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Property and Evidence Assistant (Temp)
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Position Number: 5888939
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Property and Evidence Assistant (Temp)

Requisition Number: 61030
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Temporary Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 24-Dec-2024
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado, Boulder's Police Department (CUPD) is accepting applications for a Property and Evidence Assistant! The Property and Evidence Assistant supports the daily management, scheduling, oversight, and coordination of all operations within the Property and Evidence Section, including the control and disposition of property. Reporting to the Property and Evidence Supervisor and/or the Patrol Commander, this role requires significant independent judgment and personal initiative while adhering to departmental policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable county and state statutes. This position includes an on-call arrangement for scene processing and documentation.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The members of CUPD are dedicated to providing the highest quality police services in order to improve community safety, protect life and property, and reduce crime and the fear of crime. To do this, we pledge to develop a partnership with the community, to lead a community dedication to resolve problems, and to improve the quality of life for all CU affiliates. The CUPD is a full-service police agency with 46 sworn and 36 non-sworn employees providing community-based public safety services to a diverse community of 36,000 affiliates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year long. Every year the department responds to approximately 20,000 calls for service and ensures the safety and security for all of their PAC-12 Conference athletic events with attendance at football games exceeding 50,000 fans. Patrolling the campus by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, and vehicle, the CU Boulder Police work diligently with the University community and surrounding agencies to ensure a timely and coordinated law enforcement response.

Learn more about our community: CU Student Involvement in CUPD Recruitment, Collaboration with the Campus Community, and our recent national accreditation.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Property and Evidence Management: Monitor the disposition of property and evidence to ensure compliance with legal, policy, and procedural requirements.
Accreditation and Standards: Support continuous adherence to accreditation standards and assist in assessing, developing, and implementing procedures for the Property and Evidence Section.
Reporting and Audits: Assist in creating monthly reports, conducting inventory, and preparing audit reports.
Scene Processing and Forensic Services: Provide scene services and laboratory processing for the Investigations Section, using professional forensic techniques or coordinating with external laboratory partners.
Project Management and Training: Oversee workflow improvements, coordinate member training, and manage the maintenance or upgrade of specialized equipment and software.

This role plays a vital part in maintaining the operational excellence of the Property and Evidence Section and ensuring that CUPD's standards align with standard practices.

What You Should Know

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority.
This position requires a Pre-Placement Physical.

What We Can Offer

The hourly rate for this temporary position is $38.00 - $42.00 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be driven. Be unique. Be Boulder.

What We Require

A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
At least 3+ years of experience directly related to the work assignment.
Additional licenses, certifications, essential or critical services, motor vehicle or financial checks, and campus security authority status may be required as described in the approved position description.

What You Will Need

Legal and Procedural Expertise: Frequently reviews law enforcement case records to determine evidence retention requirements in compliance with federal, state, and municipal laws.
Evidence Disposition: Demonstrates the ability to make informed decisions on the disposition of evidence, including lab submission, in-house processing, return to owners, or storage based on case requirements.
Compliance and Quality Assurance: Assists with reviewing property submissions from Patrol Officers, ensuring proper packaging, disposition, and accurate data entry in alignment with departmental procedures.
Scene Judgment and Documentation: Exercises professional judgment on scenes to identify, document, and collect relevant items, producing detailed and legally compliant reports that meet investigative and court standards.
Training and Oversight: Supports training initiatives, evaluates research conducted by Property and Evidence Specialists, and ensures the completeness and accuracy of case review packets.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by December 24, 2024 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Property-and-Evidence-Assistant-Temp/61030