Supervising Medical Examiner Investigator - San Joaquin County, CA, United States - San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County
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San Joaquin County, CA, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Approximate Salary
- $7, $9,343.29/month


Opening Date

  • 5/10/2024 08:00:00 AM

Closing Date

  • 5/24/2024 11:59:00 PM

Employment Type

  • Full-Time
    Analyst
  • Amber Larieau

Introduction:

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy in the San Joaquin County Office of the Medical Examiner and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies.


The Supervising Medical Examiner is the supervisory-level class and will perform a full range of supervisory duties, including planning, directing, and supervising the work of assigned staff, as well as, directing and/or conducting the more complex investigations relating to the cause, manner, and circumstances of death cases.


Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background:

Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment.

Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

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Vacation Accrual Rate:
New Hire Retention Bonus:

- $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours)
- $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours)
- $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours)
TYPICAL DUTIES:

  • Performs full-scope supervision to include planning, reviewing, and directing the work of staff responsible for conducting death investigations.
  • Assigns cases and provides technical and procedural guidance in the field and office regarding problems that develop during investigations.
  • Trains and coordinates training for subordinates in regard to investigative standards, methods and techniques, and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Reviews and monitors reports and records of investigative findings and ongoing cases for accuracy and completeness; reviews and signs death certificates, amendments, and related documents.
  • Personally performs death investigations; prepares investigative, analytical, and statistical reports and correspondence.
  • Communicates and coordinates with other departments and agencies, service providers and involved parties as required; provides courteous, high quality service to members of the public; acts as community liaison on behalf of the Medical Examiner's Office.
  • Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; remains abreast of current regulations and best practices regarding death investigations; ensures appropriate resources are available to the work unit as needed.
  • Assists in the development and administration of the department budget; submits budget recommendations; and monitors expenditures for the unit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


EITHER PATTERN I

Experience:
Two years of experience as a Medical Examiner Investigator with San Joaquin County.


OR PATTERN II

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in Biology, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Mortuary Science or a related field.


Experience:

Two years of experience performing death investigation duties equivalent to San Joaquin County's Medical Examiner Investigator to include preparing detailed written reports for law enforcement, medical, or other related agencies.


Substitution:

Additional qualifying experience in a medical, nursing, or investigative field, Medical Examiner or Coroner's Office, which must include working with deceased persons, may substitute the required education on a year-for-year basis.


AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS

License:
Possession of a valid California driver's license.


Desirable Certification:
Valid Registry certification (basic or advanced) from American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigation (ABMDI) is desirable.


KNOWLEDGE:


ABILITY:

plan, organize, direct, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of staff performing work related to death investigations; independently perform skilled investigations, including the most difficult and specialized work; work closely with physicians when investigating cause, manner, and circumstance of unattended or traumatic death; read and understand medical charts; deal tactfully with persons especially under emergency and emotional situations; exercise appropriate judgment in communications and release of information; establish and maintain effective working relationships; write and type accurate and comprehensive reports on the findings of an investigation; gather and evaluate evidence; demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills; work alone and independently without direct supervision in unpleasant or stressful conditions; effective oral and written communications.


PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility - frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standi
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