Job Description

Initial Posting Date

05/07/2026

Application Deadline

05/27/2026

Agency

Oregon State Department of Police

Salary Range

$5,907 - $9,143

Position Type

Employee

Position Title

Forensic Supervisor 2 – Autopsy Technician Supervisor

The Oregon State Police in Clackamas, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Forensic Supervisor 2 position. This is an in-office position without the opportunity for a remote or hybrid work schedule.

Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.

If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact ***email_hidden*** and reference REQ-199722.

The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Summary Of Job Duties

In this position, you will supervise autopsy technician staff and provide support for all morgue functions, in service of assisting and supporting the state forensic pathologists. This includes day-to-day supervision of morgue staff to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures; consistent service delivery; reviewing and establishing morgue procedures; maintaining morgue equipment and supplies inventory; and managing weekly autopsy technician work schedules.

As the Autopsy Technician Supervisor, you will interview and recommend hiring of new staff members; provide training for subordinates; evaluate subordinates’ performance; and recommend personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, or disciplinary actions to ensure adequate and competent staffing.

This position reports to the Medical Examiner Administrator and works closely with the Chief Medical Examiner and the Deputy State Medical Examiners.

Please Note: Prior to being hired with the Oregon State Police Medical Examiner’s Office, you will be required to participate in a full background investigation process which will include a Criminal History Check.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of lead work, supervision, management, or progressively related experience in forensic science for an accredited laboratory;

OR

A bachelor’s degree in natural science, physical science, forensic science, or a closely related field AND one year of experience managing in an accredited forensic laboratory;

OR

A master’s degree in natural science, physical science, forensic science or a closely related field;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Skills

• Experience managing technical staff, including planning and directing daily workflow to effectively utilize available resources while maintaining a flexible, adaptive approach.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to provide clear and concise communication to staff, as well as external partners, such as funeral homes, law enforcement agencies, medical offices, and grieving families.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external partners, while promoting cooperative team and individual efforts.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective supervision and experience managing employees, including providing performance coaching in a union represented environment.
• Ability and willingness to make well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, using sound judgment to evaluate the potential impact and implications.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Special Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to provide credible sworn testimony in a criminal or civil proceeding arising from the performance of duties.
• As a condition of employment and / or to routinely work in any of the Forensic Services and Pathology Division’s laboratories in any capacity, all individuals are required to provide appropriate samples for inclusion into the Confidential Staff DNA Identification Index.

Selection Process

The process will be comprised of the following evaluation assessment (subject to change).

• Interview

How To Apply

Apply in Workday by the deadline listed above, failure to submit your application by 11:59PM of the above listed date will result in automatic disqualification of your application. You must submit a resume demonstrating your experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications for the position. In addition to a resume, you must submit a cover letter – no more than two pages in length – addressing how you meet each preferred skill for this position. Failure to attach a resume addressing the minimum qualifications and a cover letter addressing the preferred skills will result in disqualification of your application. Please submit these documents in either MS Word or PDF format. Documents submitted in formats other than MS Word or PDF will not be reviewed and will result in disqualification of your application. Please only attach documents that are requested in this posting. Any additional documents that are submitted at this stage will not be reviewed. After applying be sure that you answer the questionnaires related to citizenship and Veteran’s Preference points. In order to receive Veteran’s Preference points, this is a required questionnaire.

The Oregon State Police does not offer visa sponsorships.

U.S. Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard Servicemember Status Designation

Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.

For more information, please visit Veterans Resources

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