Property and Evidence Custodian (Part-Time)

Lake Zurich Police Department

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.lakezurich.org

Phone:

• 847-719-1690 x 6122

Email:

• colin.gaffney@lakezurich.org

Application Deadline:

• NA

Salary:

• Starting: $25.00/hour

  Expansion of the position to full time with benefits is possible based on the needs of the position and the desire of the candidate.

Sworn:

• 33

Population:

• 20,000

Position Details

The Property and Evidence Custodian is a non-sworn civilian member of the Police Department under the supervision of the Detective Sergeant.

The Property and Evidence Custodian is responsible for the receipt, storage, and transfer of seized, recovered, and evidentiary physical and digital property.

The position requires a high level of discretion, the ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to new technologies, and work under minimal supervision.

The Property and Evidence Custodian will work up to 20 hours per week, with an annual maximum not to exceed 1,000 hours. Hours and work days are flexible, but are generally Monday-Friday. 

The position is not eligible for benefits. 

Tasks Include:

• Maintaining and managing physical and digital evidence
• Corresponding with the State’s Attorney’s Office, crime labs, and other law enforcement organizations
• Ensuring timely release and disposal of property in accordance with state law
• Maintaining property storage facilities and equipment in a clean, orderly, and efficient manner
• Monitoring department policies to ensure compliance with updated laws and procedures
• Performing additional administrative tasks as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Familiarity or experience with digital media and Axon suite preferred
• Previous experience with law enforcement systems related to position preferred (BEAST evidence management, LEADS, etc.)

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