Transport Agent – Office of the Medical Examiner Government Job Dept-Medical Examiner Full Time

Why It’s a Great Opportunity: 
This is a rare opportunity to get into an entry level position as a transport agent for the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office. The transport agent is responsible to transport human remains from facilities and death scenes, release human remains to funeral homes, assist with external postmortem examinations, photograph human remains, receive deliveries, support fleet vehicles, and transport physical, biological, and toxicological evidence. The transport agent works with both the technical and investigative units of the medical examiner’s office.

Why It’s a Great Department: 
The Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office (PCMEO) is accredited by the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME).  The PCMEO is a stand-alone facility which boasts a Lodox™ full-body radiography machine, spacious personal work stations and offices, and a fleet of professional scene response vehicles. The PCMEO investigates all sudden, unexplained, suspicious, unnatural, unlawful, and violent deaths which occur in Pierce County. For more information about our great organization please visit us by clicking HERE.

How to be Successful in This Role: 
Bring your knowledge and interest of forensic science along with your positive attitude, high energy, and willingness to learn and you are sure to succeed! You will need to know how to prioritize work and be able to problem solve and balance your duties as a member of two teams.  You will need to be able to lift and transport human remains and drive a variety of fleet vehicles.

Your Future in This Role:  
You will be trained by a team of skilled and knowledgeable forensic autopsy technicians and medicolegal death investigators. You will be part of a small close-knit staff that performs a critical role for Pierce County.  
 
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.   

Core Daily Responsibilities: 

• Transport human remains from various locations; receive and release human remains and personal effects. 
• Assist in the daily setup of the autopsy suite in preparation for the caseload. 
• Assist with undressing deceased individuals, inventorying evidence and personal effects, and taking photographs of the decedent and property. 
• Take fingerprints and assist with fluid draws, x-rays, and other tasks such as weighing and measuring decedents. 
• Perform data entry and assist with chain of custody requirements. 
• Assist with cleaning, laundry, inventory, ordering, and supply restocking and organization. 
• Transport biological specimens and other various items. 
• Routinely lift and carry heavy objects, including the moving of deceased individuals and remains.

For the full list of job duties and the official job description, please click HERE 

Minimum Requirements: 

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• The candidate must have at least one year of work experience.
• Additional education and/or experience which indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute equally for the recruiting requirements.
• Continuous possession of a valid Washington State Driver’s license is required for employment.

 
Preferred Requirements: 

• Preference will be given to applicants with more advanced education and experience in natural science, forensic science or criminal justice.

 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow State driving laws.
• An employee in this position is subject to 24-hour availability and must be willing to work non-standard hours, as required. 
• Successful completion of a Pierce County background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, is required prior to employment. 
• Satisfactory physical condition, as evidenced by a County-approved physical examination, is required as a condition of employment.  

 
 
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to:   www.piercecountywa.org/jobs. 
• Submit a letter of interest highlighting why you’re interested in this position.
• Submit a resume or CV.
• Complete the supplemental questionnaire. 

Special Notes:
 
If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
 
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
 
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce.  Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.  Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family.