Death Investigator - Medical Examiner's Office

Job Summary 

The Death Investigator is responsible for the objective investigation of the circumstances of unnatural and/or unattended deaths. The work includes observing, evaluating, and documenting death scenes. 

The work of the Death Investigator includes but is not limited to the use of digital photography; scene description (written summary and diagram); interviewing witnesses and other persons; collecting and summarizing information regarding the decedent from a variety of sources; lifting, loading, and transportation of human remains; and notification of next of kin. 

Death Investigators may be the first official to contact the family of the decedent and as such, are required to be sensitive and exhibit an understanding of the initial grieving process. The Death Investigator compiles the investigative information regarding the death and prepares an investigative report for review and approval by the Medical Examiner. 

The Death Investigator, on an as-needed basis rather than as a routine component of the work, provides assistance with autopsies. 

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

An Associate’s Degree is required with work experience performing criminal, civil, and/or death investigations.  A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred with work experience performing criminal, civil, and/or death investigations.  Any equivalent combination of education or experience in medical, criminal justice, or related fields that would demonstrate the ability to perform the requirements of the position will be considered.

Special Requirements:

• Work variable shifts to include: nights, afternoons, days, holidays, weekends, and emergency situations. May be on on-call status 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
• Possession of a valid driver’s license unrestricted except as to vision from state of residence and evidence of a safe driving record.
• Successfully pass a background investigation (including a criminal records check and fingerprinting), drug screen, physical abilities test, and psychological examination.
• Carry an employer-issued cell phone while on shift.
• Must possess or attain American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigator (ABMDI) Registry Certification within 24 months of date of appointment to position.
• Work as a team member and independently utilize strong decision making and critical thinking skills that are within the scope of this position.

For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Salary Grade: Local 8.050 ($4,739.00 - $6,388.00) per month

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county