Deputy Medical Examiner II

Overview

The County of San Diego Medical Examiner's Department is currently recruiting for Deputy Medical Examiners. Board-certified Forensic Pathologists with non-forensic subspecialty training (e.g., Neuropathology, Cardiac Pathology, Pediatric Pathology, etc.) are encouraged to apply!

Deputy Medical Examiners determine the cause of death for the deceased in the custody of the Medical Examiner. Deputy Medical Examiner II is the journey-level class for the Deputy Medical Examiner series. Incumbents possess Board Certification in Forensic Pathology and are specialized physicians responsible for conducting post-mortem examinations to determine the probable cause of death. They confer with the Chief Medical Examiner, Chief Deputy Medical Examiner, and law enforcement agencies to assist them in interpreting autopsy findings for the purpose of reconstructing events leading to a suspected or actual homicide or suicide.

Future Salary Increases:
June 2026 – 5.10% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + 1.60% Market Adjustment). June 2027 – 4.60% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.60% Market Adjustment).

Recruitment Bonus: $1,250 Upon completion of the hiring process; $1,250 After successful completion of the probation period. May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000.

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The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

In addition, the department desires candidates that can communicate effectively, are knowledge workers, are customer focused, value and respect others, are driven to excel, enjoy teamwork and collaboration, desire and value continuous learning, demonstrate ethical behavior, and are supportive of change.

The names of qualified candidates will be placed on a twelve-month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. If successful in the initial screening process, the application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

The County of San Diego embraces a vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all with values including integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. The County is committed to serving everyone and building a framework for the future that creates a County that works for all.

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego supports veterans through resources and policies to assist with transition into civilian life and to maximize employment opportunities. Veterans’ Preference Policy and Military Skills Translator resources are available for assistance.