Medicolegal Death Investigator I - Lead (Temporary)

State of North Carolina • Wake, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position with the Office of State Human Resources, Division of Temporary Solutions. The position is located at 4312 District Drive, Raleigh - Wake County with the Department of Health and Human Services. This role will serve as the Lead Medicolegal Death Investigator I. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science (biology, chemistry, nursing, anthropology, forensic sciences, biochemistry, or related sciences field), or criminal justice from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of medicolegal death investigation experience or specialized (e.g., unidentified decedent, etc.) experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and awareness of hazards associated with scene investigations
• Proficient with current office technology
• Knowledge of medical terminology and data entry

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Responsibilities

• Conducting investigations, examinations, and reports of sudden, unexpected, unnatural, or violent deaths within the Medical Examiner jurisdiction
• Determining the OCME's jurisdiction over these cases
• Completing all work related to death investigations as required ME Specialists' duties involve, but are not limited to, receiving calls from MEs, hospitals, law enforcement, and other agencies reporting deaths
• External examinations of decedents include photographing the body, collecting toxicology samples, physically moving the decedent, and removing personal belongings
• Collect and release physical evidence to law enforcement
• Prepare detailed written investigation reports
• Communicate effectively with agencies and families during stressful situations
• Assist supervisors as needed

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) may be available for temporary employees working an annual average of 30 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level