Forensic Morgue Technician

Harris County

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Job summary

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences in Houston, TX seeks a Clerical position supporting post-mortem and forensic services in a morgue/laboratory setting. The role requires precision in handling decedent information, clothing, valuables, and maintaining inventories, with daily recordkeeping and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or 60 college hours in related fields, pass a clerical skills test with 85% minimum, and demonstrate basic computer

Qualifications

Associate of Arts/Science degree or equivalent (60 college hours) from an accredited college or university in Biological Sciences, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Physical Anthropology, or a related field.
Must pass Harris County Clerical Skills Test with a score of at least 85% on all sections including a typing score of 30 wpm with 85% accuracy.
Must provide a DNA sample to be maintained by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory for quality assurance purposes.

Responsibilities

Assist pathologists during post-mortem examination including opening the thoracic, abdominal and cranial cavities.
Closes post-mortem incisions and facilitates storage of decedents.
Fingerprints decedents following post-mortem examination.
Accepts, preserves and is accountable for clothing, property, and valuables belonging to decedents.
Performs X-rays and CT scans as needed for forensic studies.
Works the morgue control desk to release decedents and personal property and records information into the database.
Records and reconciles decedent inventory on a daily basis.
Maintains safety, sanitation, and custodial conditions of the morgue daily.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Typing 30 wpm

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or 60 college hours in Biological Sciences, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Physical Anthropology, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Mission

The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.

Position Description

The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.

Vision

To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.
To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.
To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist pathologists during post-mortem examination including opening the thoracic, abdominal and cranial cavities.
Closes post-mortem incisions and facilitates storage of decedents.
Fingerprints decedents following post-mortem examination
Accepts, preserves and is accountable for clothing, property, and valuables belonging to decedents.
Performs X-rays and CT scans as needed for forensic studies.
Works the morgue control desk as needed to include releasing decedents and personal property to establishments bearing authority from next of kin and accurately enters information into the database.
Records and reconciles decedent inventory on a daily basis.
Maintains the safety, sanitation, and custodial conditions of the morgue on a daily basis.
Participates in special studies of the morgue as directed by the Director of Morgue & Histology Services.
Provides assistance to other Medical Examiner staff as needed or requested by the Director of Morgue & Histology Services or Morgue Services Supervisor.

Other Duties

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 30 wpm and 85% accuracy.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-test

Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.

ATTACHMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS (OFFICIAL OR UNOFFICIAL)
A HANDWRITING SAMPLE (INCLUDING A SAMPLE OF HANDWRITTEN NUMBERS)

Education

Associate of Arts/ Science degree or equivalent (60 college hours) from an accredited college or university in Biological Sciences, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Physical Anthropology, or a related field.

Additional Requirements

Must pass Harris County Clerical Test with a score of at least 85% on all sections including a typing score of 30 wpm with 85% accuracy.
Must provide a DNA sample to be maintained by the Forensic Genetics Laboratory for quality assurance purposes.
Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
Must demonstrate basic computer skills to include standard Microsoft Office applications.

Licensure

Must maintain a valid driver's license for the duration of employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must maintain the confidentiality and integrity of applicable information.
Must possess the ability to deal physically and psychologically with death and human remains in various stages of decomposition, disease and trauma.
Must pass criminal background check and drug / alcohol screening (prior to and randomly during employment)

NOTE

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information