Coroner Technician Trainee Job at County of Orange
CORONER TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
This job bulletin is written notification of an upcoming recruitment for Coroner Technician Trainee. Applicants will not have access to apply during this period. This written notification will be posted in a read-only format through Thursday, March 2, 2023
The Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Department will be accepting applications beginning Friday, March 3, 2023 on a continuous basis until the needs of the Department are met. This recruitment may close as early as Friday, March 3, 2023 at 11:59pm.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill immediate and future vacancies within the Sheriff's Department until the next recruitment Also, this recruitment may be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
THE DIVISION
The Coroner Division operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. During and upon passing probation, applicant will be required to work or train on any of the 3 shifts, weekends, and/or holidays. All scheduling is based on seniority following completion of probation.
The Coroner Division is an investigative unit responsible for carrying out the statutory duties of the Coroner. Those duties include investigation into the circumstances surrounding all deaths falling within the Coroner's jurisdiction for the purpose of determining the cause, manner and time of death. Performing medico-legal death investigations are conducted county-wide on all homicides, suicides, accidents, suspicious and unexplained deaths. Other duties include establishing the identity of the decedent, notification of the next of kin, safeguarding personal property and completion of mandatory records.
The Division participates in programs aimed at reducing youthful drunk driving and drug use; identifying consumer products causing fatal injury; prevention of domestic violence, drug abuse and elder abuse; and providing education and training for medical, legal and law enforcement professionals. The division also works with non-profit organ and tissue procurement agencies and researchers pursuing advancement of medical science.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Under direct supervision, Coroner Technician Trainees learn to assist pathologists in performing difficult/advanced autopsies using a variety of techniques to preserve medical-legal evidence; work in tandem with the attending pathologists to complete the external/internal autopsy examination using prescribed techniques, and complete intake processing, identify and release bodies; and to do other work as required.
This is the entry and training level of Coroner Technician series. There is no permanent status in this class. Incumbents must successfully complete a 52-week probationary period to qualify for promotion to the Coroner Technician level or be subjected to termination.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of
- Physiology, anatomy or pathology, and associated medical terminology
- Technical procedures and techniques in a hospital unit, medical facility, tissue banks, mortuary, medical laboratory or related type of facility
- Follow detailed oral and written instructions in performing complex medical technical procedures
- Prepare clear and concise reports and keep accurate records
- Perform specialized procedures an tests as related to an autopsy setting
- Operate, and learn technical equipment required to assist pathologists
- Assists with multiple autopsies
- Work effectively with dead bodies (varying in levels of decomposition) in an autopsy setting
- Interact effectively with distraught persons and families of deceased
- Maintain appropriate cleanliness and decorum in an autopsy facility
One (1) year of experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge and abilities (such occupations as medical technician, medical laboratory technician are examples of experience which may be considered qualifying).
College level education or training which is directly related to the required knowledge and abilities (such as Anatomy, Biology, Mortuary Science, Medical terminology, Pathology, Physiology) may be substituted for required experience on the basis of three (3) semester units for one (1) month of experience.
License/Certification
Possession of a valid California Driver License by date of appointment.
Special Requirement
Passage of comprehensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner Department.
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the following key competencies:
Results Oriented:
- Proactively accomplish day-to-day operational assignments with limited oversight
- Maintain focus on personal safety and the safety of your coworkers
- Anticipate and meet the needs of coworkers and those we serve
- Complete tasks in the most efficient and timely manner, without sacrificing accuracy or integrity
- Organizing and understanding information received prior to making decisions
- Making decisions based on sound logic
- Prioritizing needs of the Unit to maximize efficiency
- Troubleshooting and resolving problems related to a specific assignment
- Taking responsibility for work product and actions, regardless of the outcome
- Listen effectively
- Present ideas clearly, logically, and concisely
- Share information with the appropriate parties
- Maintain open and productive dialog with coworkers
- Act in a mature and businesslike manner
- Establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships
- Recognize and respect the chain of command
- Freely share specialized knowledge with others
- Remain flexible and accommodating to the fluctuations of the workload
- Be punctual and maintain a solid attendance record
- Demonstrate willingness and acceptance in covering shifts
- Be discreet, maintaining the confidentiality of the personal information of the cases we handle
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, polygraph test and fingerprinting. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Services N.A.C.E.S.).
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Vision acuity to see distances under 20 feet, use both eyes, depth perception, and utilize field equipment. Incumbents must have independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, grasp (simple, power, precision), reach below and above shoulder; twisting and bending at the waist; continuously extend neck upwards, downwards, or side-to-side during autopsy and the ability to push, pull, grip, grasp and/or lift bodies over 100+ pounds. In addition, incumbents might climb stairs, balance, crouch, kneel, squat, stoop; sit and stand for prolonged periods; use fine manipulation and ability to carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to read, write and comprehend; speak and hear well enough to communicate and take direction, converse in person, telephone and during operation of machinery. Ability to independently reason and analyze data, make decisions, recommendations, reach objective conclusions, deescalate situations in a calm manner, perform routine, complex, and varies tasks. Ability to interact with others in written form; work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and competing priorities.
Environmental and Working Conditions
Standard office environment in a morgue/coroner setting. May be subject to high levels of noise, work indoors with extreme cold, heat, and/or humidity conditions, varying terrain and/or uneven surfaces, heights; work around moving objects, machinery and vehicles. Will be required to drive a county vehicle or use county-approved means of transportation for job-related travel. May be exposed to biological agents, chemical agents, fumes, blood and other bodily fluids, offensive odors, contagious diseases.
INCUMBENT IS REQUIRED TO WEAR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE APPAREL THROUGHOUT AUTOPSY EXAMINATIONS AND MAY THEREFORE ENDURE EXPOSURE TO DIMINISHED AIRFLOW/BREATHING CAPABILITIES AND INCREASED BODY TEMPERATURE.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Human Resources Minimum Qualifications
Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) |Application Ratin g: (Refer/Non-Refer) An AAP of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen all application materials and rate for job knowledge, competencies and related experience described above. The more qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. (The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information.)
Oral Panel Interview : (Weighted 100%) Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. (Please note: The panel of job knowledge experts is not granted access to the candidate's application prior to the panel interview; therefore, a candidate's responses to the structured questions should be thorough, detailed and complete.)
ELIGIBLE LIST
After all procedures have been completed, Sheriff Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here (Download PDF reader) to review the policy.
HOW TO APPLY
Only on-line applications will be submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of online applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should demonstrate your professional experience and education related to the specific qualifications/duties listed in this bulletin, including areas which you have developed expertise. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Maria Cervantes at (714) 834-5624 or email mcervantes@ocsheriff.gov
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays-we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
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