Internal Only - Crime Scene Supervisor

Raleigh, NCPosted Oct 9, 2026

Job description

The Wake County Bureau of Forensic Services is seeking an experienced and highly capable Crime Scene Supervisor to lead, develop, and support the operations of Assistant Crime Scene Supervisors and Crime Scene Specialists. This role is responsible for ensuring proper evidence‑collection practices, maintaining high professional and scientific standards, and providing guidance on legal issues related to crime scene processing.

The Crime Scene Supervisor also oversees procedural development, quality assurance practices, and independent case review to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to forensic best practices. Primary Responsibilities: Schedule, supervise, and review the work of Assistant Crime Scene Supervisors and Crime Scene Specialists.

Ensure all appropriate evidence‑collection procedures and forensic methods are consistently followed. Establish or revise operating procedures, providing expert guidance on legal considerations related to crime scene processing and evidence handling. Independently review assigned cases, applying strict scientific methodology and quality‑assurance standards to maintain accuracy and reliability in forensic conclusions.

*Note: A criminal background check, credit check, polygraph examination and drug test will be conducted.

Description copied from Wake County's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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