Deputy Coroner I

Position: DEPUTY CORONER I
Location: Idaho Springs

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Coroner, and direct supervision of the Chief Deputy Coroner, this entry-level position will focus on adapting to office policies and procedures while also adhering to state/federal laws in performing medicolegal death investigations and associated work in a comprehensive manner; involving medicine, public health, criminal justice, and community service; fulfilling the vision of the Coroner, mission of the office, and related statutory responsibilities.

Benefits:
Clear Creek County offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include retirement benefits, medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; county-paid life and disability insurance; flexible spending and health savings account options; paid time off, sick leave and holidays;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources; telehealth services; and voluntary supplemental benefit offerings.

Benefit eligibility is based on position and scheduled hours; not all positions qualify for the full benefits package.

Sheriff's Office Positions Only: Enhanced retirement benefits through FPPA (Fire & Police Pension Association) are currently under development, with anticipated implementation in late 2026.

PRINCIPAL

JOB DUTIES:

• Scene Investigation:

• Investigate circumstances of death to determine the cause and fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained death.

• Makes positive identification of deceased; identifies and notifies next of kin.

• Testifies at inquests, hearings, and court trials.
• Confers with officials of public health and law enforcement agencies to coordinate interdepartmental activities.
• Consult with families, witnesses, medical professionals, law enforcement personnel, and others to obtain statements and related evidence. Analyzes information and prepares investigative reports accordingly for legal documentation
• Coordinates activities for disposition of unclaimed corpses and personal effects of deceased.
• Completes reports and files death certificates.
• Consoles families through the death and grieving process and guides families through the coroner process.
• Gathers, reviews, and analyzes medical/psychological records and legal documents; including but not limited to EMS/Police reports, toxicology records, and autopsy reports, and summarizes findings
• Maintains continuing education.
• Assists the Coroner in office management responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.
• OTHER DUTIES:
Assists with inventory of supplies, toxicology, medications, and evidence. Assists with educational activities. Special projects as assigned. Maintains department equipment in a clean and safe working condition. MINIMUM

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

• Must have Colorado State Death Investigation Certification or be able to acquire it within one year of hire date.

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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation or general education degree (GED). Less than a year of experience. Must train with the Coroner and/or Chief Deputy Coroner for 10 death investigations, as well as attend 5 autopsies. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Abilities to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

• Ability to accurately and effectively transmit and receive information necessary to accomplish goals and objectives, including effective written and oral communication; ability to keep customers (public), subordinates, peers, and supervisors informed; and the ability to listen.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Skilled in medical information, techniques, and protocols.
• Basic office computer…