Deputy Coroner

Deputy Coroner

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice. Examinations: of training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the work based on any combination of the following: Investigation, oral exam and rating of application. Should an oral exam be necessary, the oral exam will be weighted 100%. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process. The equivalent of two (2) years of full time, paid investigative experience which provides knowledge of investigative principles and techniques. Successful completion of Penal Code Section 832 course, prior to employment; or, successful completion no later than the first anniversary of employment as a Deputy Coroner. Employment beyond the one year probationary period is contingent upon completion of the Penal Code Section 832 course and satisfactory work performance. Applicants must successfully complete a firearms course as prescribed by the Sheriff-Coroner within the one year probationary period. Applicants are required to qualify and carry a firearm. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Applicants are encouraged to provide a detailed description of previous employment duties. Physical Examination: A rigid medical examination by the County Physician is required. Minimum Age: 21 years of age by the final filing date. Character: Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Felony CONVICTIONS will be disqualifying. Misdemeanor CONVICTIONS may be disqualifying. Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a thorough background check. Working Conditions: Applicants must be willing to deal with death, dead bodies, at times decomposed remains; trauma involved with notification of next of kin; traveling rough terrain to reach death scene; adverse weather conditions; and, to accept call back and stand-by assignments, and work shifts on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week as needed.