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Evidence Technician jobs are open across law enforcement agencies, crime labs, and municipal government departments, from entry-level technician to senior evidence custodian, with specializations in chain-of-custody management, digital evidence handling, and property room operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Type:Part Time
- Salary/Pay Rate:$30.01-$35.00/Hour DOQ
- Posted Date:11/12/2026 1:16 PM
- Deadline to Apply:12/03/2026 5:00 PM
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of Evidence Technician. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, police department supplemental application, resume, and letter of interest to the HR Office or by email to jspencer@coosbayor.gov. All application materials submitted via email must be submitted as an attachment in word or pdf format. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by email at jspencer@coosbayor.gov or on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/job-openings
EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: It is the policy of the Coos Bay Police Department to ensure that evidence in its custody can be properly secured and stored, readily retrieved, and that any changes in its custody have been properly and fully documented. Employees must care for seized property in order to retain its evidentiary value, ensure return of property to rightful owners, and preserve the property from contamination or deterioration. This position within the Police Department is a non-sworn position.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This employee works under the direct supervision of the Administrative Captain.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervision of other employees is not a normal responsibility of any employee in this classification.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this classification may perform any of the following duties:
- Receive, maintain, and dispose of all evidence/property submitted to the evidence room in accordance with Coos Bay Police Department Policies and Procedures Manual and State and Federal Laws and guidelines.
- Tracks status of property and physical evidence stored in the Coos Bay Police Department evidence lockers and property room.
- Maintains physical security and observes safe handling procedures of property and evidence submitted by police officers into the evidence lockers and property storage locations.
- Maintain computer files and property/evidence in accordance with outlined procedures. Prints and distributes status reports of property and evidence in police custody.
- Coordinates the release, return, transfer, auction or other lawful disposition of seized property and evidence.
- Provides assistance with evidence reviews in which Case Officers, Defense Attorneys and District Attorneys review items related to trials.
- Assist with the auditing of evidence lockers and property rooms by comparing physical inventory against computerized and written records to verify items are accounted for and in the proper physical location.
- Other duties as identified relating to the general duties of the position.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the English language and spelling, ability to work independently and make sound decisions, ability to understand fairly complex oral and written instructions and act upon them accordingly, ability to operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws and regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: An employee in this position must have excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task and complete work in a timely and accurate manner; ability to read and interpret complex regulations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and have the ability to work independently. Must be able to develop and maintain positive cooperative team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and other citizens you come in contact with.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Graduation from high school or completion of GED equivalent; preference will be accorded to applicants who possess previous experience as Police Property and Evidence Custodian or experience involving inventory control. Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filling this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Telephone, computer terminal, photocopy machine, fax machine, calculator, City owned motor vehicles, and other standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristic described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
GUIDELINES: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
UNION STATUS: Represented
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
FTE: 17 hours/7-day work period, subject to change for operational necessity.
GENERAL SCHEDULE: Two 8.5 hour days per week, typically Tuesdays and Thursdays
Hiring Process: Applicants must complete and submit the required City application, police department supplemental application, resume, and letter of interest by 5:00 pm on Thursday, December 3, 2026, as specified in this job announcement. All applicants will be notified of the final status of their application via email.
Application Acceptance Period: November 12, 2026- December 3, 2026
Review of Applications: December 3, 2026- December 10, 2026
First Round of Interviews with Selected Candidates: December 15, 2026
Chief’s Interviews: December 21, 2026
Projected Start Date: January, 2027- Actual start date will depend on background investigation and other factors.
Note: The city reserves the right to conduct additional interviews, and this may affect the projected date for offer of employment.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: Employees work in a strong team-oriented environment. This is a part-time hourly position and is not benefits eligible. Employees will accrue sick leave in accordance with state requirements, as well as observe the 11 holidays observed by our non-represented staff unless the holiday falls on a non-scheduled workday.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMMUNITY: Information about the City of Coos Bay and the Bay Area is available at www.coosbayor.gov.
- Type:Part Time
- Salary/Pay Rate:$30.01-$35.00/Hour DOQ
- Posted Date:11/12/2026 1:16 PM
- Deadline to Apply:12/03/2026 5:00 PM
The City of Coos Bay is soliciting applications for the position of Evidence Technician. To apply for the position, interested parties should submit a city application, police department supplemental application, resume, and letter of interest to the HR Office or by email to jspencer@coosbayor.gov. All application materials submitted via email must be submitted as an attachment in word or pdf format. City applications are available from the City Manager’s Office, City Hall, 500 Central Avenue, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, by email at jspencer@coosbayor.gov or on the City’s website at https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/job-openings
EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: It is the policy of the Coos Bay Police Department to ensure that evidence in its custody can be properly secured and stored, readily retrieved, and that any changes in its custody have been properly and fully documented. Employees must care for seized property in order to retain its evidentiary value, ensure return of property to rightful owners, and preserve the property from contamination or deterioration. This position within the Police Department is a non-sworn position.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This employee works under the direct supervision of the Administrative Captain.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervision of other employees is not a normal responsibility of any employee in this classification.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this classification may perform any of the following duties:
- Receive, maintain, and dispose of all evidence/property submitted to the evidence room in accordance with Coos Bay Police Department Policies and Procedures Manual and State and Federal Laws and guidelines.
- Tracks status of property and physical evidence stored in the Coos Bay Police Department evidence lockers and property room.
- Maintains physical security and observes safe handling procedures of property and evidence submitted by police officers into the evidence lockers and property storage locations.
- Maintain computer files and property/evidence in accordance with outlined procedures. Prints and distributes status reports of property and evidence in police custody.
- Coordinates the release, return, transfer, auction or other lawful disposition of seized property and evidence.
- Provides assistance with evidence reviews in which Case Officers, Defense Attorneys and District Attorneys review items related to trials.
- Assist with the auditing of evidence lockers and property rooms by comparing physical inventory against computerized and written records to verify items are accounted for and in the proper physical location.
- Other duties as identified relating to the general duties of the position.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the English language and spelling, ability to work independently and make sound decisions, ability to understand fairly complex oral and written instructions and act upon them accordingly, ability to operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws and regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: An employee in this position must have excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task and complete work in a timely and accurate manner; ability to read and interpret complex regulations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and have the ability to work independently. Must be able to develop and maintain positive cooperative team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and other citizens you come in contact with.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Graduation from high school or completion of GED equivalent; preference will be accorded to applicants who possess previous experience as Police Property and Evidence Custodian or experience involving inventory control. Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filling this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Telephone, computer terminal, photocopy machine, fax machine, calculator, City owned motor vehicles, and other standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristic described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
GUIDELINES: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
UNION STATUS: Represented
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
FTE: 17 hours/7-day work period, subject to change for operational necessity.
GENERAL SCHEDULE: Two 8.5 hour days per week, typically Tuesdays and Thursdays
Hiring Process: Applicants must complete and submit the required City application, police department supplemental application, resume, and letter of interest by 5:00 pm on Thursday, December 3, 2026, as specified in this job announcement. All applicants will be notified of the final status of their application via email.
Application Acceptance Period: November 12, 2026- December 3, 2026
Review of Applications: December 3, 2026- December 10, 2026
First Round of Interviews with Selected Candidates: December 15, 2026
Chief’s Interviews: December 21, 2026
Projected Start Date: January, 2027- Actual start date will depend on background investigation and other factors.
Note: The city reserves the right to conduct additional interviews, and this may affect the projected date for offer of employment.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: Employees work in a strong team-oriented environment. This is a part-time hourly position and is not benefits eligible. Employees will accrue sick leave in accordance with state requirements, as well as observe the 11 holidays observed by our non-represented staff unless the holiday falls on a non-scheduled workday.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMMUNITY: Information about the City of Coos Bay and the Bay Area is available at www.coosbayor.gov.
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The qualifications that appear most often in evidence technician jobs.
- High school diploma or associate degree in criminal justice or a related field
- Experience maintaining chain-of-custody documentation and evidence logs
- Familiarity with evidence management software and barcode tracking systems
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal evidence handling regulations and protocols
- Ability to pass a thorough background investigation and polygraph examination
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in high-volume property environments
Tips for Your Evidence Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to chain-of-custody language
Evidence technician postings screen heavily for chain-of-custody terminology. Use phrases like property room management, evidence intake, barcode tracking, and disposition procedures throughout your resume so it clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
List every evidence management software you know
Many agencies require familiarity with specific evidence management systems like BEAST, PropertyRoom.com, or department-built platforms. Name every system you've used, even briefly, because hiring managers often filter applications by software name before reviewing anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists evidence technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your IACLEA or IAPE certification before applying
The International Association for Property and Evidence certification signals that you understand evidence standards beyond on-the-job training. Agencies with accreditation requirements often move certified applicants to the top of their hiring lists without requiring additional screening steps.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for evidence technician roles frequently ask how you'd handle a discrepancy in an evidence log, a contamination concern, or a court subpoena for a missing item. Rehearse step-by-step answers that demonstrate your understanding of documentation requirements and notification protocols.
Follow up after interviews with documentation specifics
After your interview, send a brief follow-up that references a specific topic discussed, such as a software transition or an evidence audit process the agency mentioned. It shows you were listening and reinforces that your attention to detail carries outside the lab or property room.
Evidence Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most evidence technicians?
Placer County, City Of San Rafael, and Rimkus are hiring the most evidence technicians right now, with openings concentrated in California, Colorado, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal police departments and county sheriff offices account for the largest share of active openings at any given time.
How many evidence technician jobs are remote?
About 50% of evidence technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most evidence custodian work. The sub-areas with the highest remote share tend to involve digital evidence review, audit coordination, or administrative evidence management rather than physical property room duties.
How do you become an evidence technician?
Start by earning a high school diploma or associate degree in criminal justice, forensic science, or a related field. Complete any required law enforcement pre-employment testing your target agency uses, then apply for entry-level property or evidence technician openings. On the job, you'll learn agency-specific evidence management software, chain-of-custody procedures, and court preparation processes. Earning an IAPE certification after hire strengthens your long-term career standing.
Can you get hired as an evidence technician with little or no experience?
Yes, many agencies hire entry-level evidence technicians with no direct experience as long as you have a clean background and strong organizational skills. Volunteering with a local police department's civilian program, working in a records or property management role in any sector, or completing a criminal justice internship all help demonstrate the attention to detail agencies look for before formal experience exists.
What does the evidence technician interview process look like?
Most agencies begin with a written application review and background questionnaire, followed by a structured panel interview that includes scenario-based questions about evidence handling, discrepancies, and chain-of-custody decisions. Finalists typically complete a thorough background investigation, polygraph, and sometimes a medical or drug screening before receiving a conditional offer. The full process can take several weeks depending on the size of the agency.
Where can I find and apply to evidence technician jobs?
You can find and apply to evidence technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and career goals.
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