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Company Name : Macomb County, MI
Location : Mount Clemens, MI
Position : Medical Examiner Investigator PT

Job Description : CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
DEPARTMENT: Health

HIRING AUTHORITY: Director/Health Officer

F.L.S.A. STATUS: Non-exempt

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Part time position. Shift starting time will vary.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under direction, performs investigations of deaths that occur within Macomb County; prepares detailed reports and analysis on investigation of cases; ensures that evidence, death scene and specimens are preserved for authenticity in cooperation with local law enforcement activities; works cooperatively with law enforcement agencies, funeral homes and others concerned with individual cases; performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs thorough investigations of deaths that occur within Macomb County.

Establishes decedent identification and documents decedent’s history, including, but not limited to, medical, mental health and social history.

Investigates and examines the death scene and the decedent, including bodies that are decomposed, skeletonized and infectiously diseased, in order to assist in determining cause of death.

Interviews and obtains statements from witnesses, family members and medical personnel to assist in determining cause of death.

Ensures that evidence, death scene and specimens are preserved for authenticity in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies.

Ensures scene safety.

Establishes and documents chain of custody.

Determines whether bodies should be released to funeral homes or transported to the Medical Examiner’s office for further examination by the Medical Examiner, following established laws and regulations.

Searches for physical evidence at scenes of death to assist in determining cause of death.

Assists in the identification of decedents.

Works cooperatively with law enforcement agencies, funeral homes and others concerned with individual cases.

Examines decedents, documents physical findings and prepares detailed reports.

Works cooperatively with other death investigators and participates in scene debriefing.

Completes scene investigation to determine jurisdiction of the body.

Provides assistance to families at scenes.

Photographs and/or videotapes scene of death and autopsies to maintain complete records of Medical Examiner cases.

Bends, stoops and reaches in order to conduct investigations.

Pushes, pulls, rolls, lifts and moves decedents, with assistance, including but not limited to decedents who are morbidly obese.

Must be able to respond to death scenes within a timely manner.

Reviews death certificates and signs cremation permits.

Prepares, lifts, transports and carries bodies for autopsy; assists in conducting autopsies.

Prepares and reviews detailed reports and analysis on investigations of cases.

Completes reports and forms required to finalize cases.

May testify in court concerning reports and/or findings.

Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test
Previous experience, including internships, working in the field of forensic investigation, nursing, law enforcement (detective, evidence technician) or in a directly related field
As a condition of hire, certification as a Diplomat of the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (D-ABDMI) must be obtained within the first year of employment
Preferred Education and Experience
Possession of an Associate Degree or 60 college credit hours in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Nursing or a related field
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Conducting investigations involving accidental, suicidal and homicidal deaths
Legal requirements, rules and procedures that pertain to investigative operations
Criminal statutes of Michigan pertaining to accidental death, suicide and homicide, including laws of evidence
Photography and video equipment
Skill in:
Microsoft Work and Excel Programs
Experience in speaking and understanding a language other than English, including but not limited to Spanish, Arabic, or a Central European Slavic language (e.g. Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian) is preferred
Organizational ability and initiative
Ability to:
Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
Make decisions under adverse conditions in accordance with established policies and procedures
Handle the activities of the office with compassion and respect for human dignity
Make decisions and perform duties under adverse weather and conditions in accordance with established policies and procedures
Communicate with distressed people from all socio-economic backgrounds and under adverse conditions
Develop and prepare clear and concise investigative reports
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, law enforcement agencies, outside professionals and the public
Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment N/S O F/C

Office or similar indoor environment X

Outdoor environment X

Street environment (near moving traffic) X

Construction site X

Confined space X

Exposures N/S O F/C

Individuals who are hostile or irate X

Individuals with known violent backgrounds X

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) X

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
X

Communicable diseases X

Moving mechanical parts X

Fumes or airborne particles X

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste X

Loud noises (85+ decibels) X

Blood Borne Pathogens X

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand Frequency Description

Physical N/S O F/C

Balancing x On even or uneven surfaces/ground

Bending x Tasks involve forward or backward bending at the waist

Climbing/Working at Heights x Tasks involve climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms

Crawling x Inspecting in confined spaces. Moving about on hands and knees

Digging x Tasks involve manual digging

Driving x Tasks involve operating any motor powered vehicle on sealed and unsealed roads

Grasping x Tasks involve gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands

Kneeling x Tasks involve flexing/bending at the knees and ankles to work at low levels

Manual Dexterity x Tasks involve fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing

Lift/Carry x Tasks involve raising/lowering or moving objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below)

Up to 10 pounds x

11-24 pounds x

25-34 pounds x

35-50 pounds x

51-74 pounds x

75-99 pounds x

Over 100 pounds

Push / Pull x Tasks involve pushing/pulling objects away from or towards the body

Reaching x Tasks involve reaching overhead with arms raised above shoulder height or forward reaching with arms extended

Sitting x Tasks involve remaining in a seated position during the task performance

Standing x Tasks involve standing in an upright position without movement

Walking x Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces

Running x Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR DISCLAIMERS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties of personnel so classified.

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by these statutes.

Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The POAM – Medical Examiners bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.

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