Medicolegal Death Investigator

  • Full-Time
  • Astoria, OR
  • Clatsop County
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Medicolegal Death InvestigatorClatsop County Oregon - Sheriff 027, 800 EXCHANGE STREET, ASTORIA, Oregon, United States of America Req #128

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity.

Seeking one regular part-time medicolegal professional (8 to 10 hours per week on average) to conduct death investigations in cooperation with law enforcement and work closely with the Sheriff’s Office and MDI team to provide expert witness testimony and legal documentation for court trials and appearances. This position is represented by the Clatsop County Law Enforcement Association.

Mandatory QualificationsCMDI, NAME, or NIJ 40-hour certification in death investigation completed within a year of hire. Able to draw biological specimens, accurately describe remains, and examine mutilated, decomposed, and partial remains. Excellent communication skills are required to effectively and empathetically share information regarding policies, science, medicine, and state statutes, as well as grand jury, inquest and/or courtroom testimony.
Desired QualificationsAdvanced coursework in biology, physiology or chemistry, knowledge of human anatomy. Nursing, physician’s assistant, or paramedic experience. Strong writing skills with an understanding of complex, detailed medical and legal terminology. Experience working with law enforcement.
How to ApplyOnline application with completed supplemental questionnaire (https://www.co.clatsop.or.us/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/16491/mdi_supplemental_questionaire_202104.docx) is required. Visit www.co.clatsop.or.us/hr, Career Opportunities, to submit by April 21, 2021.
Applicants should review the complete job description https://www.co.clatsop.or.us/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/24661/medicolegal_death_investigator_202101.pdf
Your application must clearly show your qualifications for the position in order to receive further consideration. During any phase of the hiring process, applicants with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodation to assist them to demonstrate their qualification to perform the duties of the job, should inform Human Resources. Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. This announcement is generally descriptive of the duties and qualifications for the job. It is not to be construed as an expressed or implied contract.
Clatsop County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Clatsop County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all
employees in all matters of employment (such as hiring, promotion, transfer, training, layoff, compensation,
fringe benefits and termination) regardless of ethnicity/race, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Other details

  • Pay Type

    Hourly

  • Min Hiring Rate

    $24.07

  • Max Hiring Rate

    $32.56

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