Property and Evidence Supervisor

The Property and Evidence Supervisor oversees the daily operations and staff of the Police Department’s Property and Evidence Unit, ensuring efficient and compliant management of all property and evidence. This position is responsible for maintaining adherence to state laws, industry standards, and departmental policies governing the receipt, storage, and disposition of property and evidence.

The ideal candidate brings a minimum of five years of supervisory experience in property and evidence management in a law enforcement environment. They will have a proven track record of leveraging technology to enhance unit efficiency and operations. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, including the ability to develop reports and perform complex inventory audits. An Associate’s degree is required.

At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values:

• Integrity
• Initiative
• Empathy
• Optimism
• Innovation
• Adaptability

Only a limited number of the most highly qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. The examination process for this position may include a panel interview, written assessment and comprehensive police background check.

All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email – please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as messages will come from a system generated source.

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

• Oversees Property & Evidence Operations: Ensures all property and evidence is properly received, documented, stored, tracked, and disposed of in compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes, Rules of Criminal Procedure, accreditation standards, and industry protocols. Safeguards evidence integrity, including maintaining an accurate chain of custody.
• Leads and Develops Staff: Supervises Property and Evidence Unit personnel by assigning and prioritizing work, providing training and direction, conducting performance evaluations, and making hiring, disciplinary, and termination recommendations while fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
• Ensures Compliance & Accountability: Coordinates and conducts audits, inventories, and inspections across all storage locations to ensure proper handling, security, and accurate accounting of property and evidence; oversees destruction of sensitive items and preparation for public auction.
• Manages Unit Operations & Projects: Monitors unit operations, coordinates projects, establishes goals, analyzes performance, researches legislative changes, and recommends process and policy improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Coordinates Critical Processes & Support Functions: Manages time‑sensitive evidence viewing and release, responds to callouts as needed, monitors facility security (including after‑hours response), and coordinates procurement of supplies, equipment, and services to support operations.
• Provides Professional Expertise & Representation: Prepares reports and documentation, delivers training and guidance to staff and stakeholders, provides court testimony as required, represents the Department in public settings, and performs related duties to support unit operations.

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two-year associate’s degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.
• Experience: Minimum three years of…