Extra-Help Forensic Technician

The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill extra-help positions at the Coroner division of the Yolo County Sheriff's Office. The eligible list that is established as a result of this recruitment will also be utilized as vacancies become available in the future.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, the incumbent assists forensic pathologists with autopsy examinations; collects, prepares and processes medical-legal evidence and performs other related duties related to forensic services.
DISTINGUISHING/CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Incumbents in this class perform a variety of duties related to the Coroner's section of the Sheriff's Office. Incumbents are assigned to coordinate forensic autopsy activities within an indoor morgue facility and office setting under the technical direction of a Forensic Pathologist during autopsies and under the administrative direction of the Chief Deputy Coroner. Positions in this class are non-sworn civilian positions within the Sheriff's Office.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare equipment, instruments and bodies for autopsy examinations.
• Assist in the performance of autopsies, including opening and closing bodies; obtain/collect blood, fluid, organ tissue, and other specimens; excise and weigh organs.
• Photograph bodies create digital X-ray images of decedents; take fingerprints.
• Attend postmortem examinations; fingerprint the deceased, collect trace evidence, pathological samples, and other physical evidence for further examination.
• Collect, prepare, and process medical-legal evidence.
• Move and transport decedents and specimens to and from morgue storage area.
• Maintain the safety and sanitation of the facility; clean the autopsy room, equipment and tools; replenish linens and other necessary supplies.
• Complete and maintain logs, charts, files, records, and related documents.
• Interprets and follows policies and procedures related to scope of practice, sterile techniques, safety and security.
• Perform a variety of clerical work and other duties related to coroner services.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, contractors, and other County employees.
• Release remains to funeral homes after establishing correct next of kin paperwork has been provided.
• Comply with applicable Health and Safety standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Any combination of experience, education and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. Typical examples of a way these requirements might be acquired is:
Education: Successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in natural science, Emergency Medical Technology, Paramedicine, or other related coursework from an accredited college or university, OR
Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience, paid or volunteer, assisting pathologists in performing autopsies using a variety of techniques to prepare specimens and/or evidence or One (1) year of full-time experience in a hospital, mortuary, or related facility that includes the handling of human remains.
Substitutions: Completion of the one-year internship program with a California County Coroner's Office may be substituted for 12 semester or 16 quarter units, or for 4 months of full-time work experience.
Knowledge of:

• Basic human anatomy and physiology related to conducting autopsies
• Basic medical terminology
• Procedures and practices related to the handling and preparing of bodies for autopsy
• examination
• Chain of custody procedures
• Basic principles of photography, radiography, and fingerprinting
• Methods and procedures for sanitation and care of surgical instruments and autopsy
• equipment
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment

Ability to:

• Effectively assist in forensic autopsies
• Learn and apply procedures and techniques required to assist
• physicians/pathologists in autopsy examinations
• Work closely with law enforcement personnel
• Learn and understand operations, procedures, laws, and safety rules related to the
• Coroner's Section of the Sheriff's Office
• Maintain accurate logs, charts, files, records, and related documents
• Work with the public under highly emotional and stressful situations
• Maintain confidentiality
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire and verification of education (if qualifying via the education pattern). Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Department in any one or more of the following ways:
* As an attachment to the online application
* By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
* By fax to (530) 666-8049
* By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Postmarks will not be accepted. Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.
Selection Procedure
The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps may change with or without notice.
* Screen for Minimum Qualifications
*Screening for Best Qualified
* Department Selection Interviews
* Background Investigation
Conditional Job Offer, pending:
* Medical Examination
Screening for Best Qualified
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.
Verification of Education
Acceptable forms of educational documentation are official or unofficial transcripts that list the student's name, institution name, field of study and date the degree was awarded.
For recent graduates who have not received proof of their degree yet, a letter from the registrar's office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation.
Please do not send originals; copies of the required documents are acceptable. Any submitted documents will not be returned.
All foreign transcripts or diplomas must be in English. If the institution does not provide these documents in English, the applicant will need to provide a translation which has been done by a professional agency. The County of Yolo will accept education as equivalent to U.S. accreditation from Institutions that are listed as members of the International Association of Universities.
Applicants who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university, must submit one of the following:
1. A written statement from a U.S. accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required.
2. An evaluation of the applicant's degree and coursework equivalency by a private organization that provides foreign credential evaluation services. The evaluation must include a comparison of comparable U.S. courses for content, credit and grade.
Note: Foreign language documents must include a precise word-for-word English translation of all foreign language documents. It is the responsibility of each applicant to prove to the satisfaction of the County that the applicant meets the specific requirements listed on the job announcement for each specific examination. The following is a list of private organizations that provide foreign credential evaluation services. Fees range from $50 to $400 per document; processing times vary from 5-20 business days. For further information, please contact the organization(s). The County of Yolo does not endorse these business entities; this list has been developed for informational purposes only.
EDUCATIONAL RECORDS EVALUATION SERVICE
601 University Ave., Suite 127
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 921-0790
www.eres.com
FOREIGN EDUCATION DOCUMENT SERVICE
P.O. Box 151739
San Diego, CA 92175
(619) 265-5810
www.documentservice.org
CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH, EVALUATION & EDUCATION, INC.
P.O. Box 18358 Anaheim, CA 92817
(714) 237-9272
www.iescaree.com
GLOBAL SERVICES ASSOCIATES, INC.
409 North Pacific Coast Highway, # 393
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 828-5709
www.globaleval.org
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH FOUNDATION CREDENTIALS EVALUATION SERVICE
P.O. Box 3665
Culver City, CA 90231-3665
(310) 258-9451
www.ierf.org
Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8055.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
Employment Type: Extra Help