Forensic investigator Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Salary : $50,627.04 - $68,224.32 Annually

Location : Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type : Full time

Job Number : P4884A-EA

Department : MEDICAL EXAMINER

Opening Date : 11 / 08 / 2024

Position / Program Information

EXAM NUMBER : P4884A-EA

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT :

OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

REPOSTING INFORMATION :

THIS ANNOUCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD

Original filing date : Monday, July 1, 2024

FIRST DAY OF FILING

TUESDAY, November 12, 2024 8 : 00AM, Pacific Time (PT)

Applications will be accepted from November 12, 2024, at 8 : 00am PT and will remain open until the needs of the Department are met.

The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Department of Medical Examiner is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Forensic Attendant vacancies related to the homelessness crisis.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Forensic Attendant.

Essential Job Functions

• Drives a County vehicle to locations throughout the County to recover and transport bodies, specimens, or records from hospitals, nursing home, or other death scenes to the Medical Examiner's facility.

Maintains vehicles in operational condition.

Keeps vehicle stocked with gurneys, stretchers, straps, sheets, and necessary supplies.

Recovers, lifts, and transports bodies to Department of Medical Examiner or other facilities.

Receives and processes bodies into Department of Medical Examiner facilities; places bodies on autopsy tables; prepares bodies for release; and releases bodies subsequent to post mortem examination.

Collects and preserves physical and medical evidence.

Performs case related data entry to Medical Examiner's computer system; keeps a log on morgue activities; writes receipts for bodies, clothing, personal property, and evidence; fingerprints bodies in accordance with departmental standards.

Cleans autopsy room and sterilizes instruments and equipment; delivers soiled linen to laundry; returns clean linen to morgue and storage room.

Assist the Medical Examiner Investigators in physical recovery and lifting of decedents bodies, as needed

Assist in autopsy procedures, as needed.

Perform other related duties, as needed.

Requirements

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS :

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma -AND- One (1) year of experience in a hospital, morgue or ambulance service moving or transporting patients or decedents.

LICENSE :

A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.

Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his / her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :

An Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree or higher, preferably in the following areas :

Administration of Justice

Health / Physical Sciences

Nursing

PHYSICAL CLASS :

4 - Arduous. Positions within this class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.

APPOINTEE MUST BE WILLING TO :

Work ANY shift, including nights, weekends, and / or holidays.

Work overtime in order to meet the legal requirements and / or departmental needs associated with death investigations.

Drive 75-100 miles one-way using a County vehicle or personal vehicle to various death scenes throughout the County of Los Angeles (mileage reimbursement is provided by the County).

Assist in the physical recovery, packaging, lifting, and moving of decedents' bodies including infants, children and bodies that may be fragmented, burned and / or in advanced stages of decomposition.

Work in highly stressful situations.

Develop and apply effective coping and self-care skills that maintain physical, mental, emotional well-being, a healthy perspective, and a clear and appropriate set of boundaries.

Work in death scenes that present a variety of difficult environmental challenges, such as strong odors, extreme temperatures, dilapidated living conditions, and / or rugged terrain.

Candidates selected for appointment will be extended an offer of employment that is conditional upon the results of a background investigation, physical ability test, psychological evaluation, and medical screening. The physical ability test will consist of a body drag, gurney lift and stair climb with weights.

EXAM CONTENT

Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.

Additional Information

APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION :

Applications must be filed online only.

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The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Department Contact Name : Christian Martinez

Department Contact Phone : (323) 343-0710

Department Contact Email :

Teletype Number : (800) 899-4099

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

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Your Responsibilities :

1. Completing Your Application :

a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.

b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.

c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.

2. Requirements on Job Posting :

a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.

b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.

c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.

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5. Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Policy :

a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation(s) may be subject to verification, consistent with state and federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.

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Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.

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Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.

Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.

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COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions / classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.

Updated February 2024

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This position works directly with individuals experiencing homelessness. I understand and am willing to perform all necessary work duties required for this position.

Do you have a valid California driver license?

Do you have a high school diploma or an equivalent diploma (e.g., General Education Development (GED) certificate)?

Do you have at least one year of experience working in a hospital, morgue, or ambulance service moving or transporting patients or decedents?

Please state if you have one year or more of experience in any of the following roles (select all that apply) :

Do you have an Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree or higher?

If you have an Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree or higher, please state if your emphasis was in any of the following areas (select all that apply) :

In order to receive credit for the degree you indicated on question 6, you MUST attach a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts, OR an official letter from the accredited institution confirming the area of emphasis at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. How will you submit your supporting documents?

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a thorough background investigation. Please review the following background investigation packet which will need to be completed within three (3) business days from the date of receipt of a contingent offer letter. Do you agree to completing the required personal history statement and submitting it within the required timeframe and understand that failure to submit will disqualify you from proceeding in the application process?

Required Question