Morgue Operations Assistant - Four Ten Workdays

What You'll Be Doing

The Wake County Morgue Operations section is responsible for overseeing, monitoring, improving and ensuring all aspects of Wake County's Morgue Operations are compliant with industry standards, laws and regulations. We are currently accepting applications to join our team as a Morgue Operations Assistant.

• Coordinate transportation of decedents to and from the Wake County Holding Facility with the North Carolina Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME), funeral homes, next of kin, or other responsible party
• Create, update and maintain decedent records
• Document communications
• Execute the unclaimed process for non-medical examiner case decedents
• Monitor inventory levels of essential supplies and report deficiencies to the Morgue Operations Manager
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance, ensuring equipment is clean and functional
• Assist in adjusting and executing policies and procedures related to the operations of the Wake County Holding Facility. Perform other duties as assigned

The Fire Services & Emergency Management Department is a team of diverse and innovative staff dedicated to serving the residents and visitors of Wake County. The nationally recognized success of the team lies in their constant drive to work efficiently and effectively. Each team member participates in every program, so all team members are trained in multiple functions. The team is dedicated to providing high-quality service in every part of their position with the team.

As part of this team, the Morgue Operations Division strives for service excellence that is both respectful and compassionate.

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of experience in clerical work, customer service, or related experience
• Valid Driver's License and i"safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

• Two years of related public service experience
• Experience working in a morgue, healthcare setting and/or patient transportation

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Ability to perform analysis
• Attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to adhere to safety standards

Location:

WCOBRaleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Four, ten-hour workdays each week (Mon - Fri) from 7:00am to 5:30pm. Workdays can vary week to week.

Hiring Range: 25.79 - 27.94

Market Range: 25.79 - 34.37

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 2/9/2026

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.