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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Medicolegal Death Investigator I

330 N. 19th Ave • Brighton, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$68K/yr - $99K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Medicolegal Death Investigator I for the Adams County Coroner's Office. This role is primarily responsible for investigating unexpected, unnatural, and unexplained deaths, establishing the identity of the deceased, and notifying next-of-kin. The investigator will work both independently and collaboratively, managing sensitive investigations and ensuring adherence to legal and procedural standards.

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Responsibilities

Gathers, reviews, and/or interprets a variety of written documents, independently or at the direction of executive staff. Documents include, but are not limited to: scene reports, medical/ psychological records, legal documents, police/EMS records, toxicology records, and autopsy reports

Writes comprehensive case reports

Establishes jurisdiction of death cases and responds to death scenes. May pronounce the death, and take custody of the deceased

Conducts thorough death scene investigations, including photographing the death scene and the decedent, and conducting interviews

Determines investigative technique, scope, timing, and direction of investigations

Coordinates with law enforcement agencies in the preservation and collection of evidence, maintenance of chain-of-custody, and processing of the death scene

Identifies the deceased and locates the decedent's primary next-of-kin. Notifies the next-of-kin of the death and interviews the next-of-kin

Acts as a liaison to the bereaved: obtains and relays case information and applicable resources

Interacts with a myriad of agencies and representatives to conduct investigation follow-up

Collects, inventories, and secures the decedent's medications and property

Performs radiographs and external examinations on the deceased

Conducts, obtains, or assists with the intake, collection, maintenance, and/or disposition of: bio-hazardous materials/waste, fingerprints, property, evidence, toxicology, histology, medications, specimens, and the deceased

Maintains and inventories investigative equipment and supplies

Cleans and maintains office, morgue, vehicles, and equipment

Operates and maintains scene, morgue, and autopsy equipment

Operates a variety of office equipment

Answers telephone calls

Assists with autopsies and associated cleaning duties as assigned

May perform additional administrative tasks and case reviews as assigned

May be called upon to testify in court proceedings

May greet public and perform clerical tasks

May instruct and direct interns and volunteers

May represent agency or present at public outreach events and public education functions

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Medical terminologyDeath investigation techniquesReport writingDigital photographyAutopsy assistanceJudgmentInterpersonal communicationTime managementAttention to detailDecision makingTeam collaboration

Required

Must be able and willing to work a changing and rotating schedule: days, evenings, graveyard shifts, weekends, and holidays; additionally: on-call, emergent response, upon short notice, and extra shifts as needed

Must be able and willing to work during inclement weather and under stressful circumstances

Must be able and willing to work with the deceased and with the conditions listed in Environmental Demands and Physical Demands

Must be willing to attend training/continuing education, which may include in and out-of-state travel, as assigned

Must be able to type at least 40 words per minute and write in a clear, concise, organized, and professional manner for the intended audience

Must properly use the English language: spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Must have developing knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology

Must have developing knowledge of investigative best practices and techniques

Must have developing knowledge of proper handling and processing of evidentiary material

Must have developing knowledge of state and local laws regarding deaths and human remains

Skill in working with human remains

Skill in digital photography and photography equipment

Skill in interacting with distraught and sometimes hostile bereaved individuals

Skill in typing and operating office equipment

Skill in preparing comprehensive reports

Ability to assist with autopsy procedures

Ability to work independently and collectively

Ability to execute and follow policies, procedures, standards of practice, and oral/written directives

Ability to anticipate and initiate collection of needed follow-up information and case progress

Ability to exercise good judgment, react appropriately in emergency or stressful situations, exercise persuasive and tactful authority

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, other agencies, and the general public

A high school diploma or GED equivalent AND at least two years of full-time (1,500+ hours per year), relevant experience in one of the following disciplines: death/crime scene investigation, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, emergency medical services, nursing, physical anthropology, or organ/tissue procurement, in the last ten years

An Associate's Degree or higher, from an accredited institution, in one of the following disciplines: human biology, physical anthropology, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, nursing, emergency medical services

A Bachelor's Degree or higher, from an accredited institution, in any field, AND satisfactory completion of a one-year (1200+ hours), death investigation/autopsy assistant internship at a Coroner/Medical Examiner Office

A Bachelor's Degree or higher, from an accredited institution, in any field, AND satisfactory completion of the following human science undergraduate courses: Biology I (for science majors), Biology II (for science majors), Anatomy I and II (for science majors), Physiology I and II (for science majors)

Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and have a Colorado State driver's license prior to start of employment

Must obtain American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators Registry Certification and Colorado Coroners Association Death Investigation Certification within 36 months of employment

Must successfully pass a criminal background investigation, motor vehicle record review, education and employment background investigation, character assessment, polygraph examination, psychological examination, medical evaluation, drug test, and typing skill test

Must have no felony convictions

Must have no major driving violations or driving suspensions within the last five years and have no more than three driving violations within the last five year period