• Job Description

  Req#: 00138446

  Cook County Offices Under The President

  Administrative Hearings Auditor Bureau of Administration Bureau of Economic Development Bureau of Finance Bureau of Human Resources Bureau of Technology Facilities Office of the President

  Job Summary

  
  Supervisor, Death Investigations, provides day-to-day work direction and supervision to maintain steady workflow and productivity for death investigations. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to investigations. Assist with the coordination and oversight of all death investigations and aid in the determination of causes and manners of death in assigned cases. Assist with work activities of lower-level death investigators. Participate in the oversight, development, and maintenance of investigation files and databases. Provide technical guidance and assist in the development and coordination of leadership's responses to mass fatality incidents. Answer questions related to death investigations and address non-standard issues. This role is ON-CALL 24/7.

  Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and

  • Four (4) years of experience in death/criminal investigations or directly related experience.

  • Two (2) years of prior supervisory experience • Certification from the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI) within one year of hire.

  • Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain license and/or certification requirements is required.

  This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

  https://www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf

  Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

  • Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and practices of the Medical Examiner's office.

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology. Ability to analyze and interpret observations, statements, and medical records relative to reported deaths.

  • Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and ability to navigate the office's Laboratory Information Management System.

  • Ability to work in a morgue environment with exposure to unpleasant sights and smells, blood, and other body fluids.

  • Ability to enable a collaborative and teaming culture and provide day to day direction of tasks.

  • Ability to perform escalated or more highly complex work similar to the work done by staff being supervised.

  • Ability to effectively delegate tasks to staff and collaborate with leadership to achieve organizational or department success.

  • Ability to align team's tasks with departmental procedures and objectives and serve as a reliable resource for other employees in an area of expertise.

    Physical Requirements :

    Heavy Work involves exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently,

    or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

  The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

  Benefits Package

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Basic Term Life Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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  • For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

  Salary Range: $87,939 - $97,116/Yearly

  *This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

  Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)

  EEO Statement

  Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.

  NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

  *Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

  Social Media Disclaimer

  The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.

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  The Cook County Board of Commissioners is a legislative body made up of 17 commissioners who are elected by district, and a president who is elected county wide, all for four-year terms.

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