Investigator​/ME Field Agent - Medical Examiner's Office

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• Conduct death scene investigations: visit death scene, draw diagrams, take photographs, interview witnesses, family members, police etc.
• Prepare written investigative reports on findings and observations.
• Contact physicians and medical facilities to obtain medical info pertinent to death investigation.
• Coordinate identification measures in all cases, especially for unidentified decedents.
• Contact next of kin regarding disposition of decedent.
• Respond to calls from news media and release appropriate info regarding cases.
• Serve as liaison with law enforcement agencies, coordinating exchange of information.
• Consult with Medical Examiners for necessary follow-up info required for case investigation.
• Maintain safety and security of the building and its occupants; address issues with the public, issue warnings and make arrests if necessary.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Participate in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by county managers.

• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years experience as a Death Investigator.
• OR Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Forensics, Medical or job related field and no experience.
• OR Registered Nurse and 4 years nursing experience.
• OR HS Diploma/GED, Master TCOLE certification and 4 years investigative experience.
• Must have knowledge of Texas State Medical Examiner Act and related statutes along with knowledge of crime scene investigation and procedures.
• Knowledge of criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, health care systems, basic pathophysiology and medical terminology.
• Skills in identification and assessment of wounds; photography; fingerprinting and other identification techniques.
• Good written and oral communication skills required, along with excellent computer skills, including word processing.
• Ability to maintain security of work area, evidence, and information and respond to inquiries from public and official agencies in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Ability to work well with other agencies to facilitate effective investigation and appropriate services for decedents and their families.
• Certification through the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI), or obtain within 6 months of employment.

$28.80 - $36.00 hourly, Night Shift/Weekends. Candidates that hold a TCOLE Master Peace Officer certification or higher may be eligible for the Law Enforcement Salary Range of $36.56 - $45.70 hourly based on qualifications.

Upon filling position.

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide range of great benefits.

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