Medicolegal Death Investigator Supervisor

Lincoln County is currently seeking to add a Medicolegal Death Investigator Supervisor to the team to work closely with the Chief Medicolegal Death Investigator, County Medical Examiner(s), Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office, and Law Enforcement by investigating death scenes, examining decedents and evidence, and preparing detailed reports. The Supervisor Medicolegal Death Investigator will also assist in supervising and reviewing the work of Medicolegal Death Investigators to promote effective and efficient investigations.

$64.620.00 - $86,844.00 Annually*

* Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 11% County contribution to 401(k)
• County funded Health Savings Account (HAS)
• $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education Level

Associates Degree

Specifics: In biology, science, nursing, or criminal justice field.

Minimum Experience Level:

One years plus

Specifics: Prior experience as a medicolegal death investigator, registered nurse, law enforcement, paramedic, investigatory methods and procedures or a satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position.

Certifications:

Oregon Certified Medicolegal Death Investigator (OCMDI) certification (must be completed within one year of hire).

Driver’s License:

Oregon Driver’s License required

Specifics:
Must obtain within 30 days of hire and an acceptable driving history.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Technical writing stills with an understanding of complex and detailed medical and legal terminology.
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with law enforcement, grieving families and medical professionals.
• Bilingual and/or bicultural competencies for Latino population.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The required knowledge, skills and/or abilities are listed below:

Knowledge of:

• Human anatomy
• Medical terminology
• Advanced course work in biology, physiology, or chemistry.

Skill or ability to:

• Strong writing skills with an understanding of complex and detailed medical and legal terminology.
• Draw biological specimens as needed to aid in determining the cause and manner of death.
• Wear/utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (e.g., masks, goggles, suits, gloves, etc.) for long periods of time when necessary.
• Accurately describe remains orally and in a written report.
• Examine decedent’s who may be mutilated, decomposed, and partial remains.
• Communicate professionally with the county medical examiner and the state medical examiner pathologists regarding case details and relay concerns of the family, law enforcement or the medical community ensuring adequate follow-up with any of those parties.
• Effectively and empathetically communicate information regarding policies, science, medicine, and state statutes while in emotionally charged situations with a variety of public and professional individuals.
• Communicate thoroughly during grand jury, inquest and/or courtroom testimony.
• Represent the Chief Medicolegal Death Investigator and/or act on their behalf in their absence when called upon.
• Convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the County, using language and a format the audience will best understand.
• Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software).
• Work and relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the County. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

Death Investigation Job Functions:

Conduct and complete investigations of all manner of deaths that fall under Oregon Revised Statures (ORS) 146.090.

Receive and respond to phone calls from law enforcement, hospitals, and care facilities about deaths occurring under those jurisdictions.

Obtain history of terminal events and medical/social history; interview relatives of the decedent, law enforcement personal. medical care provider; providing necessary technical expertise in the investigation; acquire/review medical records.

Respond to death scenes to document the scene, take photographs of the deceased, the scene of the death and/or injury location, and any evidence that is believed to be involved with the death (e.g., weapons, instruments, vehicles, or premises). Assist with…