Police Quartermaster

Under supervision of the Support Services Captain, the Police Quartermaster is responsible for the general oversight of the police department’s equipment and supply function, to include issuing equipment and other supplies to department personnel, identifying and evaluating “police specific” equipment, making equipment and supply purchases, and maintaining inventory records. The Police Quartermaster also assists administrative personnel with the oversight and inventory of other department assets as needed.

Responsibilities

• Processes and retains accurate and orderly records
• Orders, receives, and distributes equipment
• Orders and restocks supplies
• Sorts equipment and properly assigns to personnel
• Manages and fulfills equipment requests
• Transfers information from paperwork to computer and files paperwork
• Properly maintains equipment
• Maintains inventory of equipment
• Responds to phone calls and emails from vendors, personnel, and others regarding equipment
• Assists personnel in proper use of equipment
• Researches, orders, and prepares equipment for distribution in compliance with State Code, City Code, policy, and procedure
• Sorts listed items to be auctioned or disposed and ensures documentation is completed
• Maintains close working relationship with outside equipment vendors
• Maintains equipment room in a condition so that it is prepared for outside audits
• Operates City vehicle to pick up and deliver uniforms and equipment
• Conducts audits of equipment
• Prepares items for auction/disposal
• Assists Evidence/Crime Scene Unit with processing digital photographs as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• This is an entry level position; related experience preferred but not required; law enforcement experience preferred
• Valid Utah driver’s license required
• Knowledge of purchasing and inventory procedures and equipment request forms
• Basic computer skills such as Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel
• Must demonstrate great responsibility for the care and condition of various types of equipment and be able to purchase, receive, and distribute equipment
• Must have the communication skills to be able to maintain contact with other departments, furnishing and obtaining information and displaying the judgement and tact required to avoid friction; maintain outside contact with the public, presenting data that may influence important decisions; maintain frequent contact involved in carrying out of programs and schedules requiring and influencing of others to obtain desired result; and interact with persons of various supervisory levels requiring a well developed sense of strategy and timing
• Must be able to use office equipment including a computer, copy machine, and telephone
• Must be able to drive a vehicle
• Must  be able to adhere to policies and legal guidelines to avoid a considerable amount of liability to Sandy City if equipment is not handled properly; independent judgement and tact needed to determine who is authorized to receive equipment
• While performing duties of job, employee typically handles office equipment, objects, or controls; may frequently bend, stoop, or crouch; frequently communicates with others; sits or stands for long periods of time; and may move over 50 pounds
• Constant attendance is required

Sandy City is located in beautiful Salt Lake County, Utah. Our walkable and transit-oriented city center called "The Cairns" connects mountain adventure with an active urban lifestyle. With a bustling city arts and entertainment scene, world-class mountain skiing and summer recreation, a strong network of trails and outdoor public spaces, and unsurpassed shopping and dining, Sandy City is a destination location like no other!

With low property taxes, a low crime rate, great job availability, a highly-rated school system, and excellent entertainment and recreation options, Sandy City is a great place to live and work. If you think you are ready to be a part of our community, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

• 457 Retirement Account 
• Employee Assistance Program
• No Social Security Deductions