Deputy Coroner

DEPUTY CORONER

In addition to performance-based merit increases this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:

Effective June.00% increase

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish a Deputy Coroner open eligible list to fill current and future vacancies with the Orange County Sheriffs Department. This recruitment may be used to fill similar and/or lower level classifications. Applications are being accepted beginning Friday June 20 2025 for a minimum of five (5) business days and will continue to accept applications on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on the day the Departments needs are met.

THE DIVISION

The Coroner Division is an investigative unit responsible for carrying out the statutory duties of the Coroner. Those duties include investigation into the circumstances surrounding all deaths falling within theSheriff-Coroners jurisdictionfor the purpose of determining the identity of the deceased the medical cause of death the manner of death and the date and time of death. Medico-legal death investigations are conducted countywide on all homicides suicides accidents suspicious and unexplained deaths. Other duties include notifying the next of kin safeguarding personal property collection of evidence and completion of mandatory records and documents. The Division is also proactive in the community participating in programs geared towards preventing drunk driving and drug use; identifying consumer products causing fatal injury; domestic violence child abuse and elder abuse; and providing educational services for medical legal and law enforcement professionals. Other contributions to the community includecooperative relationships with non-profit organ and tissue procurement agencies to enhance the quality of life and save lives. The Division also collaborates with research organizations pursuing medical science advancements.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess basic software computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook Word Internet Explorer. Candidate will have a strong understanding and knowledge of anatomy and physiology; possess leadership qualities effective communication skills; have strong organization and excellent time management skills; be flexible and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must maintain periodic firearm qualification.

Requirements for Deputy Coroner per California Government Code Section 1031:

Incumbent will be required to successfully complete a Penal Code 832 (Arrest and Firearms) course and the Coroners Death Investigation course within one year of date of hire.

Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form interview with a background investigator fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions traffic violations drug use and credit problems employment history professional references and education verification (i.e.. degree license or official transcripts).

Additional Requirements for Deputy Coroner:

• Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by date of appointment.
• Not have been convicted of a felony and not be otherwise subject to disqualification under California Government Code Section 1029.
• Be free from any physical emotional or mental condition including bias against race or ethnicity gender nationality religion disability or sexual orientation that might adversely affect exercise of Deputy Coroner powers as determined by a license examining authority in accordance with California Government Code Section 1031.

• Have graduated from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a General Education Development (G.E.D.) test or California High School Proficiency exam or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university.
• Pass a background investigation conducted in compliance with California Government Code Section 1031 to the satisfaction of the Sheriff-Coroner.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION:
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with and . If your email address should change please update your profile at .


QUESTIONS: For specific information pertaining to this recruitment please contact Eugenia Vasquez-Puentes at or. For other recruitment information please contact Sheriff Recruiting at .

Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.