Job: EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN

Job Title: EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN
Salary: $801.00 - $1,592.00 Biweekly $20,826.00 - $41,392.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: 61 Riesner, Texas

PN# 07042

HOUSTON POLICE (SPECIAL FUNDS)
TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
N/A
61 RIESNER*
WED - SAT, 9:00 P.M. - 7:00 A.M.*
Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Process DWI prisoners including, but not limited to: Operation of Intoxilizer/Breath Alcohol Testing Instrument. Operation of Breath Alcohol Testing Van and equipment. Administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Properly maintain custody and submit all evidence and paperwork. Testify in County/District Court when required by the District Attorney's Office. Attend required departmental training as directed.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to intoxicated persons in a confined environment. Routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires one year of experience in warehousing, shipping and receiving, bookkeeping and inventory control or a related field, preferably in law enforcement and /or a high security environment.

Special Requirement(s): Due to the sensitive nature, high security environment, and value of property and/or evidence impounded, successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving and state licensure. Must attend and pass first testing attempt of the Intoxilyzer Operator School and maintain proficiency and certification. Must pass and maintain proficiency in the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration 'Standardized Field Sobriety' course. PREFERENCES: PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to applicants with law enforcement or high security experience. GENERAL INFORMATION: SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.SALARY INFORMATIONFactors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.Pay Grade 11APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.For application status inquiries or special accommodations, please call (713) 308-9000. Our TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) phone number is (713) 837-9471.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.An equal opportunity employer