JOB REQUIREMENTS: Under supervision, determines jurisdiction of the
case; investigates and reports on the cause and manner of death; and
performs other duties as required. This is an LTE position which means
there are no benefits given with the role. Essential Duties Investigates
deaths in accordance with Wisconsin State Statutes, including evaluating
death scenes, examining and preserving evidence, investigating the
circumstances of death by obtaining personal data and medical history
through records and interviews; and establishes initial assessment of
cause and manner of death as natural, suicidal, accidental or homicidal.
Prepares death certificates, disinterment permits, subpoenas, and other
legally binding documents for embalming and cremation. Assists in the
identification of decedent, and determines and coordinates proper
disposition of the body, including removal and transportation of the
body to the morgue. Notifies next of kin personally or in conjunction
with other law enforcement and judicial agencies. Prepares reports
documenting the facts and findings of all death investigations and other
activities regarding the deceased. Examines bodies, investigates cause
and manner of death and prepares and issues certificates, disinterment
permits, subpoenas, and other legally binding documents for embalming
and cremation. Performs death notifications for other jurisdictions.
Assists in the collection, preservation and chain of custody of bodies,
criminal and physical evidence, specimens and property. Collects,
packages and prepares specimens for tests, storage or transport and
maintains specimen inventory. Coordinates dissemination of information
to family, friends, law enforcement agencies and the public in
accordance with office policies and procedures. Releases bodies and
property to the appropriate agency, funeral director, or family member
and secures a receipt of the transaction. Takes photographs of bodies
and other evidence at death scenes. Testifies in civil and criminal
court cases when necessary. Obtains personal data and medical history on
cases from hospital personnel, health care personnel, and interviews
with family, neighbors, friends and others. Since the office is open on
a 24 hour per day, 7-days per week basis, investigators will respond to
reports of deaths on a rotating, on-call basis. Establishes and
maintains effective working and public relations with various local and
state law enforcement agencies, federal officers, County departments,
medical personnel, funeral service professionals, families and the
public. Maintains the confidential nature of client and business
information; completes word processing work in an accurate, effective
and timely manner. Assures compliance with policies and procedures of
the Medical Examiner\'s Office. Assists MLI staff with simultaneous
calls and cremation investigations as needed. Assists MLI staff with
case follow-up as needed to maintain case continuity and case
progression. Provides shift coverage in Brown County and other partner
counties as needed. Assists in training of new and existing MLI staff.
24/7 On-call availability as coordinated with the Chief Medical
Examiner, Director of Operations and Lead MLI. Performs other duties as
required. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Considerable
knowledge of the Wisconsin State Statutes concerning investigation of
deaths. Considerable knowledge of investigative techniques, principles
and practices used in the determination of cause and manner of death.
Considerable knowledge of the causes and manners of death. Considerable
knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology
especially pertaining to death and varying forms of trauma. Working
knowledge of techniques, methods and procedures for the handling and
preparation of evidence for chain of custody control. Working knowledge
of occupational safety requirements and procedures, es ecially regarding
hazardous materials and blood borne pathogens. Working knowledge of the
procedures for sterile specimen collection. Working knowledge of
technology, department program software, internet access and database,
spreadsheet and word processing programs. Ability to utilize word
processing, database, internet and spreadsheet programs. Ability to
secure facts through objective, independent, and thorough
investigations; identify and interpret evidence; analyze data; and make
appropriate determinations. Ability to take proper photographs of scene,
body and evidence for documentation. Ability to prepare, present and
maintain accurate, objective and thorough reports and records. Ability
to move and transfer human bodies of various weights and insuring
preservation of any trace evidence. Ability to maintain specimens and
evidence logs and to maintain supplies in an orderly fashion. Ability to
perform laboratory tasks such as specimen transfers and handling
preserved specimens. Ability to deal with issues of death and dying,
often in unpleasant circumstances. Ability to perform work in the field
in varying types of terrain and weather conditions. Ability to establish
and maintain effective working and public relationships; and to
communicate effectively and deal compassionately with grieving family
members. Ability to work the required hours of the position. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
