Job description
Summary
Under general supervision receives reports of death, visits death scenes, conducts investigations regarding circumstances of death, examines decedents, prepares official investigative reports; releases cause and manner of death information to public, official agencies, and media, prepares subpoenas and affidavits, trains newly hired Medical Investigators, and performs other duties as required.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts death scene investigations, which includes visiting death scene, drawing diagrams, taking photographs, interviewing witnesses, family members, police or other pertinent individuals to obtain information about circumstances surrounding death; examines decedent for wounds or other evidence pertinent to death
- Prepares written investigative reports on investigative findings and observations
- Contacts physicians and medical facilities to obtain medical information pertinent to death investigation
- Coordinates identification measures in all cases, particularly in cases of unidentified decedents
- Contacts next of kin regarding disposition of decedent
- Receives calls from news media and releases appropriate information regarding cases
- Serves as a liaison with law enforcement agencies, coordinating exchange of information regarding cases
- Provides general 24 hour a day security and supervision of Forensic Sciences Center
- Monitors FSC alarm systems
- Consults with Medical Examiners regarding necessary follow-up information required for case investigation
- Prepares and delivers subpoenas, affidavits, and other official documents to obtain information or arrange for disposition of decedents
- Performs other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Biological Science or a closely related field; or certification as a RN, EMT-P or equivalent medical certification, and one (1) year experience in death investigations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in death investigations
- Must have knowledge of Texas State Medical Examiner Act and related statutes; knowledge of crime scene investigation and procedures; knowledge of criminal justice system; knowledge of human anatomy, health care systems, basic pathophysiology and medical terminology
- Skill in identification and assessment of wounds; photography; fingerprinting and other identification techniques; good written and oral communication skills required; excellent computer skills, including word processing required
- Ability to maintain security of work area, evidence, and information is required. Must be able to respond to inquiries from public and official agencies with pleasant, effective and professional manner. Ability to work well with other agencies to facilitate effective investigation and appropriate services for decedents and their families
- Must maintain certification and/or licensure as a Registered Nurse, Paramedic, or equivalent medical certification, if applicable
- Must achieve registration by the American Board of Medical Death Investigators within 2 years
- Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from Federal Bureau of Investigation and Bexar County Sheriff's Office
- Must have available transportation during entire workday
- Must have valid driver's license
- Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
- Shift work to provide 24-hour coverage is required
- May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
- Constantly working in indoor conditions; occasionally works outdoors, changing locations and environments at any time
- Work environment involves exposure to other hazardous/bio-hazardous materials, unfavorable fumes, vapors or odors and potentially infectious material/diseases
- Frequently moves items weighing up to 20 pounds; occasionally moves items 150 pounds
- Occasionally moves about the office
- Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
- Positions self to perform essential functions
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Supplemental Information
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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