Career Opportunity

2578-Medical Examiner's Investigator II

Recruitment: RTF0134225-01090073

Published: April 13, 2023

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About:

The City and County of San Francisco, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is seeking a Medical Examiner’s Investigator II (Class #2578). The office recently moved into a state-of-the-art 52,000 sq. ft. facility in November of 2017, which includes a fully accredited laboratory, in-house histology services, ultra-modern radiology instrumentation, two-story autopsy suite that contains six main stations with three private auxiliary isolation suites and a 32ft high central skylight extending the length of the room. The facility was designed to specifically enhance the communication between the different divisions and, most importantly, enhance the work experience of staff and serve the needs of a 21st-century San Francisco. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a diverse group of individuals who share a similar commitment to aspire towards excellence in the field of forensic science

Job Type: Temporary Provisional. This is not a permanent appointment. A provisional appointee must participate and be successful in a Civil Service examination for this classification and be selected through an open competitive process in order to be considered for permanent appointment. Provisional appointments may not exceed three (3) years.

• Application Opening:  Friday, April 7, 2023
• Application Deadline: Friday, April 14, 2023
• Compensation Range: $106,444 - $129,402

Role description

The Medical Examiner's Investigator II will: 

• Respond to death scenes coming under the jurisdiction of the Chief Medical Examiner, including difficult, sensitive and/or complex cases; remove and/or authorize removal of body from the scene.
• Conduct field investigations; interview witnesses, physicians, police officers, family members and others to obtain facts concerning the death; establish identification of deceased person; notify medical examiner on-call, and work with investigators from other agencies.
• Gather forensic evidence and medical information; examine the body of deceased person and records any pertinent evidence; examine the surrounding vicinity and records findings; maintain chain of evidence.
• Take charge and record valuables and property removed from death scene for safekeeping.
• Prepare and complete detailed reports of investigation and other official activities; maintain required records; prepare clear and concise history of facts surrounding the death and/or medical history; compile special statistical reports.
• Enforce and interpret investigative policies and procedures and assist in developing or revising methods and policies regarding investigative/ autopsy matters.
• Coordinate investigations with other law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney, attorneys, physicians, hospitals, and others.
• Locate and notify next of kin; represent the department in contacts with hospitals, funeral directors, law enforcement agencies, and others.
• Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for investigative/ autopsy staff.
• Maintain a clean work environment; keep vehicles and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Testify in court proceedings as necessary.

How to qualify

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION HERE ALONG WITH COMPLETING THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE AT THE LINK BELOW:  

2578 Medical Examiner's Investigator II Questionnaire

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1a. Possession of a BA/BS Degree in Biology, Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Psychology, or closely related field; OR

1b. Possession of a current valid embalmer's license issued by the California State Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers; OR

1c. Diplomat Certification issued by the American Board of Medico-legal Death Investigator;

AND

2a. Two (2) years of verifiable experience in medical, nursing, medical examiner, coroner or investigative field. This experience must include working with deceased persons and their families. OR 

2b. One (1) year of experience in class 2577 Medical Examiner's Investigator I.

Substitution:  Additional qualifying experience can be substituted for up to two years of the required education.

Additional Requirements:

• Must possess a certificate or successfully complete a basic P.C. 832 course (Peace Officer Firearms and Arrest Procedures) within one year of employment.
• Must possess a certificate or successful completion of P.O.S.T. Basic Coroners Academy/Death Investigation Course within one year of employment.
• Must possess a Diplomat Certification issued by the American Board of Medico legal Death Investigators within one year of employment.
• Must be willing and able to work under adverse or hazardous conditions, involving frequent exposure to sudden, unexpected and sometimes violent deaths, decomposed bodies, bodies with extensive physical injuries; biohazards, unpleasant odors or conditions.
• Must possess and maintain of a valid California Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• Must be willing and able to work 24 hours rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Willing and able to complete a pulmonary function test and be fitted for an N-95 respirator.
• Willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment and respirators.
• Ability to pass review of Judicial and Driving Records (Fingerprinting)
• Ability to pass employment, character and background investigation, including polygraph examination and psychological examination.

What else should I know?

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

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Analyst Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Human Resources Analyst, Jason Wong at jason.wong3@sfgov.org 

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.