Chief Deputy Coroner

Whitman County • Whitman County, WA

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About The Position

The Chief Deputy Coroner performs professional administrative and managerial work as well as specialized death investigation work, requiring considerable attention to detail and independent judgment within policy and procedural guidelines. The position assists the County Coroner when directed and assumes a leadership role in the duties and operations of the Whitman County Coroner’s office.

Work is performed at death scenes anywhere in Whitman County, at the funeral home, and in the office. It may involve exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and spills, infectious or contagious diseases, and emotional, hysterical, or potentially violent people. The full position description is available through Whitman County.

Requirements

• Prior training combined with experience in mortuary science, medical, legal, law enforcement, or a related field such as natural science, sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge and ability.
• Prior training combined with experience in personnel management, accounting, budgeting, and planning.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Complete Washington Medicolegal Forensic Investigation Certification (Core) within the timeline required by RCW 43.101.480.
• Complete American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators Registry Certification (Core) within five years of employment and maintain certification once achieved.
• Maintain Washington State Certification by completing required continuing education credits per WAC 139-27-040 throughout employment.
• Knowledge of investigation techniques and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
• Valid driver’s license and a vehicle in good working order.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist the County Coroner when directed.
• Assume a leadership role in performing the duties and operations of the Whitman County Coroner’s office.
• Perform specialized death investigation work using attention to detail and independent judgment within policy and procedural guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED