Deputy Coroner

Duties

The Coroner Division is an investigative unit responsible for carrying out the statutory duties of the Coroner. Those duties include:

• Investigation into the circumstances surrounding all deaths falling within the Sheriff-Coroner's jurisdiction for the purpose of determining the identity of the deceased, the medical cause of death, the manner of death, and the date and time of death. Medico-legal death investigations are conducted countywide on all homicides, suicides, accidents, suspicious and unexplained deaths.
• Other duties include notifying the next of kin, safeguarding personal property, collection of evidence, and completion of mandatory records and documents.
• The Division is also proactive in the community, participating in programs geared towards preventing drunk driving and drug use; identifying consumer products causing fatal injury; domestic violence, child abuse and elder abuse; and providing educational services for medical, legal and law enforcement professionals.
• Other contributions to the community include cooperative relationships with non-profit organ and tissue procurement agencies to enhance the quality of life and save lives.
• The Division also collaborates with research organizations pursuing medical science advancements.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• The ideal candidate will possess basic software computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Internet Explorer.
• Candidate will have a strong understanding and knowledge of anatomy and physiology; possess leadership qualities, effective communication skills; have strong organization and excellent time management skills; be flexible and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must maintain periodic firearm qualification.
• Requirements for Deputy Coroner per California Government Code Section 1031:
• Incumbent will be required to successfully complete a Penal Code 832 (Arrest and Firearms) course and the Coroner’s Death Investigation course within one year of date of hire.
• Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e.. degree, license, or official transcripts).

Additional Requirements for Deputy Coroner:

• Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by date of appointment.
• Not have been convicted of a felony and not be otherwise subject to disqualification under California Government Code Section 1029.
• Be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect exercise of Deputy Coroner powers, as determined by a license examining authority in accordance with California Government Code Section 1031.
• Have graduated from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a General Education Development (G.E.D.) test or California High School Proficiency exam or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university.
• Pass a background investigation conducted in compliance with California Government Code Section 1031, to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner.

License/Certification:

• Possession of a valid California Driver License by date of appointment.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL and WORKING CONDITIONS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation.The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Physical and Mental Requirements

• Sufficient vision to distinguish colors and utilize field equipment.
• Ability to hear well enough to communicate and take direction.
• Ability to independently reason and analyze data, and to reach objective conclusions.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.

Environmental and Working Conditions

• Standard office environment in a morgue setting plus field work.
• Field work may be subject to inclement weather conditions, varying terrain and/or uneven surfaces, heights, and confined spaces.
• May be exposed to biological agents, chemical agents, fumes, blood and other bodily fluids, offensive odors, contagious diseases, firearms, and pepper spray.
• May be required to drive a County vehicle.
• Use of standard office equipment.

QUESTIONS:

• For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Eugenia Vasquez-Puentes at 714-834-5838 or mvasquez-puentes@OCSheriff.gov. For other recruitment information, please contact Sheriff Recruiting at 714-834-5811.

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