Forensic Investigator Job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc, Yuma, AZ

NnBnckE0V24xU0c0TGlNc215M0hzZVhONmc9PQ==
  • Crime Scene Resources, Inc
  • Yuma, AZ

Job Description

Duties and Requirements Click to read more

Duties

  • Responds to death scenes;
  • Investigates the cause and manner of death in cases of unattended natural death, accident, suicide, or homicide;
  • Conducts interviews with family members, law enforcement personnel, medical professionals and others regarding circumstances of death;
  • Determines what scenes to investigate and what evidence to examine and/or collect;
  • Examines and photographs crime scenes;
  • Conducts an external examination of body and document findings;
  • Collects, submits, retrieves, and documents pathological, toxicological/histological specimens;
  • Removes deceased body from the death scene and transports to designated location;
  • Documents transfer of body and property;
  • Obtains or coordinates positive identification of bodies through visual personal identification affidavit, x-ray, dental records, descriptive evidence, and fingerprint records;
  • Files paperwork internally and to the Arizona Office of Vital Records, to include certified death certificates;
  • Prepares and maintains records and reports, including unidentified decedent data;
  • Collects, inventories, and preserves all evidentiary materials and personal effects of the deceased;
  • Maintains logs for cremation death certificates and removals;
  • May assist the Pathologist or Medical Examiner with the evaluation and postmortem examination;
  • Maintains sanitary conditions of the facility, equipment and instruments and properly disposes biological and biohazardous materials;
  • Performs routine clerical duties, such as, filing, answering phones and working with a variety of office and technical equipment;
  • Comply with all HIPAA regulations and related policies and regulations;
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance;
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience and Education
  • Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, forensic science, medicine/health care, or related field -AND- one (1) year of investigative experience;
  • OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • May be required to successfully complete a background check, polygraph examination, and drug test prior to appointment;
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Knowledge of:
  • Yuma County and Sheriff's Office Policies and Procedures;
  • Federal and state laws pertaining to forensic operations/activities;
  • Human anatomy and medical terminology, forensic investigative methods and laws in criminology;
  • Law enforcement principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment;
  • Practices and procedures of evidence collection, including specimen and tissue retrieval;
  • Geography, roads, and streets of Yuma County.
Skills in:
  • Applying forensic principles, and determining cause and manner of death;
  • Collecting, processing, and preserving death scene evidence;
  • Packaging and organizing property and evidence in an orderly fashion for storage and retrieval;
  • Use of autopsy/forensic, safety, and personal protective equipment;
  • Safety handling and disposal of biological and biohazardous materials;
  • Preparing complete and accurate reports and records;
  • Dealing impartially with people of different social economic, and ethnic backgrounds;
  • Operating computerized technology and job-related software applications.
Ability to:
  • Read, learn, understand, apply and follow rules, regulations, instructions and forensic practices and procedures;
  • Exercise initiative and independent judgment in selecting proper field forensic techniques;
  • Obtain and analyze information/factors regarding a death and to determine cause/manner of death;
  • Plan, organize and prioritize multiple investigations;
  • Follow written and verbal instructions;
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationship with supervisors, employees, other agencies, and the public, including law enforcement and physicians;
  • Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without reasonable accommodation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Work is performed in general office environment, in the field at death scenes, and in a laboratory/morgue setting;
  • Work a variety of scheduled shifts, irregular hours, and/or on-call status, as necessary;
  • May work non-standard hours, to include shift work, holidays, and weekends;
  • Exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, inclement weather, temperature extremes, body fluids, communicable diseases;
  • Hazardous materials/chemical, various evidence, and unpleasant odors;
  • Exposure to remote and isolate areas when examining a scene;
  • Climb rocks and other uneven terrains to access a scene;
  • Walk, stand and sit for long period of time;
  • Crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, twist, crouch, and reach to gather evidence during an investigation;
  • Move, lift, carry, drag, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds;
  • Prolong periods of attention to detail information;
  • Visual and muscular dexterity to operate: a motor vehicle, computer equipment, and two-way radio;
  • Utilize two-way radio to hear and respond to: radio communications, voice instructions, and/or commands;
  • Operate a motor vehicle and travel to/from various locations.

Do you have the Education Required? See available on-line and campus-based degree programs now!

Job Tags

Work at office, Remote work, Shift work, Weekend work,

Similar Jobs

Confidential

Chief Administrative Officer, Perioperative Services Job at Confidential

 ...Chief Administrative Officer, Perioperative Services About the Company Large academic healthcare system Industry Hospital & Health Care Type Educational Institution Founded 1966 Employees 10,001+ Categories ~ Health Care Specialties... 

TEKsystems

Scrum Master Job at TEKsystems

 ...Job Description Position: Scrum Master Duration: 12 month contract Location: Omaha, NE Work Environment: Hybrid, 3 days onsite...  ...through release, providing oversight to ensure alignment with Agile Scrum and/or Kanban practices. Removes impediments to... 

St. Lucy Church

Youth and Family Minister Job at St. Lucy Church

St. Lucy Roman Catholic Church, in Middletown, RI, is praying for a FULL TIME OR PART TIME - Youth and Family Minister who will assist the pastor and staff in evangelization and catechesis of all ages. A special emphasis will be placed on coordinating volunteers, direct... 

PetSitter.com

Pet Sitter Wanted - Looking For A Reliable House/Pet Sitter. Need Someone To Petsit Who Can Be At Our Home Including, Overnight And Most All Day Job at PetSitter.com

 ...and let out to go potty. We do need someone here at our home most of the time, so someone who works from home would be a great fit. Or a college student...  ...would be. Two of our dogs sleep in the bed with us most nights, so they will most likely also sleep in the bed with... 

Med Tech Solutions

Epic At-the-Elbow (ATE) Consultant Job at Med Tech Solutions

Join to apply for the Epic At-the-Elbow (ATE) Consultant role at Med Tech SolutionsJob Description:Client is seeking experienced Epic ATE go-live consultants to assist with the roll out of behavioral health module within Epic. This is a four-week go-live that requires...