Deputy Coroner

Deputy Coroner

Make a meaningful difference in your community by serving as a Deputy Coroner with Chatham County, GA Government! This important role supports death investigations, helps determine causes and manners of death, and provides compassionate assistance to families during difficult times. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with strong investigative skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service.

Under the supervision of the County Coroner, •Assists in managing investigations to determine cause of death and determine manner of death such as homicide, accidental, suicide, or natural. •Consults with Coroner on deaths involving investigations by law enforcement agencies. •May testify at inquests, grand jury hearings, depositions, and court trials. •Assists in the processing of all investigative forms, death certificates, state and federal forms, and reports. •Assists the Coroner in conducting death investigations falling under the jurisdiction of the Coroner's Office in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. •Assists in gathering and securing complete medical and legal information necessary for conducting investigations. •Documents and secures pertinent personal property of the deceased and completes related property control forms at the direction of the Coroner. •Assists relatives of the deceased by providing information concerning circumstances of death. •Assists in transporting bodies to morgue, autopsy facilities, or funeral homes. •Assists with autopsies as directed. •Communicates with funeral homes, at the family's direction, to arrange for removal of decedent from scene, hospital, or morgue. •Performs the duties of the Coroner as directed in the absence of the Coroner. •Performs other duties as assigned.

•High School Diploma or GED, and •At least three (3) years of investigative training in a private agency, medical, nursing or law enforcement setting; or •Any equivalent combination of experience and training. •Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. •Must possess or be able to complete training and certification through the Georgia Coroner's Training Council.

During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.

In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.

Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.

Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Benefits

CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire. Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule. HEALTH – Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children. VISION – The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses. DENTAL – Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost. EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER – Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost. RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period. LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum. WELLNESS PROGRAM – Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS – Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products. HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF – Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.