Evidence Property Technician II
Sarpy County
Evidence/Property Technician II
SALARY
$24.90 - $34.27 Hourly
LOCATION
Papillion, NE
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
01297
DEPARTMENT
Sheriff's Office
OPENING DATE
02/27/2026
CLOSING DATE
3/8/2026 11:59 PM Central
JOB OVERVIEW
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Evidence Property Manager, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled clerical and technical duties requiring considerable responsibility and independent judgment. Incumbent ensures the proper processing, storage, maintenance, disposal, and destruction of evidence and property in accordance with established statues, regulations, and departmental procedures, in such a manner as to be admissible evidence in court proceedings
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinate, monitor, and participate in receiving, marking, packaging, storing, preserving, logging, and maintaining property and evidence for use in court cases and other law enforcement activities.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, other County employees, Law enforcement, attorneys, other agencies, and the general public.
Receive, package, preserve, log, store, and verify evidence brought in by personnel and maintain a clear and precise chain of evidence.
Ensure that potential hazardous materials, explosives and infectious materials are handled and maintained in a strict adherence to established safety regulations.
Enter all property and evidence into the computer system, reviewing for accuracy.
Monitor, maintain, and update the computer system to reflect most current information on all evidence submitted to the Evidence Unit (e.g. testing of the evidence, results obtained, other pertinent information, etc.).
Scan and enter all evidence forms, test results, and other paperwork submitted to the Evidence Unit that is associated with a case into the computer system per operating procedures.
Ensure that necessary documentation (e.g. reports, chain of custody, files, logs, etc.) is completed, processed and maintained per established guidelines.
Direct and participate in the pick-up and transportation of property and evidence, supplies, and other items from various locations.
Account for all property in storage and prepare inventory reports on a regular basis; process monthly reports on current evidence registered.
Monitor and preserve security and maintenance of property/evidence room, and the off-site storage building.
Destroy or release property, evidence and contraband following procedures set forth in policy; update record, files, and computer entries to reflect the same.
Assist with Sheriff's Office auctions and coordinate online auctions.
Receive and respond to citizens, attorneys, court and police inquiries regarding matters of property and evidence within the expertise and authority of the technician.
Testify in court proceedings regarding duties, including but not limited to participation and involvement at crime scenes, photography of victims, processing and handling of evidence obtained in investigations, and chain of evidence.
Conduct background checks (e.g. NCJIS) on individuals and property.
Duplicate audio/video tapes and discs as requested.
Complete gun traces, through ATF, on all weapons submitted into evidence.
Maintain and order supplies necessary for proper operations of property/evidence unit.
Maintain supply of videotapes, for the Road Patrol.
View downloads and/or download digital video media for the Road Patrol that is evidence.
Download and maintain storage of digital photographs. Produce photos for court, attorneys, deputies, insurance companies, etc.
Conduct required inventory of the Evidence Room as set forth in policy.
Report to assigned worksite with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance.
Peripheral Duties
Assist in the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the property/evidence division.
Maintain and update evidence processing plan as needed.
Serve as an instructor in the deputy orientation class.
Serve as an instructor for employees assigned to the Evidence and Property Unit either in a full time, part time or temporary capacity.
Photograph Sheriff's Office employees for ID photos.
Maintain training narcotics for K-9 Unit training.
Conduct presumptive narcotic testing.
Attend training as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by a Superior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High School graduate or GED equivalent required.
Two (2) years of bona fide work experience in an administrative position required.
Previous work experience in the administration of evidence preferred.
Must be able to type 20 net words per minute (nwpm).
Special Requirements
Must be bondable.
Must successfully pass comprehensive background checks.
Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Driver's License, as well as meet eligibility requirements of "acceptable driver standards" as defined by the County.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of computers and ability to learn specialized software
Working knowledge of current office practices and procedures including record keeping systems and computerized records maintenance
General knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances and Sheriff's Office rules and regulations
Knowledge of the principles and practices of criminal justice inventory management
Knowledge of criminal rules of evidence pertaining to property
Effective communication skills
Ability to conform to scheduling demands, which may include varied hours and emergencies
Ability to perform duties with a keen sense of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Ability to take direction and to perform repetitive tasks in strict adherence to the standard of the Sarpy County Sheriff
Ability to safely handle potential bio hazardous materials and substance i.e., blood, urine, sexual assault kits and clothing, needles, hair samples, and other bio hazards submitted to the Evidence Unit
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to handle information of a confidential and sensitive nature and maintain confidentiality
Ability to understand and follow exacting verbal and written instructions
Ability to navigate and remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to prioritize work and carry out assigned projects to completion
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
Ability to operate standard office equipment, such as computer, specialized software, multi-line phone, printer, copier, scanner, fax, and calculator, along with tools and equipment specific to duties, such as County vehicle, law enforcement radio, and first aid equipment. Photography equipment, flatbed scanner, film scanner and other specialized evidence collection and maintenance equipment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
LINK TO JOB ANALYSIS:
https://ne-sarpycounty.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/2088/06-04-15-Phys-Analysis-EE-Tech-III
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside conditions. Outdoor work involves exposure to temperature extremes, high humidity, adverse weather conditions, dirt, dust, and loud noise. Work involves the potential for contact with or exposure to infectious/communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, and infectious materials. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate indoors and moderately noisy to loud when working outdoors.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, reference checks, successful completion of a national criminal background check, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, and other job related tests or checks as may be required.
DISCLOSURE
The job description is current as of the date signed. Any omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Employer
Sarpy County
Address
1210 Golden Gate Drive
Papillion, Nebraska, 68046
Phone
402-593-4465
402-593-4487
Website
Evidence/Property Technician II Supplemental Questionnaire
*QUESTION 1
Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 2
Are you able to meet the physical demands and work environment requirements of this job with or without accommodation?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 3
Due to the essential functions of the position, the employee must be able to access sensitive data bases (example: NCIC). As such, you cannot have a felony conviction to be able to access these types of databases, Do you understand this stipulation?
Yes
No
QUESTION 4
Do you currently work for Sarpy County?
Yes
No
QUESTION 5
What is your highest level of education?
Some High School
High School Diploma or GED
Some College/No Degree
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Advanced Degree
QUESTION 6
How many years of experience do you have in an administrative position?
0-1 year
2-4 years
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8-10 years
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QUESTION 7
Please describe any experience you have working in law enforcement or a related field.
QUESTION 8
Have you worked with evidence tracking or inventory management systems? If so, which ones?
QUESTION 9
A full background investigation and drug test is required as a condition of this position. Do you understand this stipulation?
Yes
No
QUESTION 10
DRIVING: Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Yes
No
*QUESTION 11
DRIVING: This position requires the operation of a motor vehicle. Please read below for Sarpy County's Acceptable Driving Standards: Do you have any of the following: a) Three or more 'at fault' accidents in the last 3 years; or b) Five or more moving violations in the last 3 years; or c) Any combination of 'at fault accidents or moving violations totaling five or more in the last 3 years. d) A DUI/DWI conviction within the last 5 years along with a history of at fault accidents and/or moving violations
Yes
No
*QUESTION 12
VETERANS PREFERENCE: Are you requesting Veterans Preference as stipulated in Nebraska Statutes § 48-225 to 48-231? Such preference includes initial employment or a return to employment with the State of Nebraska or its governmental subdivisions if termination of previous employment was for other than disciplinary reasons.
Yes
No
*QUESTION 13
VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you answer yes to claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach to your application, before submission, a copy of your DD214 including page 4 identifying your character of service (and IF disabled, verification of disability from the VA), OR if you are a spouse of a 100% disabled veteran, you must attach a copy of your spouse's DD214, showing character of service, a copy of the veteran's disability verification from the Department of Veteran's Affairs demonstrating a 100% permanent disability rating, and proof of marriage to the veteran; OR if you are a spouse of an active service member, you must attach a copy of your spouse's active service orders and proof of marriage to the active service member. All documents must be attached prior to submission of application. Did you attach all required documentation?
Yes
No
N/A - does not apply
QUESTION 14
Have you included all required attachments to this application (ie required Veterans Preference documents, resume, cover letter) ? Once you click submit, you will not be able to attach documents or edit your application.
* Required Question