Forensic Investigator: Scene Response & Evidence Lead

Harris County, TX; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences in Houston, TX seeks a Forensic Investigator to document, recover and identify human remains, and to collect and preserve evidence. You will respond to death scenes, coordinate decedent transport and report findings in accordance with Texas law and department procedures.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or related field, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of crime scene investigation, photography,

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Anthropology, Biological Sciences, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of crime scene investigation, photography, fingerprints, and anatomy.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Respond to death scenes to document, recover and identify human remains and preserve evidence.
• Direct decedent transport staff and assist with scene-related tasks and evidence handling.
• Notify families, answer inquiries, and ensure smooth shift-to-shift information transfer.
• Prepare and submit reports covering operations and jurisdictions.
• Supervise admission and release of bodies, protect specimen integrity and storage.
• Coordinate with transporters for scene response and decedent recovery; testify in court as needed.

Skills

Crime scene investigation

Photography

Fingerprints

Basic human anatomy

Written and oral communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Science in Criminal Justice/Forensic Science/Anthropology/Biological Sciences or equivalent

Job description

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences in Houston, TX seeks a Forensic Investigator to document, recover and identify human remains, and to collect and preserve evidence. You will respond to death scenes, coordinate decedent transport and report findings in accordance with Texas law and department procedures.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or related field, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of crime scene investigation, photography,