Job description

Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community. We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government. We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees. Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

GENERAL SUMMARY
Primary functions of the job are to investigate the circumstances surrounding unexpected deaths reported to the Office of the Medical Examiner in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties; Prepare written reports documenting the investigative findings. This position is part-time as per a monthly on-call schedule with no benefits. This position requires travel by the employee in the employee's own vehicle. Payment for on-call work is based upon a stipend schedule.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(may include but are not limited to the following)

• Under the general supervision of the Chief Medical Examiner and Chief Investigator, investigates and reports the conditions surrounding unexpected, unattended and traumatic deaths. Respond to scenes of reported deaths and perform a skilled investigation
• Determine whether a death is within the Medical Examiner's jurisdiction and requires an investigation, based on Michigan Law and Western Michigan University School of Medicine Forensic Pathology policies and procedures (Appointed Medical Examiner)
• Maintain availability by pager or telephone during on-call hours
• Prepare human remains for transport from a scene
• Communicate effectively with emergency personnel and law enforcement investigators in order to obtain accurate and comprehensive information regarding the circumstances surrounding a death
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with the decedent's loved ones and other witnesses
• Obtain medical history from physicians, medical records, emergency personnel, relatives, witnesses, police and other involved persons
• Communicate effectively with Funeral Directors and funeral home personnel
• Speak and write in a professional manner; maintain a professional appearance
• Submit clear, accurate and objective reports, in a computerized web-based records management system, in a prescribed format in a timely manner for all death investigations
• Ensure that the next-of-kin is notified of the death
• Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and skills by attending continuing education seminars, training programs and appropriate courses
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Examiner and/or Chief Medical Examiner Investigator while on call
• Maintain the electronic death investigation record by entering all available information regarding scene and case investigation, uploading documents such as autopsy reports, postmortem examination, digital photographs and all other documents pertaining to each death case in the Medical Examiner database.
• Communicate with appropriate law enforcement agency to make notification of the next of kin when an post mortem examination is to be ordered.
• Make arrangements withthe contracted transport company and Gift of Life (when appropriate) when an post mortem examination is to be ordered
• Assist with investigation and coordination of unclaimed bodies cases.
• Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge, skills and development by attending continuing education seminars, training programs and meetings scheduled by the Office of the Medical Examiner.
• Comply with policies and procedures established by the Office of the Medical Examiner and Grand Traverse County. Maintains communication with the Medical Examiner Division staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned and appropriate for given position.

EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE(minimum requirements)

• An associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college, university or accredited technical school
• An equivalent combination of education and experience
• Law enforcement experience of at least two years, or medical background, or experience as a first-responder (e.g. Firefighter, EMT) preferred.
• Must possess a valid State Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any state; safe driving record and insurable;
• Must possess a computer, have internet access, a cell phone and have reliable transportation to respond to scenes. Must be able to respond to a scene within the assigned county within 60 minutes of report

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; sit; stand; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Position frequently works in an outdoor environment with exposure to weather-related heat and cold, rain, wind, and related elements.
• May be exposed to extreme cold (not weather related), criminal suspects or prison inmates
• May occasionally be required to lift/move over 50 pounds.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES(minimum requirements)

• Ability to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of modern medical examiner principles, procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with peers and supervisors
• Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use resources effectively and efficiently.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• On call

Work Location: In person

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