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Medicolegal Death Investigator

Washington County, OR
$33.96 - $41.29 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
155 North 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 23, 2025
THE POSITION The Medical Examiner's Office within the Public Health Division of Washington County's Department of Health and Human Services is looking to fill a full-time regular Medicolegal Death Investigator position to complement our dedicated team. * This recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, variable hour, temporary, and limited duration vacancies that may become available within the next six-months or so. * About the Opportunity: The Medicolegal Death Investigator (MDI) receives general administrative support and supervision, as needed, from assigned management staff and general program supervision from the Chief Medicolegal Death Investigator. This position partners with both the Sheriff's Office and the District Attorney's Office by conducting death investigations for sudden, unexpected, suspicious, or unattended deaths within Washington County's jurisdiction. The MDI acts as the eyes and ears of the forensic pathologist while investigating the circumstances of deaths, providing the physician with the data and evidence to determine the cause and manner of death. The work schedule for this position generally covers a 3- or 4-day per week shift during the day, the midday (swing), or the overnight shift. Schedules are not guaranteed and may change over time depending on staffing and business needs. Due to the nature of the duties, the work is expected to be performed in-person only and is not eligible for remote work. Work locations may vary: primarily at Public Services Building, Hillsboro, OR, frequently travel to the State Medical Examiner's Office in Clackamas, OR, and death scenes within Washington County jurisdiction as needed. To learn more about what we do, please use this link: Medical Examiner's Office. Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate is certified with the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators ( ABMDI) with preferably five or more years of experience in the same or a related field working with law enforcement and/or medical professionals. Additionally, they will have exceptional investigative, analytical, and documentation skills as well as diligence to follow cases through to their conclusion. They will be a team player with effective conflict resolution skills and the ability to understand policies and procedures and apply them in the field. They will possess emotional intelligence, practice self-care strategies, and have effective written and verbal communication skills. A record of successful experience working with multi-background communities is highly desired, as is a shared commitment with Washington County to serve our community. Bilingual skills would be a plus. Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program on the "Benefits" tab above! ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification including a full list of duties, please use this link: Medicolegal Death Investigator. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Candidates must meet one of the following minimum qualifications to be considered. An Associate degree from an accredited college with major course work in Human Anatomy, Biology, Forensics, Pathology, criminal justice, or related; AND One (1) year of experience in law enforcement investigations, Medical Examiner's Office investigations, Emergency Medical Services, or related field. OR Three (3) years of experience in law enforcement investigations, Medical Examiner's Office investigations, Emergency Medical Services, or related field. Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, and Specialty Requirements: Ability to complete the registry level of the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) within one year. (To find more information about ABMDI, visit: https://abmdi.org/) Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy-Vehicles. Must be able to perform moderately strenuous physical activity and withstand exposure to unpleasant elements at death scenes. Must be able to safely lift 50 pounds from the floor to the waist level. Must be able to successfully pass extensive background investigation. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our commitment to you: Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Selection Process Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Depending on the number of applications received, we may conduct additional screening based on the preferred qualifications. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the initial screening process as soon as possible. Conditional Offer: The final candidate will require to successfully clear an extensive third-party background check and driving record check as pre-employment conditions and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check as a condition of continuous employment. Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family. Status of Your Application: You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points . Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.Gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment Yeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Business Partner Yeji_Seo@WashingtonCountyOR.Gov Additional Resources: New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visit https://www.GovernmentJobs.com/home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. * Washington County is a drug-free workplace *