Deputy Coroner job at Ada County in Boise

Ada County is hiring Deputy Coroner on Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:42:35 GMT. Hiring Wage: $39,000 - $45,000 DOE Status: 2 positions available, full-time with benefits Closing Date: Open Until Filled Application Materials: Apply online at www.adaweb.net/jobs GENERAL SUMMARY Performs investigations and collects evidence relating to 'sudden deaths' which refers to a death in which a physician has not been in attendance of the deceased or a death under questionable...

Deputy Coroner

Location: Boise Idaho

Description: Ada County is hiring Deputy Coroner right now, this job will be placed in Idaho. Further informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Hiring Wage: $39,000 - $45,000 DOE

Status: 2 positions available, full-time with benefits

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Application Materials: Apply online at www.adaweb.net/jobs

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs investigations and collects evidence relating to 'sudden deaths' which refers to a death in which a physician has not been in attendance of the deceased or a death under questionable circumstance; determines identity of the deceased; identifies next of kin and notifies them of the death; assists families in resolving concerns relating to the death; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responds to calls relating to 'sudden deaths';

Confers with police, doctors, hospital staff, families of the deceased, insurance investigators, lawyers, and media reporters;

Examines the place of death for evidence of the cause of death and the identity of deceased;

Attends the autopsies;

Conducts scene investigations in cases involving possible homicide or suicide;

Collects samples of body fluids from the deceased person;

Identifies next of kin and notifies them of the death;

Provides assistance and comfort to family members who have strong emotional reactions to notification of death;

Takes responsibility for the personal belonging of individuals who have no known relative;

Attends autopsies to supply pathologists with facts relating to the death scene;

Attends inquests and court hearing providing relevant information and testimony;

Keeps supervisor informed of the status of cases; and

Prepares written reports on cases listing pertinent case facts in manner and cause of death and body examination.

Gives necessary assistance to “reaction” cases and provides protection to the residual estate;

May take photographs of the death scene; and

Performs related duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Nursing or Medical Technologist or an equivalent combination of education and experience;

Previous experience in death investigation preferred;

Knowledge of probable causes of death under a wide variety of circumstances;

Knowledge of the rules of evidence;

Knowledge of techniques of conducting an investigation and search procedures;

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology;

Knowledge of medical terminology;

Skill in providing comfort and assistance to people grieving the loss of family or friends;

Skill in communicating in a clear and concise way in stressful situations;

Skill in written communication;

Ability to witness death scenes and observe and note details;

Ability to remember details and large amounts of information;

Ability to analyze difficult investigatory problems, adopt effective courses of action and draw appropriate conclusions;

Ability to perform work successfully in high stress situations;

Ability to use photographic equipment and take photographs;

Ability to operate passenger cars or light trucks safely;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and other agency staff.

The incumbent will be required to carry and respond to a cellular phone provided by the county;

Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho drivers license;

Will be required to work shifts;

This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The incumbent will investigate deaths in locations throughout Ada County and under various weather conditions and on various terrains which may include steep, rocky or uneven terrain;

The incumbent must have sufficient physical ability to handle, load and transport deceased bodies to the hospital/ morgue.

DISCLAIMER

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

NOTE

Ada County reserves the right, at the discretion of the appropriate appointing authority, to waive any of the minimum qualifications for those applicants whose general or specific qualifications would otherwise qualify the applicant for the position or lead the appointing authority to believe that the applicant is capable of performing the assigned duties and fulfilling the assigned responsibilities.

• If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in and/or complete the county’s application process, please contact Human Resources at the phone number or address listed hereon. (TDD call 287-7979)

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This job starts available on: Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:42:35 GMT

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