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Job DescriptionThe Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal
violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a
permit to cremate a body of a person.We exist to provide answers in support of families, victims and community during times of profound need.JOB DESCRIPTION
The core values of the OCME are to put the mission of the agency first, to be truly dedicated, and to have integrity in every aspect of our professional life. Under the direction of the Deputy Chief Medical Examiner, receives training and performs professional forensic science work to support the operations of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) Forensic Pathology & Family Service Center. Typical tasks include but are not limited to the following:
Draft and produce reports and documentation in accordance with Federal and State accreditation requirements and department procedures
Prepare data related to results of scientific testing
Serve as Testing Results liaison for DOH Public Health Laboratories, private laboratories, and OCME
Maintain inventory of biological samples
Assist Medical Examiners in handling requests for medical records
Accept evidence from Evidence Department for analysis by Medical Examiners
Handle routine inquiries on behalf of the Deputy Chief Medical Examiner
Perform forensic administrative duties as required
Minimum Qual Requirements
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, with specialization in criminalistics, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physics, molecular genetics, genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology, anthropology, ecology or a closely related scientific or engineering field.
For Assignment to Assignment Level I - B
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements For All Assignment Levels" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level I-B individuals must have at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in criminalistics, forensic science or analytic chemistry, or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level II, individuals must have one of the following:
One year of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B; or 2. One additional year of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science, for a total of two years of such experience; or 3. A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling two years of experience as described above.
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I-B above, to be assigned to Assignment Level III, individuals must have one of the following:
Two years of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B and/or II; or 2. Two additional years of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science, for a total of three years of such experience; or 3. A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling three years of experience as described above.
For Assignment to Assignment Level IV
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I-B above, to be assigned to Assignment Level IV, individuals must have one of the following:
Three years of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B, II, and /or III; or 2. Three additional years of experience in criminalistics or forensic science, for a total of four years of such experience; or
A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling four years of experience, as described above.
Preferred SkillsExcellent organizational and communication skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.Additional InformationSPECIAL NOTE
1. Selected candidates will be required to provide a DNA sample by swabbing.
2. This position has been identified as “essential.” During ALL weather & emergency events, “essential” positions may require 24-hour availability.To ApplyTO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: nyc.gov/careersPlease note that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted for this position.Residency RequirementNew York City Residency is not required for this positionJob ID: 422237# of Positions: 6Business Title: Forensic Pathology CoordinatorCivil Service Title: CRIMINALISTTitle Classification: Non-CompetitiveJob Category: HealthCareer Level: Experienced (non-manager)Work Location: 520 1St Ave., N.Y.Division/Work Unit: OCME-PathologyTitle Code No: 2184901Level: 01Proposed Salary Range: 51,862.00 - 51,862.00 (Annual)POSTING DATE: 11/08/2019POST UNTIL: Until Filled
