Forensic Pathology Operations Coordinator

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner within the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking a Criminalist. The role supports forensic pathology operations, coordinates case updates, and helps manage the intake process for students and staff.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in criminalistics or related forensic sciences, with progressive experience requirements across assignment levels. The position is essential and may require 24-hour availability during emergencies.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree with specialization in criminalistics, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physics, molecular genetics, or related field.
• Assignment Level I-B requires at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in criminalistics, forensic science, or analytic chemistry.
• Level II requires one additional year of qualifying experience, for a total of two years, or a comparable education/experience mix.
• Level III requires two additional years of experience, or a total of three years of experience.
• Assignment Level IV requires four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and documentation per accreditation requirements and procedures.
• Liaise with the office and medical examiners to deliver case updates.
• Coordinate intake processes and rotations for medical students and residents.
• Organize didactic lectures and grand rounds.
• Assemble data from scientific testing.
• Serve as Testing Results liaison for labs and OCME.
• Conduct monthly mortuary inspections and maintain inventory of samples.
• Coordinate neuro and cardiac pathology exams and related paperwork.
• Assist Medical Examiners and Forensic Investigation Staff with medical records requests.
• Receive evidence from the Evidence Department for analysis.
• Handle routine inquiries on behalf of the Deputy Chief Medical Examiner.
• Perform forensic administrative duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Criminalistics/Forensic science degree

Job description

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner within the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking a Criminalist. The role supports forensic pathology operations, coordinates case updates, and helps manage the intake process for students and staff.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in criminalistics or related forensic sciences, with progressive experience requirements across assignment levels. The position is essential and may require 24-hour availability during emergencies.