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Department:
Coroner
Coroner
Starting Salary Range:
$43,145.96 – 54,500.94
Position Number:
003
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt position, eligible for overtime
Safety Sensitive Designation:
This position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
Opening Date:
04/25/2022
Closing Date:
05/06/2022 at 11:59 PM
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the investigation of human death cases reported to the coroner under Arkansas law and rendering of rulings as to cause, manner, and time of death.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Receives and investigates reports of human deaths within the County as prescribed by law and policies.
Investigates death scenes by gathering of evidence, photographing the area and body, measuring and sketching scene and location of victim, and recording all details of scene, victim, and circumstances that would facilitate the identification of cause and nature of death.
Interviews witnesses, family members, acquaintances and friends of victim, and investigative personnel to determine pertinent facts concerning the death.
Prepares, transports, and releases deceased bodies to appropriate agencies.
Examines physical changes such as lividity, temperature, and rigor mortis of deceased body to determine time and position at death.
Examines nature of any wounds to determine exact cause of death.
Draws body fluids such as blood, vitreous humor, and urine from victims for lab analysis and prepares reports for submission of samples to proper investigative agency.
Maintains written narrative reports on each case investigated and puts records into computer; submits reports with determination of nature of death to supervisor for review and completion of death certificates.
Attends autopsies and assists Medical Examiner as requested.
Answers questions from family members, insurance companies, investigative personnel, attorneys, funeral homes, etc., regarding death investigations.
Ensures County vehicle maintenance and maintenance of supply and equipment inventory.
May be required to issue subpoenas, swear witnesses or exercise the power of arrest as necessary during investigations.
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conducts classes for Law Enforcement Agencies, emergency personnel, and the general public concerning crime scene and evidence preservation, investigative methods and procedures, suicide prevention, criminal behavior, etc.
Testifies in court regarding death scene investigations.
Performs other related duties as required.
PERSONNEL SUPERVISED:
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift and carry loads up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Ability to climb ladders, trees, and other obstacles within crime scenes.
Visual acuity sufficient to observe details at death scene.
Manual dexterity necessary to sketch death scene, operate computer keyboard, and draw body fluids.
Ability to communicate orally, individually and to groups.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is primarily performed in the field and may require performance of duties in uncomfortable weather conditions including cold, heat, rain, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of high school; completion of training in forensic medicinal methods and terminology; considerable experience with death scene investigation or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess or be able to immediately obtain a valid Arkansas Driver’s License.
Must have vision level of or correctable to 20/20.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must pass criminal and personal background investigation.
Must be able to complete training for certification by State Crime Laboratory for the removal of body fluids for toxicology testing.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the following pre-employment requirements: criminal background check, sexual offender check, traffic offense check, and a job-related physical examination by appropriate licensed agencies.
This position is safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
PREFERENCES:
Certification as an American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigator (ABMDI)
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applications must be filed online at www.pulaskicounty.net .
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact [email protected] or call (501) 340-6110.
