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  • Property & Evidence Supervisor

    Escondido, California United States CITY OF ESCONDIDO, CA Full Time $79,020.00 - $105,906.48 Annually Jul 21, 2025
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    CITY OF ESCONDIDO, CA

    Settled in a long valley in the coastal mountains of Southern California, Escondido, which means "hidden" in Spanish, lies about 18 miles inland, 100 miles south of Los Angeles, and 30 miles northeast of San Diego. Surrounded by avocado and citrus groves, our award-winning City is a diverse, vibrant community with just the right mix of small-town friendliness and big-city buzz. More and more people are making Escondido their "City of Choice." As the heart of San Diego North, it is one of the few remaining communities where people of all income levels can enjoy the Southern California lifestyle. We offer attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, comprehensive healthcare, and the nearby San Diego Zoo Safari Park. In addition, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, brings world-class entertainment to the area along with Queen Califia's Magical Circle, a sculpture garden in Kit Carson Park donated by late internationally renowned artist Niki de Saint Phalle. In recent years Escondido was named by Money Magazine as the Best Place in the West in which to retire and, at the other end of the spectrum, was named a Kid-Friendly City for our broad range of youth programs. Ladies Home Journal also ranked Escondido number eight among the Top Ten Cities for Government. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community. You can see it in the historic homes of Old Escondido or experience it in the thriving downtown area and the weekly blast to the past, "Cruisin' Grand." Yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise. New jobs, new cultural amenities, new entertainment venues, new choices for residential living, and a new vision for Escondido's future, make Escondido a city to watch.

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    Job Description

    Summary

    If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Property & Evidence Supervisor in our Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.

    Under general direction, supervises and coordinates the personnel and activities of the Escondido Police Department Property Unit; supervises assigned personnel; develops training programs for sworn and non-sworn personnel; supervises the receipt, storage, safeguarding, disposal, inventory control and issuance of a wide variety of evidence, narcotics, police equipment, supplies, and property; develops and maintains a quality assurance program; establishes policies and procedures to meet national property unit standards; researches and implements new technologies to increase efficiency; and performs related duties as required.

    Key Responsibilities

    The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

    Supervises and coordinates the daily operations of the Evidence and Property Unit, including staff responsible for handling evidence, property, narcotics, and supplies.

    Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure compliance with legal standards and departmental goals.

    Oversees the intake, storage, inventory, and disposal of evidence and property, ensuring proper documentation and chain of custody.

    Conducts regular audits of high-risk items such as money, weapons, and narcotics; ensure strict adherence to safety and security protocols.

    Evaluates and improves operational efficiency, storage methods, and resource allocation; recommends and implements process improvements.

    Oversees the unit’s budget, including preparation, monitoring, and expenditure control; prepares cost estimates and makes budget recommendations.

    Supervises the procurement, issuance, and inventory of department equipment and officer safety gear; oversee replacement of lost, stolen, or damaged items.

    Coordinates and delivers department-wide training on evidence handling, storage, and destruction procedures.

    Reviews reports to determine property ownership and authorize the return or disposal of items in accordance with policy and legal requirements.

    Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding property and evidence; explain procedures and ensure transparency.

    Testifies in court regarding evidence handling and chain of custody as needed.

    Maintains accurate records and prepares reports on unit activities, trends, and compliance.

    Selects, trains, evaluates, and disciplines assigned personnel; fosters a positive and productive work environment.

    Stays abreast of industry trends, legal updates, and best practices; attends professional meetings and recommends relevant updates to procedures.

    Ensures all operations minimize liability exposure to the City through strict adherence to legal and procedural standards.

    Performs related duties as required.

    QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of:

    State and federal statutes and case law covering contraband, drugs, and the use of physical evidence in court, the rules of criminal procedures concerning time limits, discovery, evidence, and expert witnesses.
    Supervisory management principles and techniques.
    Police Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and unit functions.
    Principles of business letter writing and report preparation.
    Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
    Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
    Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
    Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
    English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
    Principles and practices of customer service.

    Ability to :

    Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
    Select, supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
    Develop written work policies and procedures.
    Prepare, monitor and update the budget for assigned personnel.
    Supervise and conduct sensitive investigations, and maintain confidentiality and security of records and information.
    Properly identify all evidence and make available in same condition as received for introduction in court when needed and with adequate documentation to establish the chain of evidence.
    Properly identify all property and return to owners in same condition as received.
    Maintain proper procedures for release or destruction of property and evidence per department policy.
    Effectively deploy and review the work of staff and Police Officers, and special investigational details.
    Prepare clear and concise administrative reports.
    Interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
    Analyze emergency situations and adopt quick, reasonable and effective courses of action.
    Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
    Recommend improvements in departmental operations and in the rules, regulations, and policies governing the department.
    Develop and implement inventory control systems to ensure that evidence and supplies can be stored, located and retrieved easily.
    Conduct detailed and organized internal audits to ensure the integrity of all evidence and assets.
    Lift and move objects of moderate to heavy weight.
    Maintain a calm and professional demeanor at all times.
    Participate in the development and administration of program goals, objectives and procedures.
    Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
    Compile data, maintain records and files and participate in the preparation of clear and concise reports.
    Oversee and participate in the provision of a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
    Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
    Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, staff, vendors, outside agencies and the public.
    Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

    Minimum Requirements

    Education/Training:
    Graduation from high school or equivalent. College level coursework in law enforcement, public administration or closely related field is desirable.

    Experience:
    Four years (full-time equivalent) of progressively responsible experience working in a law enforcement property room. Other occupations that include knowledge of housing and locating items may be substituted for law enforcement property room experience. Knowledge of barcoding systems is highly desirable. Experience in leading or supervising the work of others is desirable.

    License or Certificate:
    Related POST certified training courses are highly desirable.
    Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License.

    Supplemental Information

    NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.

    SELECTION PROCEDURE

    Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.

    All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify®.

    The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment.

    Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

    Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.

    VETERANS' PREFERENCE

    Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:
    • Served in the U.S. armed forces
    • Received an honorable discharge
    • Did not retire from military service
    • Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.

    Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.

    ABOUT OUR CITY
    The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.

    EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

    The City of Escondido offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

    The Benefits of Choice program offers you a range of benefits. You choose the coverage that is right for you, your family and your budget. Read this e-Guide for an overview of your options, with links to additional details and forms.

    For a more detailed overview of this benefits package, please visit the Supervisory Benefit Summary

    Closing Date/Time: 8/4/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
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Everything You Need To Apply To Criminology Jobs In Government

Are you ready to respond to the call of criminology within the government sector? With the right preparation and knowledge, you can turn your passion for criminal justice into your profession. Here we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to help you understand the requirements and navigate the application process of some of the best criminology jobs in the nation.

 

Types of Criminology Careers in Government

The government offers a wide range of criminology jobs, each with its own unique responsibilities and requirements. Some popular positions include:

1. Crime Analyst
  • Analyze crime data to identify patterns and trends.
  • Assist law enforcement agencies in developing strategies to prevent and solve crimes.
  • Utilize statistical analysis and data visualization tools to present findings.
2. Criminal Investigator
  • Conduct investigations into suspected criminal activities.
  • Gather evidence, interview witnesses, and make arrests.
  • Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and prosecutors.
3. Forensic Psychologist
  • Assess the mental health of individuals involved in the criminal justice system.
  • Provide expert testimony in court proceedings.
  • Develop treatment plans for offenders and support victims of crime.
4. Criminologist
  • Conduct research on the causes and consequences of criminal behavior.
  • Analyze crime data and develop theories to explain criminal activity.
  • Advise policymakers and law enforcement agencies on effective crime prevention strategies.
5. Forensic Science Technician
  • Collect and analyze physical evidence from crime scenes.
  • Perform laboratory tests on evidence using scientific techniques.
  • Provide expert testimony in court regarding forensic evidence.

Take the time to research each role and determine which one aligns best with your interests and skills. Consider shadowing professionals in your desired field or conducting informational interviews to gain a deeper understanding of the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of each position and verify that it's the right for you.

 

Educational Requirements

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To be accepted into a criminology department, you'll need to meet specific educational requirements. While the exact requirements may vary depending on the position and agency, most roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

1. Bachelor's Degree
  • Most entry-level criminology jobs in government require a Bachelor's degree.
  • Common majors include criminology, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or political science.
  • Some positions may accept degrees in related fields, such as social work or public administration.
2. Master's Degree
  • Some advanced or specialized positions may require a Master's degree.
  • A Master's degree in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field can enhance your knowledge and skills.
  • Pursuing a Master's degree can also help you stand out from other applicants and increase your earning potential.
3. Doctoral Degree (PhD)
  • Certain high-level positions, such as criminologists or research roles, may require a PhD.
  • A doctoral degree involves extensive research and original contributions to the field of criminology.
  • Obtaining a PhD can open doors to academia, policy-making, and leadership roles within government agencies.

While a Bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement for most criminology jobs, proceeding to earn a Master's or Doctoral degree can significantly boost your career prospects!

In addition to formal education, many government agencies also value relevant certifications, such as:

  • Certified Crime Analyst(CCA)
  • Certified Criminal Justice Specialist(CCJS)
  • Certified Fraud Examiner(CFE)

Obtaining these certifications demonstrates your expertise and commitment to professional development.

It's essential to research the specific educational requirements for your desired job and plan your academic journey accordingly. Consider reaching out to professionals in your target role or contacting the hiring agency directly to gather more information on their preferred qualifications.

 

Work Experience and Internships

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While education lays the foundation for a career in criminology, hands-on experience is equally essential. Government agencies often seek candidates with relevant work experience or internships, as it demonstrates your ability to apply your knowledge in real-world settings.

1. Internships
  • Many government agencies offer internships for students or recent graduates interested in criminology.
  • Internships provide valuable opportunities to gain practical experience and network with professionals in the field.
  • Look for internships with local, state, or federal law enforcement agencies, courts, or correctional facilities.
2. Entry-Level Positions
  • Some government agencies hire candidates for entry-level positions that relate to criminology, such as police officers or probation officers.
  • These roles can serve as stepping stones to more advanced criminology positions.
  • Gaining experience in entry-level positions can help you understand the inner workings of the criminal justice system and develop essential skills.
3. Volunteer Work
  • Volunteering with local law enforcement agencies, victim support organizations, or community outreach programs can provide valuable experience.
  • Volunteer work demonstrates your commitment to the field and can help you build relationships with professionals in the industry.
  • Consider volunteering with organizations that align with your specific interests, such as domestic violence shelters or youth mentoring programs.

Don't wait until after graduation to start gaining experience! Seek out internships and volunteer opportunities early on to build your resume and stand out from other applicants.

When applying for criminology jobs in government, be sure to highlight your relevant work experience and internships on your resume and cover letter. Describe your responsibilities, achievements, and the skills you developed in each role.

In addition to formal internships and work experience, consider pursuing research projects or assisting professors with their studies. Demonstrating your ability to conduct research and analyze data can be a valuable asset in many criminology jobs.

Collaborating with professors on research projects not only enhances your skills but also provides opportunities for mentorship and professional recommendations.

Remember, the key is to gain practical experience that aligns with your career goals in criminology. Be proactive in seeking out opportunities and making the most of each experience to build a strong foundation for your future career.

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Essential Skills for Criminology Professionals

To excel in a criminology career within the government sector, you'll need a diverse set of skills. These skills will help you navigate complex cases, communicate effectively with colleagues and the public, and make data-driven decisions.

1. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Analyze complex information and evidence to draw logical conclusions.
  • Identify patterns and connections in criminal behavior and activities.
  • Develop innovative solutions to prevent and solve crimes.
2. Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Effectively communicate findings and recommendations to colleagues, superiors, and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with team members and other agencies to achieve common goals.
  • Build trust with victims, witnesses, and community members.
3. Emotional Intelligence and Empathy
  • Demonstrate understanding and compassion when interacting with victims and their families.
  • Manage stress and maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
  • Practice self-care and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
4. Attention to Detail
  • Carefully examine evidence and data to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Maintain meticulous records and documentation.
  • Identify minor details that could be crucial to a case or investigation.
5. Proficiency in Data Analysis and Research
  • Utilize statistical analysis techniques to interpret crime data and identify trends.
  • Conduct thorough research to support investigations and decision-making processes.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field of criminology.
 

Navigating the Government Job Application Process

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Applying for criminology jobs in the government sector can be a complex and competitive process. However, with the right strategies and preparation, you can increase your chances of landing your dream job.

1. Create a Profile on CareersInGovernment.com.

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    offers jobs in the U.S. federal government.

  • Create a detailed profile that highlights your education, experience, and skills.
  • Upload a tailored resume and cover letter for each job application.
2. Tailor Your Application Materials.
  • Carefully review the job posting and identify the key qualifications and requirements.
  • Customize your resume and cover letter to showcase how your experiences and skills align with the specific job duties.
  • Use keywords from the job posting to demonstrate your fit for the role.
3. Prepare for the Assessment Process.
  • Many government jobs require applicants to complete assessments, such as written tests or structured interviews.
  • Research the types of assessments commonly used for your desired position.
  • Practice sample questions and scenarios to build your confidence and skills.
4. Be Patient and Persistent.
  • Government hiring processes can be lengthy, often taking several months from application to job offer.
  • Stay organized and keep track of your applications and follow-up tasks.
  • Continue to apply for relevant positions and network with professionals in the field.

In addition to these steps, it's essential to network and build relationships with professionals in the criminology field. Attend job fairs, join professional organizations, and connect with alumni from your academic program to expand your network and learn about potential job opportunities.

When applying for government jobs, be prepared for additional steps such as background checks, security clearances, and drug screenings. These processes can take time, so be patient and responsive to any request for information or documentation, completing the action in a timely manner.

 

Conclusion

Pursuing a criminology job in government can be a challenging but incredibly rewarding journey. By understanding the educational requirements, gaining relevant experience, developing essential skills, and navigating the application process, you'll be well-prepared to launch a successful career in this dynamic field.

Building a career in criminology within the government sector requires dedication, perseverance, and a willingness to adapt to change. Stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in the field, and actively seek out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.

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