Forensic Pathologist

Full Time
Redding, CA 96002
Posted
Job description
JOB
CURRENT VACANCY IS WITHIN THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE SEE “SPECIAL REQUIREMENT” SECTION REGARDING POSSESSION OF A PROFESSIONAL LICENSE SKILLS OR EXPERIENCES LISTED UNDER THE IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT MAY ALSO BE USED TO SCREEN APPLICATIONS APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED WEEKLY UNTIL CURRENT VACANCY IS FILLED FINAL FILING DATE: ** CONTINUOUS **SALARY INFORMATION$16,794 - $21,433 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $96.89 - $123.65 APPROXIMATE HOURLY**Please visit https://co.shasta.ca.us/MOUs and refer to the Shasta County Personnel Rules and the Unrepresented Management Cost of Living Increases for future salary increases.ABOUT THE POSITIONUnder the administrative direction of the Chief Deputy Coroner, will perform forensic pathology services, general pathology services, and related medical functions to determine cause and manner of death; and performs other related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThe incumbent in this position is appointed by the Sheriff-Coroner and, as a licensed physician and surgeon specializing in forensic pathology, will be responsible for conducting specialized autopsies to determine cause and manner of death. This position is an unclassified, at will position.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Responds to death scenes as required to make preliminary findings as to causes, circumstances, and manner of death; assists in activities concerned with the collection and preservation of evidence; establishes standards for and conducts autopsies to determine the cause, circumstances, and manner of death; interprets reports prepared by physicians, pathologists, and toxicologists; confers with medical and investigative personnel in making determinations as to the cause and circumstance of death; consults with law enforcement officers, the District Attorney, and attorneys in the preparation of court cases; testifies in court; meets with families of deceased to discuss medical aspects of cases; prepares reports of findings; provides administrative direction and oversight to autopsies conducted on a contract basis; carries out departmental operational and administrative policy; trains staff.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until current vacancy has been filled. A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, “Refer to Resume and/or Cover Letter,” or “See Attached Resume and/or Cover Letter” the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will NOT be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered. Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at apply online or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office. Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345. SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERShasta County Personnel1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515

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