DEPUTY CORONER I (Idaho Springs)
JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Coroner, and direct supervision of the Chief Deputy Coroner, this entry-level position will focus on adapting to office policies and procedures while also adhering to state/federal laws in performing medicolegal death investigations and associated work in a comprehensive manner; involving medicine, public health, criminal justice, and community service; fulfilling the vision of the Coroner, mission of the office, and related statutory responsibilities. Benefits: Clear Creek County offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include retirement benefits, medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; county-paid life and disability insurance; flexible spending and health savings account options; paid time off, sick leave and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources; telehealth services; and voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. Benefit eligibility is based on position and scheduled hours; not all positions qualify for the full benefits package. Sheriff's Office Positions Only: Enhanced retirement benefits through FPPA (Fire & Police Pension Association) are currently under development, with anticipated implementation in late 2026. PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES: • Scene Investigation: • Investigate circumstances of death to determine the cause and fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained death. • Makes positive identification of deceased; identifies and notifies next of kin. • Testifies at inquests, hearings, and court trials. • Confers with officials of public health and law enforcement agencies to coordinate interdepartmental activities. • Consult with families, witnesses, medical professionals, law enforcement personnel, and others to obtain statements and related evidence. Analyzes information and prepares investigative reports accordingly for legal documentation • Coordinates activities for disposition of unclaimed corpses and personal effects of deceased. • Completes reports and files death certificates. • Consoles families through the death and grieving process and guides families through the coroner process. • Gathers, reviews, and analyzes medical/psychological records and legal documents; including but not limited to EMS/Police reports, toxicology records, and autopsy reports, and summarizes findings • Maintains continuing education. • Assists the Coroner in office management responsibilities. • Other duties as assigned. • OTHER DUTIES: Assists with inventory of supplies, toxicology, medications, and evidence. Assists with educational activities. Special projects as assigned. Maintains department equipment in a clean and safe working condition. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION • CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES: • Must have Colorado State Death Investigation Certification or be able to acquire it within one year of hire date. • EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation or general education degree (GED). Less than a year of experience. Must train with the Coroner and/or Chief Deputy Coroner for 10 death investigations, as well as attend 5 autopsies. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • Abilities to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. • Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. • Ability to accurately and effectively transmit and receive information necessary to accomplish goals and objectives, including effective written and oral communication; ability to keep customers (public), subordinates, peers, and supervisors informed; and the ability to listen. • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. • Skilled in medical information, techniques, and protocols. • Basic office computer skills with specialized experience in database manipulation. • Knowledge in public relations and communications. • A basic knowledge of criminal investigation, law enforcement, and health and human services. • Ability to establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with the public, county departments, co-workers, and other agencies. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must have a working telephone – can be either cell or home phone. • Must have a valid Colorado Motor Vehicle Drivers License. • Must pass a background check: Criminal and Traffic • Conviction of a crime will not be an absolute bar to employment • Required legal authorization to work - United States citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States. SUPERVISORY: None PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed primarily in off-site locations (in houses, outdoors, etc.). Incumbents will occasionally experience outside environment exposure to inclement weather conditions as well as being frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may encounter situations involving high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold or heat, risk of electrical shock, explosives, risk of radiation, and vibration. Some sedentary work is also possible. The following physical demands are involved: standing, walking, running, bending; climbing or balancing; kneeling, crouching, or crawling; taste or smell; use of hands to finger, grasp, and feel; reaching with hands and arms; pushing, pulling, and lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 pounds and/or moving 100 pounds. Clear vision of close objects as well as seeing distances of up to 20 feet or more (use of corrective eyewear is acceptable). Work includes hearing voice conversations and talking. Some keyboarding is required. This position requires regular travel through the County and to make occasional trips to other locations that may or may not require overnight stays. POSSIBLE HEALTH RISKS SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION This position has been determined to be an EXTREME exposure risk to 'biohazards' associated with blood-borne pathogens HIV (aids), HAV (Hepatitis A) virus, HBV (hepatitis B) virus, and air-borne transmissions of TB (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposure to a 'biohazard' may result in severe illness or death. Members are required by Department policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent or treat exposures to 'biohazards'. The County provides inoculation of HAV, HBV (Testing for TB), Chickenpox, Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, & Pertussis), Meningococcal, MMR (Measles, Mumps & Rubella), and Influenza. Some vaccinations are only required once in a lifetime, and you may be required to show documentation of the vaccine. Employees who decline to be vaccinated will need to sign a Declination The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements, duties and responsibilities. Clear Creek County provides reasonable job-related accommodations for disabled persons. EMERGENCY DEPLOYMENT Employees may be temporarily reassigned to perform
