Sheriff's Property and Evidence Specialist II-26271308

The Sheriff's Office is hiring for Sheriff's Property and Evidence Specialist II

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your knowledge in collecting and preserving evidence? Are you detail oriented? This is a great opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and leadership abilities!

The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment.

Future Salary Increases

** June 25, 2027 - 4.17% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.17% Market Increase)

About The Position Sheriff’s Property and Evidence Specialists II are assigned to the Sheriff’s Property and Evidence Unit. This position is responsible for specialized duties related to collection, preservation, secure storage, lawful disposal, and custody chain maintenance of property and physical evidence acquired by the Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies.

Additional information, please visit Sheriff’s Property and Evidence Specialists II job classification.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the drive to excel, communicate effectively, be a knowledge worker, customer focused, value and respect others, participate in teamwork and collaboration, be a continuous learner, demonstrate ethical behavior and be supportive of change.

Minimum Qualifications• One (1) year of experience as a Sheriff's Property and Evidence Specialist I with the County of San Diego OR

• Eighteen (18) months of experience receiving, storing, releasing, and disposing of property and evidence in a law enforcement agency

Note: A valid California Class C driver's license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel. Employees may be required to use their own vehicle. Conditions of Employment As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.

Background Investigation Incumbents must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates may be subject to a background investigation which may include a truth verification or other examination or test.

Blind Applicant Screening The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Evaluation The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a five (5) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information provided on the employment applicant and supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure that all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans. Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information.

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