JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha County is seeking a committed professional to
support our Medical Examiner\'s Office mission of ensuring that death
investigations are carried out in an expeditious and professional
manner, while providing the highest level of sensitivity and compassion
to the surviving loved ones during their time of grief. Primary
functions of this position are to investigate the medically relevant
circumstances surrounding deaths reported to the Medical Examiner\'s
Office in Kenosha County, and to prepare written reports documenting the
investigative findings. This position reports to the Medical Examiner
and the Chief Deputy Medical Examiner. Duties include: Respond to scenes
of reported deaths and perform a skilled investigation Determine whether
a death is within the Medical Examiner\'s jurisdiction and requires an
investigation in accordance with WI Statutes Chapter 979 Maintain
availability by telephone during on-call hours Prepare human remains for
transport from a scene Communicate effectively with emergency personnel
and law enforcement investigators in order to obtain accurate and
comprehensive information regarding the circumstances surrounding a
death Communicate effectively and compassionately with the decedent\'s
loved ones and other witnesses Obtain the decedent\'s medical and social
history from physicians, medical records, emergency personnel,
relatives, witnesses, police, and other involved persons Communicate
effectively with funeral directors and funeral home personnel Speak and
write in a professional manner; maintain a professional appearance
Submit clear, accurate, and objective reports for all death
investigations in a timely manner, using a computerized web-based
records management system and adhering to the prescribed format Ensure
that the next-of-kin is notified of the death Maintain and upgrade
professional knowledge and skills by attending continuing education
seminars, training programs, and appropriate courses Perform other
duties as assigned by the Medical Examiner and/or Chief Deputy Medical
Examiner Perform and document post-mortem examinations under the
direction of the Medical Examiner and/or Chief Deputy Medical Examiner
Maintain the electronic death investigation record by entering all
available information regarding scene and case investigation, uploading
documents such as postmortem examination, digital photographs, and all
other documents pertaining to each death case, into the Medical Examiner
database Make arrangements for forensic autopsy with the contracted
provider; for transport of the decedent; and for tissue donation (when
appropriate) when an autopsy is to be ordered Comply with policies and
procedures established by the Medical Examiner\'s Office and Kenosha
County Maintain communication with the Medical Examiner staff Perform
other duties as assigned and appropriate \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Minimum of three years of experience in law
enforcement, as a first responder (e.g. firefighter, EMT), a licensed or
certified nurse, or a medical care provider Success Factors Knowledge of
Kenosha County geography Knowledge of principles and practices of public
administration Knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to
public health Skill in interpersonal communication to deal courteously
and effectively with other employees and the public Skill in
organization Skill in investigation - using multiple resources to locate
next of kin and searching decedent\'s home for clues Ability to act as
the guardian of the public and trust Ability to demonstrate a thorough
knowledge of modern medical examiner principles, procedures, techniques,
and equipment Ability to speak effectively to individuals and groups
Ability to comprehend, process, and apply both verbal and written skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to use resources effectively
and efficiently Ability to operate a computer with knowledge and
proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to
work independently Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and
Inclusive Environment Other Job Requirements Must Possess a Valid
driver\'s license without record of suspension or revocation in any
state, have a safe driving record, and be insurable Must have reliable
transportation to respond to the Medical Examiner\'s Office to retrieve
the response vehicle Must have internet access Physical Demands The
position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100
pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
May be required to climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; sit,
stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk and hear; use hands to handle or
feel Will frequently work in an outdoor environment with exposure to
weather-related heat and cold, rain, wind, and other elements May be
exposed to extreme cold (not weather-related), criminal suspects, or
prison inmates May occasionally be required to lift/move over 60 pounds
Work Environment/Conditions The work environment and exposures described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The incumbent in this position will have frequent exposures
to individuals who are rude or irate, communicable diseases, bodily
fluids (blood, urine, etc.), and infectious waste. There will be
occasional exposure to individuals with known violent backgrounds,
outdoor environments, street environments, clinical health care
environments, funeral home/morgue/embalming rooms, fumes or airborne
particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals, substances waste. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Other: To see the complete job description and
to apply for this position, please visit our website,
www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs, and click the \"View Open Jobs\" button.
Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, January 30, 2026,
at 12:00 noon. Apply Online: www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs
