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Medicolegal Death Investigator
Washington County, Oregon • Hillsboro, OR1d • Onsite
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Medicolegal Death Investigator - All Position Types (Full-time, Part-time, Limited Duration, Variable Hour)
Washington County, Oregon•Hillsboro, OR
•Onsite
About The Position
Washington County Health and Human Services Department is currently recruiting for multiple Medicolegal Death Investigator positions at the Medical Examiner’s Office within Public Health Division. This recruitment will be used to hire future regular, part-time, limited duration (typically about 2 years of duration), and variable hour opportunities that may become available within the next six months or so. The Medicolegal Death Investigator (MDI) receives general administrative support and general program supervision from the Chief Medicolegal Death Investigator. This position partners with both the law enforcement offices the District Attorney’s Office by conducting death investigations for sudden, unexpected, suspicious, or unattended deaths within Washington County’s jurisdiction. The MDI acts as the eyes and ears of the forensic pathologist while investigating the circumstances of deaths, providing the physician with the data and evidence to determine the cause and manner of death. These roles require a strong foundation in medical and criminal investigative practices, human anatomy, medical terminology, and the legal framework governing death investigations. The incumbents should be proficient in collecting biological specimens, operating specialized medical equipment, documenting findings accurately, preserving evidence, and conducting comprehensive scene investigations. It also requires the use of proper body mechanics and coordinated teamwork when moving remains. Please note that these positions are required to obtain the Registry Diplomate level of the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) within one year. Unlike Full-time positions, the Part-time and Variable Hour positions may not be able to provide sufficient hours in order to meet this requirement. The Variable Hour positions support ongoing operational needs by providing coverage during staff absences, trainings, leaves, and other scheduling demands.
Requirements
- An Associate Degree closely related to medicolegal death investigation, such as criminal justice, forensics, crime scene investigation, anthropology, law enforcement, biology, anatomy, medical; AND One (1) year of experience related to death investigation and/or handling of the deceased or human remains.
- OR Three (3) years of experience related to death investigation and/or handling of the deceased or human remains.
- Ability to be certified as a Diplomate by the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) within one year.
- Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.
- Must be able to perform moderately strenuous physical activity and withstand exposure to unpleasant elements at death scenes.
- Must be able to safely lift 100 pounds from the floor to the waist level.
- Must be able to pass a respiratory mask fit test.
- Must successfully complete a criminal history check in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules, to include a national fingerprint records check.
Nice To Haves
- Currently certified as a Diplomate by the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Conducting death investigations for sudden, unexpected, suspicious, or unattended deaths within Washington County’s jurisdiction.
- Acting as the eyes and ears of the forensic pathologist while investigating the circumstances of deaths.
- Providing the physician with the data and evidence to determine the cause and manner of death.
- Collecting biological specimens.
- Operating specialized medical equipment.
- Documenting findings accurately.
- Preserving evidence.
- Conducting comprehensive scene investigations.
- Using proper body mechanics and coordinated teamwork when moving remains.
Benefits
- Full-time limited durations are eligible for the same benefits as full-time regular positions.
- Regular and Limited Duration part-time positions accrue sick and vacation time; and are eligible for holiday pay prorated based on the hours worked.
- Award-winning benefits and wellness program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
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