ABOUT THE POSITIONThe office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Forensic Assistant. As a Forensic Assistant, you will perform a variety of manual and skilled technical work involving the processing of dead bodies for examination in determining the cause and manner of death and communicating with outside agencies and funeral homes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for work related to our 24hr receiving area to include disinfecting and sterilization of work spaces and equipment, conducting radiographic scans, maintaining the chain of custody of the decedent and their personal property. The candidate will be a part of the Forensic Division and report to the Forensic Supervisor.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful selected candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment.
Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school AND one (1) year of full-time public contact or general office support experience, or general knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, and methods involving infection control. Previous medical/coroner experience preferred. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Working Conditions: Work with exposure to dead bodies, infectious and contagious diseases, noxious fumes and hazardous chemicals and materials. May work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations.
Licensing and Certification: Specific positions may require a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. A self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or protective powered air purifying respirator test is part of the exam.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIESWorking hand in hand with forensic pathology technicians, investigative staff, administrative staff, mortuaries, families of decedents, and various outside agencies, responsible for receiving, weighing, measuring, fingerprinting, and photographing of decedents and checking and inventorying personal property and clothing. Maintains and sanitizes receiving area, coolers, processing area, gurneys and other equipment as needed. Maintains legal chain of custody evidentiary material, laboratory specimens, and personal property for decedents. Takes photographs of decedents to document condition of bodies and aid in identification. Interacts with family members, mortuaries, and others as needed, explaining administrative procedures and providing other relevant information. Communicates with investigative, forensic, and administrative staff as to the completion of examinations and coordinates with agencies for removal of decedents. Utilize computer for entering, editing and retrieval of data. Uses a variety of standard office and specialized equipment, such as cameras, fingerprint scanner and fingerprint equipment, digital scale, fax machine, and various other equipment. Maintains detailed records of decedents and ensures their release to the appropriate funeral home. May be required to operate a County vehicle. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSMobility to work in a forensic medical laboratory setting and use standard office and specialized forensic medical equipment and drive a motor vehicle; stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time; strength to lift and/or maneuver objects and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; and the ability to wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
- More Money in Your Pocket
- 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
- No Social Security Deduction
- No State Income Taxes
Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
- Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
- Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
- 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
- Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include:
- 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Holiday Leave
Other leave options
- Catastrophic Leave
- Parental Leave - Up to 90 days
Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
- Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
- Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
- Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.
Closing Date/Time: 9/10/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
