Forensic Technician Supervisor-Forensic Center

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Market Range: 10

Hiring Salary Range: $4,144.04 - $5,655.33/Monthly

THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION

JOB SUMMARY/

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Forensic Technician Supervisor provides autopsy assistance to staff pathologists and plans, organizes, and directs the training of autopsy technicians with autopsy procedures and related activities.

• Sets up, operates, and maintains various instruments and specialized autopsy equipment.
• Assigns daily autopsy cases to technicians and non-autopsy tasks including but not limited to toxicology, histology, stocking, and custodial tasks.
• Collects forensic evidence and maintains chain of custody, as required.
• Enters evidence into a computer database.
• Prepares bodies for postmortem examinations and releases to funeral homes.
• Washes, dries, measures, and positions bodies.
• Prepares and preserves tissues and specimens.
• Performs body dissections, takes quality photographs, and collects fingerprints for identification purposes.
• Manages the monthly schedule and assigns workdays for technicians including authorizing overtime, annual and sick leave, and adjusting staff levels for annual/sick leave.
• Performs initial training, coaching, remedial training, and documentation of technician performance.
  
  Reports maintenance issues affecting autopsy operations, coordinates repairs, and informs leadership.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science, Forensics, or a similar field of study. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience performing autopsies including forensic autopsies; OR an Associate’s Degree and four (4) years of experience performing autopsies; OR a combination of education and experience to equal six (6) years. (Experience working in medical examiner’s office, managerial experience, and certification as a Pathologists Assistant.)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of anatomy and ability to perform autopsy procedures.
• Knowledge of medical examiner office functions.
• Knowledge of forensic pathologist needs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft 365.
• Ability to use a digital camera with good photography skills.

Must pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and possess a valid driver's license.

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to do the following:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift, carry, push, pull, bend, sit, climb, and stoop.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver bodies and equipment.
• Ability to properly handle and dispose of hazardous materials.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment provided due to exposure to biohazardous and/or chemically hazardous materials.

This position may be frequently required to work weekends.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Higher Education