Chief Medical Examiner Investigator - Lead & Train

Travis County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County in Austin seeks a seasoned Medical Examiner Investigator Supervisor to direct, monitor and lead the ME Investigator staff, managing high-profile and complex death investigations and ensuring compliance with policies.

This role develops training, schedules staff, prepares evaluations, and collaborates with law enforcement and external agencies; requires a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years in criminal investigation with 3–5 years in supervision, ABMDI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or related field and 5–7 years in criminal investigations.
• 3–5 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Eligible to apply for ABMDI Board Certification.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages personnel, equipment and supplies in the investigative section.
• Prepares schedules, timesheets for payroll and approves leave time.
• Conducts interviews and training of new investigators.
• Performs high-profile and complex death investigations.
• Monitors compliance with policies and legal requirements.
• Organizes investigations, assigns workload, and prepares reports.
• Liaises with agencies and testifies in court when required.

Skills

Staff supervision

Interviewing

Leadership

Policy enforcement

Public speaking

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related field

Tools

ABMDI eligibility

Office software

Digital photography & X-ray equipment

Job description

Travis County in Austin seeks a seasoned Medical Examiner Investigator Supervisor to direct, monitor and lead the ME Investigator staff, managing high-profile and complex death investigations and ensuring compliance with policies.

This role develops training, schedules staff, prepares evaluations, and collaborates with law enforcement and external agencies; requires a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years in criminal investigation with 3–5 years in supervision, ABMDI eligibility.