Property Room Technician - Sheriff's Office

Overview

Job Posting End Date:
February 3, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $54,017 to $63,460 ($25.97 to $30.51 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. This position is with the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) and involves serving the community with a focus on public safety and professional service.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 02/03/2026 in order to be considered.

Position

Description:

Join the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO), where every day our members follow our mission "To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust." We invite you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Property Room Technician. This position performs a variety of duties which include receiving, recording, storing, and safeguarding evidence collected from crime investigations.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

• Salary: $54,017 to $63,460 ($25.97 to $30.51 per hour).

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30 - LELS 567: $54,017 to $72,904 ($25.97 to $35.05 per hour). 2026 salary ranges to be determined pending ratification of labor agreement.

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more.

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

• This position will work at the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, located at 13301 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304.

• Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion.

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Property Room Technician.

• Receive, record, store, and safeguard evidence collected from crime investigations.

• Prepare records of articles according to chain of custody procedures and maintain evidence database.

• Release property or evidence being retained to designated party for court presentation or other disposition.

• Maintain storage facility and coordinate proper disposal of sensitive materials including narcotics, bio-hazardous materials, firearms, and explosives.

• Coordinate and satisfy requests for property viewings in accordance with all rules of evidence and data privacy laws.

• Maintain inventory and order supplies pertaining to evidence and property management.

• Conduct tours and presentations to groups visiting the laboratory as necessary.

• Assist with other lab functions as needed.

• Provide credible testimony in a court of law.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a high school diploma.

• Must submit DNA sample for elimination purposes.

• Must successfully complete and pass a drug test and thorough background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Degree in Forensic Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field.

• Knowledge of procedures and processes used in a laboratory.

• Knowledge of Federal and State laws, regulations and guidelines relating to criminal law and procedures, specifically criminal evidence law.

This position contains policies regarding tattoos. No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as Unauthorized Tattoos are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

• Laboratory environment, indoor work sites

• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus,…