Medical Investigator, Deputy

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Note: Current Employees must use the Workday Dashboard career section to apply for this position. Employee Type: Regular Department: Medical Examiner Salary: $57,387.20 - $79,955.20 Annually / $4,782.27 - $6,662.93 Monthly / $27.59 - $38.44 Hourly Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Overtime Eligibile: Yes Job Posting Date Range: 06/15/2026 - Until Filled Job Summary: WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in a position covered by the 1553 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) submitting applications between 6/15/26 and 6/22/26. The position allocated to this class responds to and participates in the on-scene investigation of unnatural and/or unattended deaths in a 24-hour operation. Incumbents assist with autopsies and are familiar with all autopsy room procedures. Duties include preparing investigative reports, as required. Positions serve under the general direction of the Chief Medical Examiner or designee. In the field, work is performed with considerable independence. Job Description: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Fields phone calls to the Medical Examiner's Office that are reporting deaths, and determines jurisdiction of each case reported, Travels to the scene of homicides, suicides, accidental, questionable and/or unattended deaths as required in accordance with established call schedule. Takes custody of remains in accordance with prescribed protocol and procedure. Performs initial on-scene examination of remains; collects on-site scene information and evidence to include drawing of body fluids and specimens by examining the bodies of decedents, taking pictures, securing physical evidence on the body or within proximity of the body and noting other physical evidence or circumstances relevant to the death. Conducts joint investigation of circumstances of death in association with law enforcement officials attending the scene; works with law enforcement officials to ensure next-of-kin death notification. Manages difficult situations with family members and the general public Collects information relevant to or related to cause and manner of death. Conducts external examination of bodies as required in individual cases and photographs all pertinent investigative features at the scene. Conducts investigations for next of kin of deceased persons and investigations for unidentified deceased persons. Provides follow-up information to families pertaining to the cause and manner of their loved one's death and gives advice and information on death dispositions. Conducts interviews eliciting pertinent past and present history from persons associated with the decedent. Obtains and reviews medical histories and records from private physicians or health care agencies. Logs and tracks property and evidence and ensures chain of custody of evidence is maintained. Oversees the removal and/or release of body to appropriate agencies or funeral homes. Conducts removal and transportation of body from local hospitals and funeral homes. Collects data and prepares comprehensive case reports on death investigations in accordance with pre-established policy and procedure, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information. Conducts follow-up investigations as required. Communicates and consults with law enforcement personnel, funeral homes and other agencies to expedite disposition of the case. May be required to give sworn testimony in a deposition or before a court or other legal tribunal. Practices appropriate environmental safety and/or infection control methods. Assists in autopsies including photography, collection of personal effects and/or evidence, direct contact with remains/evisceration, procurement of tissue samples, procurement of toxicology samples and fingerprints, labeling of containers and other forms, transfer of remains to funeral home. Assists in cleaning/decontamination of autopsy suite; ordering, stocking and maintenance of equipment and supplies; and storage and documentation of evidence and tissue samples. Performs other related duties as required/assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Associate's degree from an accredited college and university, in the field of law enforcement, forensic science, biology, health science or related area, and Three (3) years of related work experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered. Must be certified in Core Investigative Training through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission within one (1) year of date of hire. Must be certified as a Medicolegal Death Investigator by the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators within two (2) years of date of hire and maintain certification throughout employment. Possession of a valid driver's license at time of hire and for the duration of employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Applicant must be willing to sign confidentiality statement related to inform

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