Police Property Room Clerk

The part time civilian Property Room Clerk is a non-classified position appointed by the Director of Public Safety and which serves at the pleasure of the Director of Public Safety. The position reports to the Administrative Services Lieutenant, and is governed by applicable Rules and Regulations of the Division of Police.

Operation of the Police Divisions property auctions.

Participations in the Police Divisions property disposals and destructions.

Research and recording of case dispositions for property records.

Transports Police Divisions property and specimens to and from the requisite analyses labs.

Maintain the Division of Police property room in an orderly, cleanly and inspection-ready manner.

Stocking and supplying certain Division of Police inventory items including emergency warning fusses, Police Line tape, property room forms, club devices for immobilizations, OMVI urine test containers, laboratory analysis/request forms and junk vehicle forms.

All duties as assigned by the Property Room Coordinator, Police Lieutenant or Chiefs Office

Assists in managing the Divisions Fleet.

Assists in managing Towing Agreements.

Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required. Must pass a rigorous background investigation and meet hiring standards of a Whitehall Police Officer. Education and Experience: Must have a high school education or the equivalent. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Motor Vehicle Operators Permit.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES : Knowledge of: Possess or acquire overall knowledge of Division of Police methods, practices, directives, orders, policies and procedures especially as they pertain to this job. Must possess or acquire the knowledge of the current laws and court decisions as they pertain to the job. Inventory methods and practices. Basic mathematical principles. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices applicable to the job. Skill in: Exceptional organization skills and strength in preparing and maintaining accurate and complete records. Effectively communicating both orally and in writing. Writing legibly. Basic typing and data entry at a speed necessary for successful job performance. Proven decision making skills. Operating as lead worker and directing others.
Mental and Physical Abilities:

Must possess the physical and mental ability to appropriately, successfully and independently accomplish assigned work duties

Must possess the ability to recognize, analyze and appropriately and successfully address problems relating to assigned tasks and responsibilities

Must possess the ability to present ideas, opinions and recommendations in a clear and concise manner

Must possess the ability to develop and maintain a good work relationship with employees of the Division of Police, the City of Whitehall, and members of the public and private sectors with whom he/she conducts Division of Police business

Must possess the ability to make independent, but appropriate, decisions within the latitude granted by the Chief of Police, the Property Room Coordinator and the Divisions Rules and Regulations

Must possess the ability to and successfully complete assigned tasks and daily duties in a timely and professional manner

The ability to communicate effectively, especially in written and oral skills

Must possess the ability and acquire the knowledge to properly maintain requisite records

Must possess or acquire the skills to operate the computerized property records, and the network functions

Working Conditions: Must have and maintain a physical and mental condition sufficient to engage in the physical and mental activities required of the position as illustrated by this job description to include, but not limited to, the strength, flexibility and endurance to climb stairs; lift, carry or push objects; stand, walk or drive a vehicle for extended periods of time (an hour or more); and work at a computer terminal and/or paperwork for extended periods of time. Must be able to tolerate such work place abnormalities as violence, physical injuries, physical illness, human waste, human stench and mental illness and its associated irregularities. Must maintain awareness of the possibility of unknowingly becoming exposed to communicable diseases and illness. Must be able to tolerate and work with irate citizens and victims of crime. Must successfully complete in service, on the job training program. Must be willing to work flexible hours. Must accept part time work status, and be willing to normally work an average of twenty to thirty hours per week or less. MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED : General Office Equipment Computer Supplies, parts and equipment used in managing property room inventory Must be able to wear latex gloves.