On Call, Forensic Technician

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Government is seeking an autopsy/forensic technician to support the Medical Examiner's Office in Orlando, Florida. The role involves assisting with autopsies, tissue collection, radiography, evidence handling, and morgue preparation under supervision.

Minimum qualifications include an associate's degree in a forensic-related field or two years of related experience. The position requires collaboration with funeral homes and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in forensic-related field or two years of autopsy/forensic tech experience.
• Experience with collecting and preserving tissues for histology and toxicology.
• Familiarity with x-ray procedures and evidence handling in a medical examiner setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving, fingerprinting, and dissection of deceased persons.
• Inventory personal property and medications.
• Collect and preserve tissues for histology and body fluids for toxicology.
• Take and develop x-rays; photograph and document evidence.
• Coordinate with funeral homes for authorizations and pickup of remains.
• Prepare morgue for storage and release after examinations.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Autopsy assistance

Forensic science

Evidence handling

Photography

Education

Associate's degree in Forensic Science

Biological Science

Health Science

Mortuary Science

Criminal Justice

Tools

X-ray equipment

Forensic photography gear

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

An employee in this position is responsible for assisting the Medical Examiner with autopsies, photographic documentation, fingerprinting, processing and submitting tissue for microscopic examination, collecting body fluids and tissues for toxicological examination, taking measurements and weights, trace evidence and injury data. Provides accountability of evidence and personal effects, forensic photography, performs x‑ray examinations and processes x‑ray images and all needed technical support. Thi s position is not eligible for full time employee benefits.

Work is performed under the close supervision and direction of the Medical Examiner or assigned supervisor, who evaluates performance based on technical knowledge demonstrated in performing assigned duties.

Job Description

Representative Duties/Assignments

Assists in the receiving, fingerprinting and dissection of deceased persons being brought to the Medical Examiner's Office.

• Inventories or confirms inventory of personal property, medications, and clothing.
• Assists in the collection and preservation for submission of tissues for histological examination and body fluids and tissues for toxicological examination.
• Takes and develops x‑rays.
• Assists in the collection and preservation of trace evidence.
• Assists in photographing, accounting, storing, and releasing of evidence to authorized personnel
• Coordinates with funeral homes for proper authorizations and arranges for pick‑up of deceased persons.
• Coordinates with funeral homes for proper authorizations and arranges for pick‑up of deceased persons
• Clean and prepare the morgue and deceased persons after the examination for storage and release.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Forensic Science, Biological Science, Health Science, Mortuary Science, Criminal Justice, or closely related field; or two years of experience as an autopsy or forensic technician/assistant or two years of experience in a closely related field.

Preferences

• Forensic/autopsy experience in a medical examiner/coroner office.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 9/26/2026. Close Date: 10/10/2026. This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Open Date: 09/26/2026. Close Date: 10/10/2026. This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

This position is located at the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office in Orlando, Florida

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre‑employment drug, physical and background check.