Evidence Management Officer Location: Reading Police Station - Atlantic House, Imperial Way, Reading Contract Type: 3 month minimum contract Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Pay Rate: £14.23 PAYE per hour / £18.79 Umbrella per hour About the Role: The Evidence Management Officer is responsible for ensuring all evidential property coming into police possession is processed, stored, secured and disposed of in accordance with police policy, legislation and evidential procedures. The role supports operational policing and criminal investigations by maintaining the integrity, continuity and security of evidence while delivering a high standard of service to internal and external stakeholders. This is a physically active, office-based role working primarily within evidence stores and operational storage environments. Key Responsibilities: Manage the continuity, integrity and security of evidential property held within the Evidence Management Unit (EMU). Receive, record, package, store and dispose of evidence in accordance with force procedures and legislation. Attend court when required to account for evidential property in support of criminal or civil proceedings. Handle sensitive, hazardous, high-risk and high-value property including drugs, firearms and biological materials. Provide guidance and support to officers and staff regarding evidence handling, packag...