regulations, and standards; ensures maintenance, availability, confidentiality, and release of records to authorized individuals per established guidelines; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations. Receives and processes written, electronic and telephone requests for public records. Maintains, catalogues and stores records inventory. Maintains, catalogues, cuts, dubs, and distributes requests in relation to body cameras and in-car videos records request in compliance with public records laws. Maintains public information and documents in Records Management System, automated web systems and public records database. Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, database, or other programs. Organizes materials according to priority; refers to established procedural guidelines in carrying out assignments. Collects, receives, logs, and maintains various items, including evidence, found property, prisoner property, forfeitures, or items held for safekeeping; inventories evidence/property received and verifies that evidence/property matches documentation; prepares photographs of evidence; prepares copies of evidence for attorneys; duplicates video/audio tapes; weighs narcotics; packages items and stores in appropriate locations; maintains computer records of all items received, transferred, and returned; researches database to determine status of evidence; moves items between storage locations as needed; maintains Chain of Evidence custody at all times. Testifies in criminal and civil courts and gives depositions. Prepares evidence for courtroom presentations; assists prosecutors and defense attorneys with the review and examination of evidence; attends meetings with prosecutors to prepare for trials. Signs in/out all items being used in an ongoing criminal/civil investigation; Supervises and assists with the maintenance of property receipts and records associated with property and evidence; prepares and sets up files; sorts and organizes documents to be filed; files documents in designated order; retrieves and replaces files; shreds or destroys confidential or obsolete documents. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, property receipts, evidence correction notices, subpoenas, laboratory requests, laboratory reports, requests for court orders, property records, or other documents. Operates a variety of tools and equipment associated with work activities, which may include scales, audio/video duplication equipment, magnifying devices, evidence tape, razor knives, latent print developing chemicals, latent print envelopes, photo envelopes, bio-hazard containers, plastic heat seal bags, safety equipment, hand tools, and general office equipment. Performs general cleaning/housekeeping tasks associated with maintaining evidence room and work areas. Identifies maintenance problems and initiates requests for necessary work to correct the deficiencies or problems. Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, laboratory personnel, law enforcement personnel, court officials, attorneys, insurance companies, property owners, tow companies, vendors, the public, and outside agencies. Controls the release of all property and evidence to authorized individuals in compliance with established laws/guidelines. Controls the release of all property and evidence to authorized individuals in compliance with established laws/guidelines. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, entering data into computer, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or prepares outgoing mail/packages, or receiving incoming mail. Operates a motor vehicle and Crime Scene van to conduct work activities; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials; performs general preventative tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in operable condition. Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by two (2) years previous experience and or/training that includes criminal justice work, evidence handling, customer service, and records management. The ability to obtain certifications in: FCIC/NCIC, and CIJS within 12 months of hire. Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations related to public records and evidence handling. Knowledge of terminology, policies and procedures associated with public document retention. 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