JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
following. Other duties may be assigned. Responds to death calls,
protects and takes charge of the body in a manner that is respectful of
the deceased and is consistent with the preservation of evidence.
Performs the death scene investigation; confirms or assists with
determining the identity of the deceased person; makes necessary
examinations and inquiries, as needed, to determine cause and manner of
death, including, but not limited to: obtains personal information and
medical history of the deceased by examining available documents and
records, and interviews relatives, friends, and acquaintances of the
decedent; assists in the determination of the need for law enforcement,
District Attorney, crime lab, etc.; administers death notification and
pronouncements; documents death scene; and controls the removal of the
body from the death scene. Collects, maintains and appropriately
transfers evidence; may obtain samples and specimens of human remains
for laboratory analysis; assists in the scheduling of pathological,
toxicological, or medicolegal examinations and other tests, including
autopsies, and may accompany body to and observe the autopsy;
investigates cause and manner of death and photographs all bodies for
cremation. Takes possession of any object, article or record, which may
be useful in establishing the cause and manner of death. Notifies next
of kin in person, by telephone as necessary or in conjunction with other
law enforcement and judicial agencies; responds to family questions and
concerns over deceased individuals. Related duties will include
examining, photographically recording, reviewing certifications of the
cause and manner of death of deceased persons for the purpose of issuing
Cremation Permits. Upon request of Court or District Attorney, may
review and or present physical examinations and tests incident to any
matter of criminal nature up for consideration before the Court or
District Attorney. Provides court testimony, as needed. May testify as a
factual witness when requested pertaining to the facts and observations
made during initial investigation, physical examination and any other
tasks performed. Shall testify as an expert for either the court or the
state in all matters where the examinations or tests have been made.
Issues cremation and disinterment permits. Completes and signs the
Medical Certification for deaths reportable under state law and county
policies. Produces and maintains accurate records and reports on all
cases reported to the Medical Examiner\'s Office, including, but not
limited to: narrative of investigations, photographic media, medical
records, law enforcement reports, and autopsy protocol and specimens.
Issues autopsy, toxicology and coroner reports to appropriate agencies.
Maintains confidentiality of records and information obtained during
investigations in accordance with State and Federal law. Advocate for
the deceased by preserving dignity and safeguarding property. Shall act
as Deputy Medical Examiner/deputy coroner in another County when
requested and authorized by the Calumet County Medical Examiner. It is
unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular
basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties
that an employee maybe required to perform. The examples are merely
indicative, not restrictive. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Comprehensive knowledge of the statutes governing the
position of the Medical Examiner. Ability to, based on accepted medical
procedures and in consultation with others as needed determine the cause
of death to a reasonable degree of medical certainty. Considerable
knowledge of human anatomy, medical and legal terminology, plus
practices of medicine as it pertains to death and varying forms of
trauma. Good knowledge of investigative techniques, principles, and
practices used to research the cause and manner of death; and the
principles, practices, and procedures of pathology. Ability to perform
analysis including the interpretation of a death scene, identifying
items of evidence, and assessing the condition of the body. Ability to
prepare and present accurate, objective and thorough reports; and
maintain security of all case records. Ability to establish and maintain
a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationships.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org
Other: To apply, complete required online application. Applications
accepted until position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET
COUNTY 206 COURT ST CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address:
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475
