What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Coroner position at Gallatin County?
Under general supervision, the deputy coroner will inquire into any death that requires a coroner response in Gallatin County as required by Montana Code Annotated (MCA).
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the deputy coroner shall be the same as the coroner when on duty. These include, but are not limited to:
- Inquiring into the cause, manner, and circumstances of deaths:
- Not attended by a physician,
- Deaths that occur in the hospital less than 24 hours after admittance,
- Any non-natural death,
- Juvenile or infantile deaths,
- Or when requested by a physician.
- Performing death notifications to next of kin.
- Preparing and filing reports with the County Attorney and Montana State Crime Lab.
- Performing external examinations of deceased individuals.
- Collecting blood, vitreous and urine samples for testing.
- Establishing the identity of deceased persons.
Hazardous Work: On occasion, the deputy coroner may be required to be present in remote areas for investigating purposes. Transportation to these areas will be arranged by the Sheriff’s Office. Deputy coroners may be exposed to disease or other potentially dangerous substances.
Applicants must be a legal resident of Gallatin County and be able to assume the duties and responsibilities of the coroner. They must be a high school graduate or holder of an equivalent certificate. Must have the ability to lift 50lbs. Must possess a valid MT Driver’s License. Must pass a pre-employment background check.
Previous experience, including but not limited to, death investigation, knowledge of human anatomy, pathophysiology, and medical terminology is preferred, but not required. Deputy coroners are required to attend a Montana POST (Public Safety Officer Standards and Training) certified 40-hour coroner basic course within the first year of employment. Additionally, deputy coroners must attend 16 hours of continuing coroner education every two years.
Job Location: 615 S 16th Ave. Bozeman, MT 59715
Salary: $100/24 hour on-call period
Work Hours: 24 hour on-call shifts, includes nights and weekends.
To apply go to the Job Openings tab on our Gallatin County Website, be prepared to add the following documents listed below.
- Resume
- Three (3) work references
Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.
About Gallatin County:
Located in a sweeping valley in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Gallatin County is the most populated and fastest growing county in scenic southwest Montana. The County Seat of Bozeman at large encompasses over 50,000 people, yet has a small town feel. Located in a breathtaking Rocky Mountain setting, it is close to world-class downhill skiing, blue ribbon trout streams, Yellowstone National Park and a multitude of other outdoor activities in the pristine nearby wilderness areas.
Gallatin County covers over 2,500 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks and open ranch lands. Nearly half of all the land in Gallatin County is under public ownership by the Gallatin National Forest, the State of Montana, Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service.
Gallatin County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Yellowstone National Park (our first National Park) to lush farmland, and a growing economy of high-tech industries. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, ranchers, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Gallatin County's boundless opportunities.
Some of the many benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees:
Excellent Medical Health Benefits – Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $205.00 per pay period.
Medical deductible is $400 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.
Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.
Salary : $100
