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State of Iowa

Forensic Science Technician

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$47K - $70K/yr

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  • PTO

The Iowa Department of Public Safety is seeking to fill a Forensic Science Technician position ... letter, transcripts, and resume with the NEOGOV application. - This is not a remote position.

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Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE)

Falls Church, VA

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  • PTO

... transcripts from the school indicating the required pre-requisites and timeline for taking the ... Previous experience in forensic nursing. * Certification: Completion of Adult and Pediatric SANE ...

Inova

Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE)

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$39 - $64.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

... transcripts from the school indicating the required pre-requisites and timeline for taking the ... Previous experience in forensic nursing. * Certification: Completion of Adult and Pediatric SANE ...

Inova

Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE)

Falls Church, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

... transcripts from the school indicating the required pre-requisites and timeline for taking the ... Previous experience in forensic nursing. * Certification: Completion of Adult and Pediatric SANE ...

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How much do forensic transcription jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for forensic transcription in the United States is $22.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a forensic transcription?

A Forensic Transcription job involves converting audio or video recordings related to legal cases into accurate, verbatim written documents. These recordings may include police interviews, court proceedings, surveillance footage, or emergency calls. Attention to detail, knowledge of legal terminology, and the ability to decipher muffled or unclear speech are crucial skills. Forensic transcriptionists help law enforcement, attorneys, and courts by providing precise transcripts that can be used as legal evidence.

What types of audio materials do forensic transcriptionists typically work with?

Forensic transcriptionists are responsible for transcribing a wide variety of audio materials, including police interviews, courtroom proceedings, 911 calls, undercover recordings, and surveillance tapes. These audio files can sometimes be of poor quality or contain multiple speakers, requiring patience and a trained ear to ensure accuracy. While much of the work can be done independently, forensic transcriptionists often collaborate with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and forensic experts to clarify terminology or context. It's important to be comfortable working with confidential and sometimes sensitive content as part of your daily responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in forensic transcription?

To thrive as a Forensic Transcriptionist, you need excellent listening skills, fast and accurate typing abilities, and a strong grasp of legal and forensic terminology, often supported by relevant experience or certification in transcription. Familiarity with specialized transcription software, digital audio tools, and secure file transfer systems is important for handling sensitive evidentiary material. Attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills help professionals stand out in this field. These qualities are crucial for ensuring that transcripts are precise, secure, and usable as legal evidence in judicial proceedings.

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Infographic showing various Forensic Transcription job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,067 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Specimen Controller (Forensic)

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI • On-site

$42K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Positions of DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: Position is located at Tripler Army Medical Center.
This is an open continuous announcement.
Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available.Qualifications:Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the education or/and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
GS-05:
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service which includes: communicating with customers and personnel, assisting the supervisor with inventory management and utilizing automation software and hardware to complete tasks.
OR
Education: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
GS-06:
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service which includes: receiving urine specimens; updating an electronic tracking database showing the storage of specimens; and assisting with the preparation of laboratory documentation for use in legal proceedings.
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Education: A half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Chemistry, or Forensic Science. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 9. Add the two percentages.
Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/Employment Type: OTHER

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