Job Listing for Medicolegal Death Investigator at Rutherford County EMS/Medical Examiner’s Office

Annual Salary $61,901 - $66,431

Rutherford County Government is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medicolegal Death Investigator to assist with the investigation of deaths reportable to the Office of the Medical Examiner under Tennessee Code Annotated ?38-7-108 and other applicable laws. This role is critical in determining the cause and manner of death, identifying decedents, and preserving evidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough medicolegal investigations of reportable deaths

• Serve as a liaison between RCEMS, the Medical Examiner, law enforcement, county officials, investigative agencies, and decedents' families

• Prepare detailed reports in state and county case management systems

• Support identification processes and assist with evidence handling and preservation

• Communicate findings clearly, both in writing and verbally

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Behavioral Science, or related field

• One of the following credentials preferred:

  • Licensed AEMT or Paramedic (EMT-P)

  • Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician's Assistant (PA)

  • Certification from the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI)

• If licensed outside Tennessee, must meet TN EMS reciprocity requirements within one year of hire

• If not ABMDI registered, must obtain Registry-level certification within one year of hire

• Strong computer and report-writing skills

• Valid Tennessee driver's license

• Must pass a criminal history background check

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience as a County Medical Examiner Investigator

Benefits Include:

• Generous leave accrual

• Fully funded pension through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS)

• Optional retirement savings: 457(b), 401(k), Roth 401(k)

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• $35,000 Life Insurance Policy (with optional additional coverage)

• On-the-Job Injury Program

• Voluntary insurance options (Short-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, etc.)

• MDLive Telehealth access

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Consumer discount programs

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