Forensic Technician/Investigator Apprentice - Health & Human Services (0726)

Coconino County • Flagstaff, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in assisting and shadowing in a related field. After incremental training, the employee will be able to demonstrate the ability to assist and work independently, autonomously, and consistently perform job duties. This position is a limited appointment through July 31, 2027, and is funded by the ADHS Workforce Development grant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• A desire to work within specific program.
• One year of previous work experience in any industry OR any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to work safely and support the culture of workplace safety.

Nice To Haves

• Organization and planning
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Adaptability
• The ability to work within a team
• Organized
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to receive feedback positively
• Sensitive/respectful of cultural traditions
• Comfortable working with and around deceased persons
• Working knowledge of organization and planning
• Working knowledge of positively receiving feedback
• Working knowledge of time management
• Working knowledge of interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly in a team and contribute to a supportive work environment
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Responsibilities

• Works closely with program manager in all aspects of the job from field work to office paperwork and follow up.
• Learns and develops practical skills.
• Adheres to workplace procedures as well as health and safety protocols.
• Attends meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.
• Assists within the department and learns about other aspects of Coconino County.
• Completes training associated with the position.
• Receives, sorts, files, and retrieves forms, correspondence, and documents.
• Compiles reports and summaries of work.
• Updates, checks, and completes records, forms, and documents.
• Verifies discrepancies and makes corrections.
• Processes documents to update and maintain files and records.
• Researches records and disburses information.
• Processes and distributes confidential and sensitive documents.
• Maintains an electronic filing system as appropriate for the program.
• Composes, formats, and types routine correspondence, reports, and other documents.
• Operates and maintains a variety of office equipment.
• May perform data entry.
• Driving.
• Standing.
• Walking.
• Lifting and carrying 100 lbs (preparing for examinations).
• Restocking clinical supplies.
• Working with and around others, including family members, law enforcement, funeral directors, and other agencies.
• Pushing/pulling 250 lbs.
• Operating x-ray equipment.
• Repetitive motion (elbow/shoulder) preparing for examinations, retrieving supplies, and scene investigations.
• Performing autopsies.
• Toxicology/histology preparations.

What This Job Offers

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