Lead Forensic Autopsy Technician & Training

Mecklenburg County Government; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Medical Examiner's Office in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a supervisor for Autopsy Technicians. The role oversees daily morgue operations, conducts performance reviews, and leads training for new hires and current staff.

You will coordinate case assignments, mentor morgue personnel, and liaise with investigators to ensure accurate procedures and safety compliance in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing examinations and/or autopsies is required.
• Ability to develop and administer training programs for new hires.
• Strong supervisory and hiring decision capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Autopsy Technicians and perform performance reviews.
• Develop and administer training for new hires and existing staff.
• Assign cases, coordinate trainings, and ensure equal workload distribution.
• Advise morgue staff and ensure policy updates are communicated.
• Coordinate staff in non-routine events and safety compliance.

Skills

Autopsy supervision

Training & development

Staff coordination

Performance reviews

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Police Science, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or equivalent

Tools

Forensic tools

Job description

Mecklenburg County Medical Examiner's Office in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a supervisor for Autopsy Technicians. The role oversees daily morgue operations, conducts performance reviews, and leads training for new hires and current staff.

You will coordinate case assignments, mentor morgue personnel, and liaise with investigators to ensure accurate procedures and safety compliance in a demanding environment.