NEOGOV · 7 hours ago
Medico-Legal Death Investigator
County Wide, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $63K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Medico-Legal Death Investigator to perform investigations of unattended or unnatural deaths under general supervision. The role involves gathering confidential information, maintaining records, and collaborating with various agencies to ensure proper handling of death investigations.
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Responsibilities
Gather confidential information, maintain records, and prepare reports in a timely manner
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship between several different agencies such as Law Enforcement, hospital staff, Federal and State agents, other staff members, and the public
Collects toxicological specimens and submits them for analysis
Assist with the processing of death certificates, property, and body handling records
Catalogs evidentiary materials. Ensures evidence is obtained and stored properly while following appropriate chain of custody
Ensures quality of all forensic photography
May include crawling into tight spaces such as under houses, attics, vehicles, and in water. This may include up and down stairs and rough outdoor terrain
Will conduct decedent removal such as: rolling, carrying and transporting to funeral homes/morgue facilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelors or Associates degree in a related field; OR an equivalent combination of training/education and /or experience
Able to lift a minimum of 150 lbs alone and up to 500 lbs with assistance
Pass a background check, criminal history checks and CVSA polygraph
Possess a valid Arizona Driver License
Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of investigative work
Knowledge of basic laws of evidence (Arizona Revised Statutes) and relevant laws pertaining to death investigations
Skills in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating facts and evidence of a death scene
Skills in acting quickly and calmly with proper judgement in emergency situations
Skilled in effective communication verbally and in writing
Prepared to work in environments involving deceased individuals and handle cases that may include decomposed remains
May traverse; climb and hike rough terrain (land and water) in extreme weather (including heat and cold) to reach the scene of deceased person(s)
Work irregular shifts, including 24-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
Able to work independently and follow directions
Work with families of diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds in a respectful and compassionate manner
Able to keep composure and professionalism to complete job requirements
May be at risk of exposure to disease, hazardous materials, chemicals and/or biological agents
Preferred
American Board of Medico-Legal Death Investigators (ABMDI) certificate is preferred, otherwise must be obtained within 18 months if budget allows
Benefits
Vacation/Annual/Personal Leave
Sick Leave
10 Holidays Per Year
Health Care Insurance
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Tel-A-Doc 24/7
Arizona State Retirement System
Public Safety Personnel Retirement System
Correction Officer's Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
On-going Training Opportunities
Payroll Direct Deposit
Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Deferred Compensation
MetLife Elective Plans
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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