Medicolegal Death Investigator (Part-Time)

Pueblo County • Pueblo, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Performs medico/legal death investigations for the County Coroner’s Office. Work involves investigating and reporting on deaths from unknown natural causes, homicide, accident, suicide. Work includes assisting and coordinating efforts with various agencies and entities. Employees proceed independently to complete investigations, developing information and following up on matters on their own and using judgment to deal with most problems encountered in the work; supervision and case direction are provided by the Chief Deputy Coroner Investigator. Shifts for this role will be for weekend coverage only: Friday-Saturday OR Sunday-Monday. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Requirements

• OPTION #1: Bachelor's degree with a concentration in a human science field required
• Two years or more of combined related experience (such as, death/scene investigation, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, nursing, emergency medical services, organ/tissue procurement) including supervisory/managerial experience required
• OPTION #2: Associate's degree with a concentration in a human science field required
• Three years or more of combined related experience (such as, death/scene investigation, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, nursing, emergency medical services, organ/tissue procurement) including supervisory/managerial experience required
• OPTION #3: High School Diploma or GED equivalency required
• Four years or more of combined related experience (such as, death/scene investigation, autopsy/surgical assisting, law enforcement, nursing, emergency medical services, organ/tissue procurement) including supervisory/managerial experience required
• Human science field such as Biology, Criminalistics, Forensic Science, Nursing, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Forensic Anthropology, Anatomy and Physiology or related field
• Valid driver’s license at the time of application and a valid Colorado driver’s license at time of hire required
• Must successfully pass background check

Nice To Haves

• American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigation (A.B.M.D.I.) preferred
• Colorado Coroner’s Association (CCA) as a Colorado Death Investigator preferred
• Department may set special training and education requirements in medico/legal death investigation to meet A.B.M.D.I. requirements
• For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience, including supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Responds to death scene assignments.
• Secures the death scene; makes physical examination of deceased; photographs and performs evaluation of the scene.
• Identifies the deceased.
• Interviews witnesses, family members, physicians, employers, friends, professionals and others associated with the deceased; compiles statements, documents, related factual evidence, medical records and other records that may be related to the death.
• Facilitates body removals; assists when needed.
• Notifies next of kin of deceased.
• Schedules, coordinates and attends autopsies with pathologist, law enforcement agencies and the District Attorney’s Office.
• Assists pathologist as needed.
• Writes and compiles reports using obtained information so as to assist the Coroner in determining cause of death.
• Ensures proper release of information to public through press releases and/or media interviews.
• Provides training and education in the field of forensic death investigation to other law enforcement, health agencies, schools, community service agencies and the general public.
• Acts as a liaison with law enforcement personnel, the District Attorney’s Office, funeral directors, hospitals, next of kin and news media.
• Locates collects and preserves evidence; arranges for technical analysis of evidence as appropriate.
• Works with Public Administrator to protect property.
• Writes comprehensive reports of investigations and confers with the Coroner and attorneys regarding cases.
• Assists at Coroner’s inquests; testifies in court; serves subpoenas; advises prosecuting attorneys of facts likely to be presented in testimony.
• Performs basic vehicle maintenance; picks up supplies.
• Performs related work as required.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• County Retirement Program
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree