Position/Program Information
Working closely with the Chief Medical Examiner, the Medical Director (UC), Department of Medical Examiner assists the Chief Medical Examiner with the planning and overall operation of the Department of Medical Examiner. Specific to this role is the responsibility of directingthe Medical Division, which is tasked with postmortem pathological examinations and medical investigations required to determine causes and manners of death and ensuring overall quality and timeliness of postmortem examination reports and investigations in accordance with National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) accreditation standards; (2) oversee all administrative aspects of the division, including budget preparation and control, staff oversight through subordinate supervisors, procurement of equipment and supplies, and coordinating the work of the division with that of other divisions in the department; (3) serve as backup for the Chief Medical Examiner on medical or related issues in their absence, or as directed.
This is an unclassified position. Interested individuals must apply as directed in the brochure linked here: https://bit.ly/4lrRFC9
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Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
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Revised January 2025