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UPMC Passavant

Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue * Monitor security, fire, and environmental ... Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary. * Operate UPMC vehicles in ...

UPMC Senior Communities

Security Officer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$18.99 - $28.11/hr

Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue * Monitor security, fire, and environmental ... Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary. * Operate UPMC vehicles in ...

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How much do police morgue jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for police morgue in the United States is $87,613.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Police Morgue job?

A Police Morgue job typically involves working in a morgue or forensic unit within a law enforcement agency. Responsibilities may include handling, identifying, and processing deceased individuals, assisting with autopsies, and maintaining records related to forensic investigations. Employees in this role often work closely with medical examiners, forensic pathologists, and law enforcement officers to help determine causes of death in criminal and unexplained cases. Strong attention to detail, emotional resilience, and knowledge of forensic procedures are essential for this job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Police Morgue position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Police Morgue role, you generally need specialized training in forensic science, mortuary science, or a related field, along with strong attention to detail and foundational knowledge of legal procedures. Familiarity with mortuary equipment, body handling protocols, and digital case management systems is typically required, while certification as an autopsy technician or forensic assistant may be preferred. Discretion, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills are vital for working with law enforcement, medical professionals, and grieving families. These competencies ensure sensitive evidence handling, accurate documentation, and respectful treatment of decedents in a demanding and highly regulated environment.

What are some typical challenges faced when working in a police morgue?

Working in a police morgue involves exposure to sensitive and sometimes distressing situations, such as handling deceased individuals and supporting ongoing investigations. Staff must carefully follow established protocols for evidence preservation and maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times. The role can require close collaboration with law enforcement, forensic pathologists, and sometimes family members, requiring strong communication and emotional resilience. Successful employees are those who can balance technical accuracy with compassionate service, even under challenging circumstances.

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Infographic showing various Police Morgue job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 84% Physical, and 16% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $87,613 per year, or $42.1 per hour.
Police Officer

Police Officer

Lexington Medical Center

West Columbia, SC

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Lexington Medical Center rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 101 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

472nd of 994 rated hospitals

Job description

LCHSD Police Dept. 
Full Time 
AM/PM Shift 
6a-6p or 6p-6a TBD


Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000.00 

Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer.

Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state's first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer's care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship.

Job Summary

The Police Officer responds to and resolves calls for service, performs law enforcement duties and patrols the District to ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Years of Experience: None
Substitutable Education & Experience: None
Required Certifications/Licensure: Possess a South Carolina Class 1 Police Officer Certification or attain certification within the first 12 months of employment. successfully complete annual requirement to maintain South Carolina Class 1 Police Officer Certification, as well as the following: firearms qualification, defensive tactics (to include intermediate weapons), Criminal Justice Information Systems Security and Awareness, Restraint Application, Crisis Intervention and any and all required training through Lexington Medical Center; Possess International Association of Healthcare Safety and Security Basic Certification or attain certification within first 12 months of employment; certified in CPR or attain certification within the first 3 months of employment; Must have and maintain a valid South Carolina's driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle record and background screening as outlined in the Vehicle Safety policy (Subject to annual Motor Vehicle Record review and satisfactory results).
Required Training: Successfully complete a psychological evaluation; Successfully complete initial and annual Department Physical Fitness Test; Successfully pass a comprehension exam as required by the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy; Experience with Windows Operating System (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint); Ability to read and write English fluently and follow both written and oral directions.

Essential Functions
  • Patrols all areas within the District on a regular and non-scheduled basis.
  • Responds to calls for service.
  • Observes, instructs, corrects, investigates and reports persons or incidents involving, but not limited to, suspected break-ins, tampering, vandalism, thefts, property damage, safety hazards, smoke, fire obstructions and conditions or violations contrary to the best interest of the District.
  • Responds to requests for assistance of all natures to include the more serious offenses such as but not limited to; an armed individual, an active shooter situation or any crime where a weapon may be involved.
  • Conducts interviews and investigations of complaints or persons accused or suspected of illegal activities. 
  • Prepares written reports of investigation based on his or her actions.
  • Prepares for and gives legal testimony in court.
  • Operate vehicle and equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
  • Ensures compliance of accreditation standards within the District.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Participates in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including firearm proficiency, apprehension and arrest techniques, defensive tactics and other general law enforcement skills.
  • Checks packages and identification.  Detains and questions unauthorized persons with improper identification or those in restricted or inactive locations.
  • Provides armed escorts of arrested prisoner(s) to the Detention Center.  May also transport a prisoner(s) to court from the Detention Center.
  • Provides secure transportation for behavioral health patients throughout South Carolina.
  • Release remains of deceased patients from the Morgue to the proper funeral home(s), making sure the body is properly identified.
  • Checks parking areas for violations and issues parking citations.
  • Locks and unlocks certain entrances, offices and areas.
  • Acts as a liaison between Public Safety and different District departments under a Hospital Watch Program. 
  • May be placed temporarily in charge of a shift in the absence of a supervisor.
  • Ensures timely resolution to requests.
  • Any other request assigned by management.
  • The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties.

We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families:

  • Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits 
  • Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one.  LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
  • Employer paid life insurance - equal to 1x salary
  • Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary 
  • Adoption assistance
  • LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee's desires and abilities and the hospital's needs.

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