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Notice of Special Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Mason County Civil Service Commission
will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
SAID meeting will be to consider the following:
Consider approval of revisions to the Evidence Technician position description.
If questions prior to the hearing, please contact the Chief Examiner at(360) 427-
9670, Ext. 268.
DATED this 21 st day of June, 2021.
MASON COUNTY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
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Becky Rogers, Chief Examiner
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If special accommodations are needed,please contact the Human Resources office,427-9670,
Ext. 422.
Per the Governor's Proclamation 20-28.15, the Civil Service Commission is temporarily
restricted from holding in-person meetings. All meetings will be held virtually via the Zoom
platform at this time.
If you need to listen to the meeting via your telephone, please contact Becky Rogers at
360-427-9670, ext. 268 or Email: rsr@co.mason.wa.us, twenty-four (24) hours before
the meeting to obtain the call in number for the Zoom meeting.
DRAFT Special Meeting Agenda
Mason County Civil Service Commission
Thursday, June 22, 2021
4:00 p.m.
Call Meeting to Order:
Roll Call: Susan Ickes, William Kendrick and Mark Nault
Business:
1. Approval of revisions to the Evidence Technician position description.
Action
2. Adjourn
Next special meeting is Thursday, July 1, 2021
Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA)accommodations provided upon request. Those requiring special accommodations,
please contact Becky Rogers at 360-427-9670, Ext 268 or rsr(a�co.mason.wa.us twenty-four(24)hours prior to the meeting.
MASON COUNTY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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Title: Evidence Technician Department: Sheriff's Office
Affiliation: IWA Reports to: Division Chief or Designee
Salary Range:According to the current Collective Supervises/Directs: None
Bargaining Agreement
Risk Class: 1501-00 Job Class:3008 Exempt_ Non Exempt X
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Maintain, under supervision of the Chief of the Detectives Division, the Evidence Section in the collection, preservation,
transmittal,security,integrity and release of evidentiary and property items.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Remove all property/evidence from the temporary storage areas and assign it a permanent storage place,in order to maintain
the proper chain of evidence.
Maintain accurate records of the storage location of all property/evidence so it is readily available to the courts or investigators.
After the conclusion of the court process and when the property/evidence is released by the Prosecuting Attorney's Office,it is
returned to its rightful owner and/or disposed in accordance with RCW statutes.
Assist with evidence collection/transport off-site when directed in an on-call environment(i.e.in conjunction with a search warrant
and/or major case investigation.)
This position may be exposed to graphic detailed information,photographs and materials related to criminal cases.
Prepare for sale,trade,retention,or disposal any property that cannot be returned to its rightful owner in accordance with RCW
and document properly.
Manage the impound facility;escort all non-evidence personnel and citizens into the secure area of the impound facility during
search warrants,vehicle releases,maintenance,or other necessary reasons for access.
Operates standard equipment such as vehicles, computers, copy machines, scanners, and telephones; operates other
equipment such as radios,cameras,and alarm systems.
Maintains and operates the Evidence Drying Cabinet;ensures the cabinet is sanitized and the filters are updated appropriately
for use at all times when not currently in operation;able to perform cleaning of cabinet and hanging of potentially bio-hazardous
evidence items while wearing appropriate PPE(Personal Protective Equipment)including a particle mask,safety glasses,gown
or disposable jumpsuit,and gloves.Functions as the primary operator of the cabinet and may be called after-hours to process
wet,potentially bio-hazardous items.Maintains a log of use of the cabinet including usage and maintenance.
Manages emptying,tracking,and disposal of the contents of Unwanted Drug Collection Receptacles located at the North Mason
Regional Fire Authority Fire Station#21 and the Mason County Sheriffs Office Shelton.
Arranges for disposal of unwanted or purged ammunition and fireworks(commercially produced only)to the Washington State
Patrol Bomb Squad.Arranges for proper storage and disposal of all bio-hazardous waste discarded at the Sheriff's Office North
and South Precincts.
Takes photographs of various evidence items as required.
Conducts background checks for firearms/Concealed Pistol License returns including retrieving information from various
government databases in a timely manner per RCW. Maintain ACCESS certification and required confidentiality requirements.
Est.11.17.2016/Rev 1—11.15.2018;Rev 2—06.10.2021;Rev 3—06.22.2021
Utilizes various databases to research and determine ownership and contact information for owners of property and evidence
available for release.
Work closely with deputies,records personnel,the court system,and the Prosecuting Attorney's Office to monitor the status of
cases to determine what property/evidence can be disposed of without jeopardizing any action or due process of law.
Work closely with crime labs by submitting evidence for testing and,after the testing is completed,take custody of the evidence,
in order to maintain the proper chain of evidence.
Care for and maintain,in a clean,orderly fashion,all property and evidence facilities and physical and digital evidence/property
records and see that they are properly secured to maintain the chain ofevidence.
Care for and maintain a digital evidence system. Work with the Records Department to ensure the digital evidence retention is
met. Work with the Records Department to ensure the Public Disclosure Laws are met for requests for digital evidence.
Testify in court as to the proper chain of custody.
Produce and update periodically procedures and training manuals for Evidence Section.
Advise agency personnel on policies/procedures for packaging,documenting,and submitting evidence/property materials for
storage and integrity.
Provide departmental personnel with appropriate packaging supplies.
This position maintains most current packaging and documentation standards acceptable within law enforcement and the
criminal justicesystem.
Compile statistics as requested.
Enter, update,and search data in various modules of the Sheriff's Office RIMS(Records Management System.)Respond to
public and member inquiries by telephone,in person,and via email.
Requisition equipment and supplies.
Regular,reliable and punctual attendance.
Other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:
Ability to speak,read,and write the English language.Ability to follow oral and written instruction.
Ability to understand and interpret procedures and regulations.
Ability to operate standard equipment.
Ability to operate other equipment as related to the Sheriff's Office Evidence section including the Evidence Drying Cabinet,
radios,rolling jacks,security alarms,and cameras.
Ability to communicate effectively with people regardless of age,sex,including persons with diminished social or behavioral
capacities.Ability to maintain accurate and orderly records.
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks,such as dismantling equipment and lifting heavy items.
Ability to work independently including prioritizing work duties to accommodate legal requirements and agency policies.
Ability to function effectively in stressful or pressure situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other government agencies, other employees and the
public.
Ability to read,interpret,and categorize data rapidly and accurately.
Ability to become ACCESS certified and maintain appropriate confidentiality requirements.
Est.11.17.2016/Rev 1—11.15.2018;Rev 2—06.10.2021;Rev 3—06.22.2021
Ability to deal with graphic language,report material,photos,video,orevents.
Ability to work with computers and different technologies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to see, with or without corrective lenses, well enough to read correspondence and law enforcement reports and
information,focus for extended periods of time and perform general office work.
Ability to hear with or without a hearing aid,and speak well enough to converse on the telephone,in person,and on a two-way
radio.Ability to operate computer keyboard for extended periods oftime.
Ability to wear protective gear and clothing,when appropriate including filtration masks,safety glasses,nitrile or similar protective
gloves,and protective suits.
Ability to push large,heavy objects.Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
Ability to lift objects overhead and bend to place or retrieve objects from lower shelves or the floor.
Ability to perform basic cleaning functions; vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and wiping/sanitizing of work surfaces and
equipment.
Ability to drive full-size Evidence van in various weather conditions up to 150 miles round-trip.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any equivalent combination of education and experience,which provides the applicant
with the knowledge,skills and abilities required to perform the job)
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
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AA degree in criminal justice is preferable,but not mandatory, Formatted:Highlight
Acceptable scores on civil Service examinations.
Ability to pass a background investigation which includes a polygraph exam and/or behavioral assessments.
Ability to legally possess a firearm.
Pursuant to RCW 41.14.100,must be a U.S.citizen and be able to read and write the English language.
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License
REQUIRED TRAINING FOR THIS POSITION:
Sexual Harassment&Discrimination-Annually
Blood Bourne Pathogens-Annually
Smart Risk Management-Once
Slip,Trip and Fall-Annually
Safe Lifting Practices-Annually
FEMA IS 100.C: Introduction to Incident Command System-All employees-Once
FEMA IS-700.13: Introduction to National Incident Management System-All employee's-Once
FEMA IS-907:,Active Shooter-Annually Formatted Highlight
REGULAR MONITORED DRIVER: X Yes No
Est.11.17.2016/Rev 1—11.15.2018;Rev 2—06.10.2021;Rev 3—06.22.2021
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DEFENSIVE DRIVING-ALL ANNUALLY:
Basics
R is for Reverse
Intersections
Reduce Winter Weather Accidents
General Auto Risk Program for Drivers
Additional job specific trainings may be issued at a later date.
Civil Service Commission Signature of Approval:
Date:
Date:
Date:
Elected Official/Human Resources Signature of Approval:
Date:
I have read and understand the above position description:
Employee Name: Date:
Employee Signature:
Est.11.17.2016/Rev 1—11.15.2018;Rev 2—06.10.2021;Rev 3—06.22.2021