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Police Evidence Supervisor - MTPD

Salary

$86,632.00 - $140,608.00 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00161

Division

Metro Transit

Department

Police Admin and Investigation

Opening Date

05/05/2025

Closing Date

5/19/2025 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Transit Police Department is one of the fastest growing law enforcement agencies in the state due the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. There is an authorized strength of 171 full-time officers, 80 part-time officers, 55 community service officers and 40 administrative staff dedicated to one thing: public safety on and near our transit system.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Police Evidence Supervisoris responsible for the supervision and management of the Property and Evidence Unit and Body-Worn Camera/Digital Video Program. This includes oversight of physical and digital evidence intake, storage, and disposal, maintaining chain of custody, supporting court-related evidence needs, managing body worn camera and fleet video systems, and ensuring compliance with laws and department policy related to digital and physical evidence.

What you would do in this job

+ Manage intake, documentation, storage, return, and lawful disposal of physical and digital evidence.

+ Ensure chain of custody integrity and compliance with legal standards throughout the evidence lifecycle.

+ Oversee the department’s Body-Worn Camera (BWC) program, including video collection, redaction, and system maintenance.

+ Coordinate submission of evidence for court and BCA testing and oversee training for proper evidence handling.

+ Conduct audits and ensure safety, security, and compliance in handling evidence, including hazardous materials.

+ Plan, organize, lead and delegate work activities, establish priorities, monitor progress, and evaluate staff performance.

+ Supervise personnel: delegate tasks, assign priorities, manage schedules to ensure coverage.

+ Identify, recommend, and implement operational procedures for improved efficiency and effectiveness.

+ Establish work standards and goals; conduct performance evaluations.

+ Provide training and development for staff, ensure cross-training across units.

+ Review leave requests, approve biweekly timecards, and prepare reports.

+ Ensure all business processes, policies, systems, and applications comply with federal, state, and local laws.

+ Oversee technology-related projects, including testing prior to upgrades and systems maintenance.

+ Assess workflows, consult with vendors, and recommend enhancements to improve systems.

+ Ensure accurate and timely data delivery to support department needs.

+ Ensure security, confidentiality, availability, and lifecycle management of physical and digital information.

+ Conduct audits to ensure chain of custody, data accuracy, and compliance.

+ Complete onboarding process for both sworn and civilian staff, standardizing technology and access based on job function.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of experience working in law enforcement, or similar government position, with police evidence (physical and digital), system technology, project management, data practices and process improvement, or related, and completed education in Business Administration, Information Technology, Project Management, Law Enforcement, or closely related field.

+ High school diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience, including one (1) year of supervision, lead work, or providing work direction to other employees*.

+ Associates degree with six (6) years of experience, including one (1) year of supervision, lead work, or providing work direction to other employees*.

+ Bachelor’s degree, or higher, with four (4) year of experience, including one (1) year of supervision, lead work, or providing work direction to other employees*.

Valid driver's license with acceptable record is required.

* Metropolitan Council Employees Only: Successful completion of any one of the following four Metropolitan Council Leadership/Supervisory training programs will substitute for lead/supervisory experience. You must attach your certificate(s) as proof of completion of the program to your application. Only completion of one of the four programs listed below will substitute credit (6 months or 1 year) for lead/supervisory experience.

Metro Transit Leadership Academy = 1 year

Project Management Development Program (12-month session) = 1 year

Project Management Development Program (6-month session) = 6 months

Four Learning Institute Certificates - You must obtain all four certificates listed below to receive credit for 6 months supervisory experience.

+ Leading Self-Personal Effectiveness Certificate

+ Leading Self-Communication Certificate

+ Leading Self-Business Skills Certificate

+ Leading Others-Preparing for Supervisor Certificate

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

+ 2 to 5 years of supervisory experience.

+ Strong technical skills in both Digital and Physical Evidence intake, storage, retention and purging, and evidence handling.

+ Experience with and knowledge of state statutes and criminal court procedures.

+ Experience with law enforcement programs including records management systems, evidence management systems and court records systems.

+ Ability to communicate effectively and positively both orally and in writing with staff, stakeholders and other agencies, and with a customer service focus when working with the general public.

+ Experience working with diverse populations of internal and external customers.

What knowledge, skills, and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

+ Knowledge of law enforcement technology.

+ Knowledge of the criminal justice system.

+ Knowledge of project management.

+ Knowledge of payroll processes and regulations within multi contract union environments.

+ Knowledge of workers’ compensation claims.

+ Knowledge of personnel management and leadership principles.

+ Knowledge of CJIS compliance and data practices laws.

+ Knowledge of handling, receiving, storing, and disposal of police property/evidence, inventory control, recordkeeping, and materials management as well as safety and security methods and practices involved in the handling and storage of firearms, weapons, narcotics, drugs, money, vehicles, and dangerous devices.

+ Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local criminal and civil laws, codes, and regulations for Records and Evidence.

+ Skilled in Microsoft Office 365 tools {Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc).

+ Skilled in oral and written communications.

+ Skilled in supervision and leadership.

+ Ability to access computer applications to identify case reports; confirm case numbers; and identify individuals' criminal histories and warrants information, evidence inventory information such as item location and release status, and Court information such as case disposition status.

+ Ability to Communicate ideas and proposals verbally and in writing.

+ Ability to Establish and implement effective administrative programs and procedures.

+ Ability to Establish priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time management methodology.

+ Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people.

+ Ability to Lead and manage teams.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, subordinates, other City employees, vendors, contractors, and the public.

What you can expect from us:

+ We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

+ We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training.

+ We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)

Additional information

Union/Grade : TMSA / Grade H

FLSA Status : Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

Work Environment: Work is performed in a standard office setting. May require travel between primary work site and other locations.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

+ We review your minimum qualifications.

+ We rate your education and experience.

+ We conduct a structured panel interview.

+ We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a thorough background check conducted by the MTPD which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Criminal Bureau of Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal back ground check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Criminal Bureau of Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

Please note:

Making a false statement or withholding information (misrepresentation) may cause an applicant to be barred from consideration for the positions.

Candidates will be notified of their application status through e-mail only.

Note: In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the application in its entirety.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email [email protected] .

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

+ Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

+ Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

+ Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

+ Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

+ Well@Work clinic

+ bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

+ parking at many job locations

+ fitness centers at many job locations

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

+ Yes

+ No

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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?

+ CareerForce Center

+ Community Event/Organization

+ Employee Referral

+ Facebook

+ Glassdoor

+ Indeed

+ Job Fair

+ LinkedIn

+ Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

+ Twitter

+ Website: governmentjobs.com

+ Website: metrocouncil.org

+ Website: metrotransit.org

+ Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

+ Other

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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

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Which of the following best describe your education and experience?

+ High school diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience working in law enforcement, or similar government position, with police evidence (physical and digital), system technology, project management, data practices and process improvement, or related, including one (1) year of supervision, lead work, or providing work direction to other employees.

+ Associate's degree in business administration, Information Technology, Project Management, Law Enforcement, or closely related field and six (6) years of experience working in law enforcement, or similar government position, with police evidence (physical and digital), system technology, project management, data practices and process improvement, or related, including one (1) year of supervision, lead work, or providing work direction to other employees.

+ Bachelor's degree, or higher, in business administration, Information Technology, Project Management, Law Enforcement, or closely related field and four (4) years of experience working in law enforcement, or similar government position, with police evidence (physical and digital), system technology, project management, data practices and process improvement, or related, including one (1) year of supervision, lead work, or providing work direction to other employees.

+ None of the above.

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How many years of supervisory, lead work, or providing work direction to others do you have?

+ More than five (5) years of experience.

+ Two (2) to five (5) years of experience.

+ One (1) to less than two (2) years of experience.

+ Less than one (1) year of experience, or no experience.

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If you answered 'yes' to having supervisory related experience, please describe the duties you were responsible for, agency, and length of time.

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Do you have technical skills in both Digital and Physical Evidence intake, storage, retention and purging, and evidence handling?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please describe your technical skills in both Digital and Physical evidence intake, storage, retentions and purging, and evidence handling. If you do not have experience, indicate N/A.

09

Do you have experience with and knowledge of state statutes and criminal court procedures?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, describe your experience with and knowledge of state statutes and criminal court procedures. If you do not have experience, indicate N/A.

11

Do you have experience with law enforcement programs including records management systems, evidence management systems and court records systems?

+ Yes

+ No

12

If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, describe your experience with law enforcement programs including records management systems, evidence management systems and court records systems?

13

Describe your experience working with colleagues or stakeholders who are different than you (i.e. gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, etc). If this does not apply to you, indicate ‘N/A.’

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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