Property and Evidence Supervisor

Salary: $33.30 HourlyLocation : Lauderhill, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2026-0324Department: Police DepartmentOpening Date: 03/24/2026Closing Date: 4/14/2026 6:00 PM EasternGeneral Statement of JobThe purpose of this position is to perform supervisory administrative and technical work in the Property and Evidence Unit, under the general supervision of the Police Chief or their designee. Employees in this classification supervise civilian personnel engaged in a variety of activities related to the receipt, packaging, storage, and disposal of impounded property in criminal and civil matters. This position requires considerable initiative, independent judgment, and decision-making in determining best practices and procedures within limits of departmental rules and regulations and applicable laws and ordinance. Performs related duties as directed.Essential FunctionsThe following knowledge, skills, and abilities, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this position. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description. Other duties may be required and assigned.Leads, supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, and completing/reviewing employee performance appraisals; prepares reports, forms, and correspondence; assists with complicated incidents, provides motivation, and develops a positive morale.Plans, organizes, monitors and evaluates operating procedures and practices in the Police Property and Evidence Unit.Supervises the confiscation function and the disposition of impounded property assuring all legal requirements are adhered to.Supervises the receipt, storage and release of any property, including evidence, controlled substances, firearms, and other found or recovered property.Establishes safeguards for long-term retention of narcotics, monies, jewelry, firearms and other evidence/property which cannot be disposed of pursuant to established procedures of the agency or by state statute.Prepares administrative reports and all other necessary correspondences; prepares policies and procedures updates.Evaluates new systems, methods, technology and equipment; recommends changes to more effectively operate the Police Property and Evidence Unit.Ensures appropriate security measures are in place and followed within the Police Property and Evidence Unit.Maintains logs and provides reports; provides updates of evidence disposition and status.Provides sworn testimony when requested or required for cases.Provides information for the annual budget as it relates to staffing and equipment.Attends seminars, classes, and takes field trips to other agencies to maintain or improve technical or professional skills.Instructs at Citizens' Police Academy on property/evidence procedures as well as assist in the training of newly hired sworn personnel.Performs related duties as directed.Minimum and Preferred QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Management, Criminal Justice, or closely related field; ANDFive (5) years of previous experience and/or training that includes law enforcement, inventory control, and clerical functions; or an equivalent; ANDState of Florida driver license.If no applicants meet the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education, training, experience, and preferred qualifications may be considered.Supplemental QuestionsPlease be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-730-3090.Please be advised: Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma/GED or College Degree/transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.The City of Lauderhill, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Veteran's PreferenceCertain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.You may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar), for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position.Applicant ScreeningDue to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer.Additional Requirements/Environmental FactorsDriving Requirements: The ability to drive and operate a personal or City vehicle intermittently throughout the work day or work week.Physical Requirements: The ability to exert heavy physical effort in very heavy work, which may involve some combination of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and/or lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials in excess of 50 pounds.Motor Coordination: The ability to coordinate eyes, hands, and feet to utilize and operate office tools, equipment, and machinery; and to handle, sort, and organize documentation.Sensory Requirements: The ability to perceive and differentiate audio and/or visual cues or signals.Form/Spatial Aptitude: The ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape; and to visually read various information.Color Discrimination: The ability to differentiate between colors or shades of color.Communication: The ability to effectively communicate with City employees, stakeholders, and the general public verbally and/or in writing as needed to exchange information, coordinate work activities, and resolve matters.Functional Reasoning: The ability to apply principles of rational systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.Situational Reasoning: The ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness, and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, measurable, verifiable, or subjective criteria.Data Conception: The ability to coordinate, manage, strategize, and or correlate data and/or information; and to exercise discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in identifying solutions or alternatives.Mathematical Aptitude: The ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate numbers, decimals, and percentages.Environmental Factors: Essential functions are performed with varied exposure to adverse environmental conditions (i.e. cold, heat, rain, sunlight, humidity, noise, dirt, odor, fumes, disease, pathogens, traffic hazards, animals, wildlife, violence, and/or explosives).01Please select the highest level of education you have obtained. Please note, you must attach a copy of your diploma/degree or transcripts to your application or it may be considered incomplete:High School Diploma or equivalentAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeMasters Degree or higherNone apply to me02In the space provided below, please write in which field your degree is in. If you do not have a degree, please write "N/A".03Please select the number of years of experience you have in law enforcement, inventory control, and clerical functions:I have one (1) to three (3) years experienceI have three (3) to five (5) years experienceI have five (5) or more years experienceI do not have any experience04In the space provided below, please describe in detail your experience in law enforcement, inventory control, and clerical functions, where you have obtained your experience, and in what capacity. Please note, "see resume" is not a valid response, and will not be considered.05Do you possess - or are you eligible to immediately obtain - a valid State of Florida driver's license?YesNo06Are you a resident of the City of Lauderhill?YesNo07Are you requesting Veterans' Preference? If you are requesting Veterans' Preference points, please upload a copy of your supporting documentation to the "Attachments" section by selecting '"Add supplemental attachment." Veterans' Preference points will be awarded only if all minimum requirements as listed on the Job Posting are met and supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application.No, I am not requesting Veterans' Preference.Yes, I am a Disabled Veteran who served on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces and who presently has an existing service-connected disability that is compensable under public laws administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), or am receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the DVA and the Department of Defense (DoD). Please upload (1) DD Form 214 and (2) documentation from DoD or DVA establishing that you have a service-connected disability.Yes, I am the spouse of a Veteran who has a total and permanent service-connected disability; or who is missing in action, captured in line of duty by a hostile force, or detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power. Please upload (1) an Award Letter stating that the Veteran is entitled to benefits under Chapter 35 from the VA or the DoD, (2) an identification card issued by the DoD, (3) evidence of marriage to the Veteran, and (4) a statement that you are still married to the Veteran at the time of application.Yes, I am a Wartime Veteran, who has served at least one day during that Wartime period as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S., or who has been awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal. Active duty for training shall not be allowed for eligibility under this category. Please upload (1) DD Form 214 confirming service during Wartime period.Yes, I am the un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability. Please upload (1) documentation from the VA indicating the Veteran's cause of death and (2) evidence of marriage to the Veteran at the time of death.Yes, I am the mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the DoD. Please upload (1) documentation from the DoD showing the death of service member while on-duty status under combat-related conditions or the DVA certifying the service-connected death of the Veteran and (2) evidence of marriage or court documents establishing the Guardianship.Yes, I am a Veteran as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S. The term "Veteran" is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was discharged or released therefrom under honorable conditions only or who later received an upgraded discharge under honorable conditions. "Active Duty for Training" does not qualify for VP. Please upload (1) DD Form 214.Yes, I am a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or The Florida National Guard. Please upload (1) a signed memorandum from their military supervisor confirming their Active status in the Reserves or Guard.08On the job posting that you are applying for, the hourly rate is listed as $33.2997. Would you consider this figure pending an in-person interview and successful completion of our pre-employment requirements?YesNo09The schedule for this position is 40 hours per week following a 5/8 schedule or a 4/10 schedule. Do you have any scheduling conflicts that would prevent you from working the required schedule for this position?YesNo10The following is YES or NO question, meaning that it does not require you to specify "with" or "without." Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation?YesNo11What was it about the Property and Evidence Supervisor position in the Police Department at the City of Lauderhill that attracted you to apply?12Based on your review of the job description, what is your understanding of the essential functions of the Property and Evidence Supervisor position?13Why are you considering leaving your current position? OR (If not currently employed) Why did you leave your most recent position?