
Posting number: 26271308
Department: Sheriff
Division: Law Enforcement Support
Job classification: SHERIFF'S PROPERTY AND EVIDENCE SPECIALIST II
Posting type: Open
Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Public Records
Are you looking to apply your knowledge in detail orientation? Seize a great opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and leadership abilities!
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.
** June 25, 2027 - 4.17% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.17% Market Increase)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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