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Police Administrator Property and Evidence

Salary

$68,556.80 - $111,280.00 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00263

Division

Metro Transit

Department

Police Admin and Investigation

Opening Date

07/31/2025

Closing Date

8/14/2025 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:

TheAdministrator, Property & Evidence is responsible for coordinating and managing the daily evidence tasks involving the receipt, disposition, processing and storage of evidence and property. Receives evidence, logs, categorizes and stores property and evidence maintaining the chain of custody.

Note: This posting will establish a six (6) month eligibility list for current and future positions.

What you would do in this job

+ Collect and process all property and evidence intake on a daily basis in accordance with department policy and procedure

+ Inventory all property and evidence using the Tracker system by assigning a control number and storage location

+ Release property to the general public

+ Complete evidence requests from internal and external partners according to data practice laws

+ Retain property and evidence according to state statues and department policy

+ Complete all necessary paperwork for unclaimed property

+ Purge evidence and recovered property in accordance with applicable laws and policies

+ Provide training to police officers and others in the proper packaging of evidence and property

+ Complete property and evidence audit when appropriate

+ Testify in court relative to evidence processing and handling

+ Other duties as assigned

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

Any of the following combinations of administrative, inventory, or processing experience, including at least two (2) years of handling evidence or property in a law enforcement setting, and completed education in Law Enforcement, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field:

+ High school diploma/GED with five (5) years of experience.

+ Associates degree with three (3) years of experience.

+ Bachelor’s degree, or higher, with one (1) year of experience.

License and Certifications Requirements:

+ Ability to obtain Property and Evidence Management certification within one year of successful performance.

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

+ Experience using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

+ Experience operating basic office equipment (computer, scanner, phone system, printer)

+ Experience with Minnesota Data Practices Act.

+ Experience maintaining confidential information preferably in a Law Enforcement Agency.

+ Experience working with a diverse workforce and communities

+ Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, and excellent organization skills

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

+ Knowledge of general property and evidence intake, storage and release procedures relating to a property and evidence room

+ Knowledge of chain of custody procedures

+ Knowledge of data practice law involving retention schedules

+ Ability to communicate verbally and through writing

+ Ability to adjust to changing priorities and work independently

+ Ability to organize information and problem solve

+ Ability to maintain positive working relationships with internal and external partners

+ Ability to work with limited supervision

+ Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information

+ Ability to handle multiple tasks with efficiency

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 and tuition reimbursement.

+ 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: Non-Rep/Grade E

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:

You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.

Physical Requirements:

May carry, lift, push, or pull up to 15 pounds.

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 background check 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 background 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.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

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: 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 attached a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding 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.

04

Which of the following describes your experience and completed education?

+ High school diploma/GED with a minimum of five (5) years of administrative, inventory, or processing experience, including at least two (2) years of handling evidence or property in a law enforcement setting.

+ Associate's degree in law enforcement, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, and three (3) years of administrative, inventory, or processing experience, including at least two (2) years of handling evidence or property in a law enforcement setting.

+ Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in law enforcement, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field, and one (1) year of administrative, inventory, or processing experience. This experience must also include handling evidence or property in a law enforcement setting.

+ None of the above

05

In detail, please describe your education and work experience(s) that best qualify you for this position including employer name, job title, duties performed, and length of employment. If you do not have any applicable experience, please type "N/A".

06

Do you have experience working in law enforcement, specifically related to property and evidence?

+ Yes

+ No

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Please describe your experience working in law enforcement and how your work was related to property and evidence. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A". Please note, this work history must also be listed on your application.

08

Do you have experience working in a records management/evidence system?

+ Yes

+ No

09

If you answered yes to the previous question, describe the records management/evidence system you have used and your experience with it. If you do not have experience, indicate N/A.

10

Describe your experience using Microsoft Office products.

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Do you have knowledge and experience with the MN Data Practices Act as it relates to Evidence Management?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Describe your knowledge and experience with the MN Data Practices Act as it relates to Evidence Management. If you do not have this experience, indicate N/A.

13

Describe your experience working and communicating with diverse populations.

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Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

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

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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