Responsibilities

The Districts 5 & 24 Medical Examiner’s Office is seeking applicants for consideration for the position of Forensic Investigator. The Office is a free-standing, N.A.M.E. accredited, facility based in Leesburg, Florida, that investigates deaths in a six county jurisdiction. This is a private agency that contracts with the counties that it serves.

The position involves all aspects of medicolegal death investigation. The Forensic Investigators working in this office are responsible for a wide variety of death investigation duties, including responding to and conducting scene investigations, obtaining critical information, preparing detailed written reports, scene documentation, scene photography and screening cases for Medical Examiner jurisdiction.

The Forensic Investigators interact with multiple law enforcement agencies, hospitals, government agencies, attorneys, funeral homes, families of the deceased and the general public. The position requires the ability to handle stressful situations, strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills, initiative, independent judgment and decision making abilities. Basic computer skills are also a requirement.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should have a background in forensic science, biology, or closely related field.
Prior investigative experience in a Medical Examiner’s Office and proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
Qualified applicants must have a good driving record, pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks, and be able to lift 150 lbs.

All applicants must be able start to the position within one month of a job offer.

Compensation

This is a full time, non-exempt position with a rotating schedule inclusive of nights, weekends and holidays. The position offers an attractive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, paid vacation time and holidays, a 401K retirement plan and continuing education opportunities. The starting pay for a Forensic Investigator is $20.00/hour.

How to apply

Interested, qualified applicants should forward (email preferred) a cover letter, a resume and professional references to: Lindsey A. Bayer, F-ABMDI Director of Operations District 5 Medical Examiner’s Office Lindsey.Bayer@Marionfl.org.