Evidence Technician

Evidence Technician Citrus County Sheriff's Office June 3, 2026 JOB TITLE: Evidence Technician PAY GRADE: 108 PAY RANGE: $19.73 /hour - $26.66 /hour; $41,038.40 - $55,452.80 annualized JOB TYPE: Non-exempt, full-time (40 hours), Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. This position requires on call status and must be available on nights, weekends and holidays. JOB LOCATION: CCSO Operations Center 1 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Inverness, FL 34450 REPORTS TO: Evidence Custodian Supervisor NOTE: IF A CURRENT CCSO EMPLOYEE - DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IS JUNE 13, 2026 AT 5:00 P.M. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN HUMAN RESOURCES BY THAT DATE AND TIME. INTERESTED EMPLOYEES SHOULD COMPLETE A REQUEST FOR PROMOTION/TRANSFER FORM AND SUBMIT THROUGH CHAIN OF COMMAND TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION. JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: An Evidence Technician is responsible for the handling, processing and documentation of evidence/property, ensuring the integrity and chain of custody throughout the evidence/property lifecycle. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Receive, log, store and dispose of evidence/property submitted to Evidence. Maintain accurate records of all transactions and ensure proper documentation is completed for each piece of evidence/property. Ensure the integrity of all evidence/property collected, adhering to Florida Statutes and standards for storage and disposal. Facilitate requests for testing at FDLE or private labs. Participate in audits and inventories of evidence/property to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Provide testimony in legal proceedings regarding the evidence received and the procedures followed during its handling. Physically lift and transport items using ladders, hand trucks, carts and other equipment. Drive an agency vehicle to transport evidence/property to and from all Evidence Storage facilities, other agencies and labs. Communicate with deputies, detectives and civilians for the disposal/release of evidence/property. All CCSO employees are considered essential emergency workers and are subject to working in any capacity/hours deemed necessary by the Agency during activations, including but not limited to, in-County and out-of-County deployments. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong computer skills to complete, update and submit required reports and documents. Ability to operate portable equipment including, but not limited to, battery chargers, jumper cables, air compressor, hand truck, fire extinguisher and ladders. Ability to handle firearms safely. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS: Two years’ minimum experience required in receiving and issuing equipment, supplies or evidence. High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certification of competency required, AA degree preferred. Knowledge of evidence procedures, government statutes and regulations required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Must have the ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Occasionally required to push/pull heavy objects (vehicles, safes) and use handcarts/furniture mover. Walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, lifting, pushing, climbing ladders both inside and outside of buildings. Travels to various locations using a Sheriff’s Office issued vehicle including attendance to overnight trainings outside of Citrus County. REQUIREMENTS: Must have the legal right to work in the United States. Valid Florida Driver’s License If a current CCSO employee, then no disciplinary actions within the last 12 months and completion of current position time commitment requirement. GENERAL PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: Demonstrates polite, helpful, and courteous behavior, respecting cultural differences, when interacting with the public and colleagues. Responds to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner. Must be appropriately dressed and groomed. Reports to work promptly and properly prepared, notifying supervisor of intended absences. Acts in a professional manner, following established protocols and procedures. An oral board with job-related questions and/or scenarios will be administered on a date specifically set with all potential candidates notified at least three days in advance of the specified date. The oral board passing score will be 80% or higher. The Sheriff reserves the right to make selections from internal or external sources. CONTACT: Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io for more information. EEO STATEMENTS: Citrus County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. All hires, transfers, and promotions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, religion, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Drug-Free Workplace Drug-Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr