Evidence Specialist (TLT/SDA)
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Business Administration
Posted on March 5, 2025
Salary
$70,886.40 - $89,856.00 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number
2025JL24060TLT
Department
KCSO - Sheriff's Office
Opening Date
03/04/2025
Closing Date
3/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
H9 : PSEU-Non-Comm's KCSO
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to the public and King County employees.
This assignment is benefit-eligible and is expected to last through December 2025.
SUMMARY:
King County Sheriff's Office has an outstanding opportunity for the position of Term-Limited Temporary/Special Duty Evidence Specialist assignment. This classification supports the Property Management Unit by processing evidence/property and providing a high level of customer service to the public and internal staff.
WORK LOCATION: Property Management Unit, 4623 7th Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98104
WORK SCHEDULE: Typical work schedule is 40 hours per week, on either a 5/8 or 4/10 schedule. The specific hours and schedule will be discussed with the supervisor. The work is to be performed in-person at the worksite. This position is overtime eligible with prior supervisor approval.
The Evidence Specialist position is responsible for handling Public Safety evidence, property transactions and dispositions. Job duties include the proper disposal and storage of evidence and personal property while adhering to all legal requirements.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
•Enter, modify, track and/or retrieve information and data using spreadsheets and/or customized database applications;
•Coordinate transactions; receive, release, and transport evidence and property to department facilities, personnel, courts, laboratories, owners and outside agencies in accordance with established policies and legal requirements;
•Prepare comprehensive records and reports on the collection, preservation, location and disposition of evidence as required by law;
•Secure and control valuable property, firearms and other weapons, ammunition and narcotics for evidence/property;
•Handle and process bi-hazardous and hazardous materials and other potential allergens using personal protective equipment (PPE);
•Process and/or destroy evidence and documents in accordance with established polices and procedures;
•Lift and move heave and bulky items, use ladders and hydraulic lifting equipment to stock and retrieve items from shelves and perform warehousing duties on a regular basis;
•Operate light and heavy equipment such as trucks, forklifts, and dollies to transport items and supplies as needed;
•Provide training to various individuals and law enforcement personnel on proper handling and packaging of evidence/property and on bio-hazard requirements
•Testifying in court on the integrity and chain of custody of evidence presented in criminal proceedings
•Assist with inventory, ordering, processing and distributing department supplies
•Other duties as assigned
Qualified candidates will possess 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant, store clerk or warehouse inventory/supply clerk. A combination of experience and/or education may be considered.
•Knowledge of warehouse practices;
•Knowledge of office methods and procedures, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, office equipment, filing systems, sorting and routing mail, shipping and receiving packages;
•Sufficient writing skills to transcribe, compose, edit and maintain various documents, reports and correspondences, with ability to pay close attention to detail;
•Skill in working under established deadlines and time frames;
•Ability to work independently or in a team setting;
•Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters and policies;
•Willing to work around and handle potential allergens, narcotics, bodily fluids, bio-hazardous and hazardous materials with proper training and PPE;
•Ability to lift and move heavy object weighing up to 50 lbs routinely;
•Willing and able to work mechanical lifting devices;
•Willing to learn and operate forklifts and other requirements including various transportation vehicles;
•Knowledge of safe practices for handling weapons and valuables;
•Knowledge of alpha-numeric filing systems;
•Skill in dealing effectively with the public;
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Must pass thorough background investigation, including a polygraph
•You may need to have a vehicle to be able to drive between work locations.
•For KCSO employees: if applying as a special duty assignment, KCSO employees must have approval from their chain of command
TO APPLY: Please carefully review the list of required materials before submitting your application.
Review the list of KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers and verify your qualification for employment with King County Sheriff's Office.
•King County Application (applying online satisfies this)
•Complete answers to all the supplemental questions.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Jessica Lussier, Human Resources Analyst - Senior
206-263-2542
Jessica.Lussier@kingcounty.gov
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by PSEU: Public Safety Employees Union.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$70,886.40 - $89,856.00 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number
2025JL24060TLT
Department
KCSO - Sheriff's Office
Opening Date
03/04/2025
Closing Date
3/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
H9 : PSEU-Non-Comm's KCSO
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to the public and King County employees.
This assignment is benefit-eligible and is expected to last through December 2025.
SUMMARY:
King County Sheriff's Office has an outstanding opportunity for the position of Term-Limited Temporary/Special Duty Evidence Specialist assignment. This classification supports the Property Management Unit by processing evidence/property and providing a high level of customer service to the public and internal staff.
WORK LOCATION: Property Management Unit, 4623 7th Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98104
WORK SCHEDULE: Typical work schedule is 40 hours per week, on either a 5/8 or 4/10 schedule. The specific hours and schedule will be discussed with the supervisor. The work is to be performed in-person at the worksite. This position is overtime eligible with prior supervisor approval.
Job Duties
The Evidence Specialist position is responsible for handling Public Safety evidence, property transactions and dispositions. Job duties include the proper disposal and storage of evidence and personal property while adhering to all legal requirements.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
•Enter, modify, track and/or retrieve information and data using spreadsheets and/or customized database applications;
•Coordinate transactions; receive, release, and transport evidence and property to department facilities, personnel, courts, laboratories, owners and outside agencies in accordance with established policies and legal requirements;
•Prepare comprehensive records and reports on the collection, preservation, location and disposition of evidence as required by law;
•Secure and control valuable property, firearms and other weapons, ammunition and narcotics for evidence/property;
•Handle and process bi-hazardous and hazardous materials and other potential allergens using personal protective equipment (PPE);
•Process and/or destroy evidence and documents in accordance with established polices and procedures;
•Lift and move heave and bulky items, use ladders and hydraulic lifting equipment to stock and retrieve items from shelves and perform warehousing duties on a regular basis;
•Operate light and heavy equipment such as trucks, forklifts, and dollies to transport items and supplies as needed;
•Provide training to various individuals and law enforcement personnel on proper handling and packaging of evidence/property and on bio-hazard requirements
•Testifying in court on the integrity and chain of custody of evidence presented in criminal proceedings
•Assist with inventory, ordering, processing and distributing department supplies
•Other duties as assigned
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualified candidates will possess 3 years of experience as an administrative assistant, store clerk or warehouse inventory/supply clerk. A combination of experience and/or education may be considered.
•Knowledge of warehouse practices;
•Knowledge of office methods and procedures, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, office equipment, filing systems, sorting and routing mail, shipping and receiving packages;
•Sufficient writing skills to transcribe, compose, edit and maintain various documents, reports and correspondences, with ability to pay close attention to detail;
•Skill in working under established deadlines and time frames;
•Ability to work independently or in a team setting;
•Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters and policies;
•Willing to work around and handle potential allergens, narcotics, bodily fluids, bio-hazardous and hazardous materials with proper training and PPE;
•Ability to lift and move heavy object weighing up to 50 lbs routinely;
•Willing and able to work mechanical lifting devices;
•Willing to learn and operate forklifts and other requirements including various transportation vehicles;
•Knowledge of safe practices for handling weapons and valuables;
•Knowledge of alpha-numeric filing systems;
•Skill in dealing effectively with the public;
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Must pass thorough background investigation, including a polygraph
•You may need to have a vehicle to be able to drive between work locations.
•For KCSO employees: if applying as a special duty assignment, KCSO employees must have approval from their chain of command
TO APPLY: Please carefully review the list of required materials before submitting your application.
Review the list of KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers and verify your qualification for employment with King County Sheriff's Office.
•King County Application (applying online satisfies this)
•Complete answers to all the supplemental questions.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Jessica Lussier, Human Resources Analyst - Senior
206-263-2542
Jessica.Lussier@kingcounty.gov
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by PSEU: Public Safety Employees Union.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
