DWI Technician City of Houston, TX - 3.7 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $23.53 - $29.02 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Inventory control Phlebotomy High school diploma or GED Driver's License DUI law Entry level Full Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from:

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification:

DWI TECHNICIAN

Posting Number:

PN# 35832

Division:

PROPERTY AND DETENTION

Reporting Location:

700 NORTH

SAN JACINTO ST.

Workdays & Hours:

THURSDAY - MONDAY

; 2200-0600• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform standardized field sobriety tests (SFST) on DWI suspects, including the completion of station videos. Obtain breath specimens and/or perform blood draws from DWI suspects to determine blood-alcohol concentration. Evidence control entails entering and documenting intoxilyzer and video evidence. Process and facilitate DWI paperwork while working the applicable hold desk. Maintain all seized property and evidence in accordance with state laws, city ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Communicates with the arresting officer, transporting officer or supervisor regarding the facts of the case. Operates the current model of the Intoxilyzer instrument. Performs blood draws from DWI suspects. Assists other investigative divisions within the Houston Police Department, as needed, in collection of blood evidence, which may require some travel. Processes DWI suspects; videotapes suspects, demonstrates motor skill exercises and conducts short interviews of suspects. Performs inventory control of evidence and property by maintaining a computer database and/or other records of property and evidence. Receives, catalogs, tags and secures property, blood vials, and or blood evidence. Stores property, blood vials, and/or blood evidence in designated area. Receives and releases evidence from/to HPD officers, DA investigators and DWI Technicians for court or inventory purposes. Researches, updates, and modifies database information, Outlook, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS), division blood database, conducts criminal history checks, and files to be warrants. Acknowledges court subpoenas, attends courts and testifies as to the facts relevant to their job duties. Works the hold desk and processes holds/releases related to DWI cases. Performs other duties as assigned. All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. "Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required." If applicable, the applicant's past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a high school diploma or a

GED. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of experience in warehousing, receiving, bookkeeping, and inventory control or a related field is required, preferably in law enforcement and/or a high security environment. Special Requirement(s): Due to the sensitive nature, high security environment, and value of property and/or evidence impounded, successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid class "C" Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Certification:

Breath Test Operator:

Must provide current certification of successful completion of, or successfully complete within 10 months of employment, requisite training, testing and certification by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to take breath specimens (i.e. certified breath test operator). Once certified by DPS, must attend and successfully complete annual recertification by DPS. Must maintain certification as a certified breath test operator throughout the course of employment.

Training:

Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST): Must successfully complete within 10 months of employment, Houston Police Department SFST training and testing to perform standardized field sobriety tests. Once successfully completed SFST training and testing, must maintain SFST proficiency throughout the course of employment.

Phlebotomy:

Must successfully complete within 10 months of employment, Houston Police Department approved phlebotomy training.

PREFERENCES

•Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.•

GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

None. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

YES , this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 13 APPLICATION

PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713-308-1289). If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1289). (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunit y:

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