Job Description
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to protect human life and property by enforcing state laws, deterring criminal activity, and providing vital support to the state of Arizona and its citizens. Visit our website at DPS SERVICE EMPLOYEE - EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN Salary: $34,129.05 - $54,573.58
To apply, you must go to the DPS website. Click here and follow the instructions to submit your on-line application.
Job Summary The Department of Public Safety is filling a DPS Service Employee - Evidence Technician position in the Flagstaff area. Will serve in the capacity of an Evidence Technician under general supervision of a Property and Evidence Unit supervisor. Is accountable for preserving the chain-of-custody and security of hazardous/non-hazardous evidence and non-evidential property received from law enforcement personnel. Receives, logs, packages, stores, inventories, issues and assists in the release or disposal of adjudicated materials. Releases, documents and issues evidence for the purpose of performing laboratory tests or providing testimony in court. Performs other duties as assigned. This classification is designated as uncovered. Incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications Previous work experience in a stockroom, warehouse or law enforcement agency.
Any experience in these 3 categories beyond 2 years will be considered for progression to the next salary step.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements - Ability to work irregular hours, holidays, weekends, call-out and overtime.
- Ability to move packages weighing up to 75 pounds each, in compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, reach and climb (stairs or stepladders).
- Ability to perform tasks in a work area subject to unpleasant odors and temperatures of up to 120 degrees.
- Must provide a DNA sample for the staff database.
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- Ability to travel extensively throughout the state.
Pre-Employment Requirements Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona.
- Accrued vacation pay and sick days
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Top-ranked retirement plans
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
- Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
- Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Outdoor, Weekend work,