Police Property & Evidence Clerk (Internal Only)
City of Burlingame Burlingame, CA, United States
- Location: Burlingame, CA, United States
- Categories: Clerical and Administrative Support, Criminology and Forensics, Public Safety
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Aug 07, 2026
Job Description:
Police Property & Evidence Clerk (Internal Only)
Description
The City of Burlingame Police Department is seeking qualified internal candidates for the position of Police Property & Evidence Clerk. This is a full-time promotional opportunity for current City of Burlingame employees.Ideal Candidate
Under the general direction of the assigned supervisor, the Police Property & Evidence Clerk performs a variety of responsible and complex administrative and technical duties related to the receipt, storage, preservation, release, and disposal of property and evidence. The position maintains the integrity of evidence throughout the judicial process, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, prepares and maintains records, and testifies in court as required.
Education & Experience
Equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate. Two (2) years of experience as a Police Clerk II or in an equivalent position.
License/Certificate
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California Class C driver's license upon appointment. Certification in property and evidence management is preferred.
Benefits
- Retirement: CalPERS retirement benefits (2.5% @ 55 for Classic members; 2.0% @ 62 for PEPRA/New members). Classic members contribute 1.5% of the City's employer contribution through pre-tax payroll deductions.
- Medical: Choice of CalPERS health plans. The City contributes up to 92.5% of the premium for most medical plans.
- Dental & Vision: Employer-funded dental and vision reimbursement benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of monthly salary, up to a maximum benefit of $3,500 per month.
- Life Insurance: $75,000 term life insurance policy.
- Vacation: Ten (10) days annually during the first four years of service, with increased accrual based on years of service.
- Holidays: Fourteen (14) paid holidays annually, including two (2) floating holidays.
- Sick Leave: Twelve (12) days per year.
- Deferred Compensation: The City matches employee contributions to a 457(b) plan up to $45 per pay period.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Section 125 plan for eligible unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses.
- Transportation Incentive Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Wellness: Reduced fees for City Recreation fitness classes.
Special Instructions
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application, including responses to all supplemental questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Unless otherwise specified, all correspondence regarding this recruitment will be sent to the email address provided on your application.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed based on relevant education, experience, training, and other job-related qualifications. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the recruitment process.
Candidates whose qualifications best match the needs of the position may be invited to participate in an oral panel interview. Candidates who successfully pass the oral panel interview may be placed on an eligibility list for future vacancies.
The Police Chief will make the final appointment.
The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City.
Deadline to Apply: August, 27 at 5:00 p.m. or upon receipt of first 50 qualified applications.
Panel Interview : TBD
Department Interview: TBD
Note: The City of Burlingame reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process.
FINE PRINT
Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to:
- successfully complete and pass a polygraph examination, fingerprinting, and a thorough background investigation.
- comply with The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States at date of hire
This position has a 12-month probationary period from the date of hire. Whereby, the selected candidate must receive a rating of no less than 'satisfactory' at the end of the probationary period to continue forward with employment. During the 12-month probationary period, the selected candidate can be terminated with, or without cause.
The City of Burlingame is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Closing Date/Time: 8/24/2026 at 11:59am