Criminalist IB (Forensic Pathology Coordinator)

About the Role

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person. Our core purpose is to protect public health and serve impartial justice through forensic science and medicine. We exist to provide answers in support of families and communities during times of profound need.

The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve:

• Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
• Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
• Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
• Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
• Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and documentation in accordance with Federal and State accreditation requirements and department procedures
• Act as a liaison for the office and medical examiners, facilitating communication with internal and external stakeholders to follow up on and deliver case updates
• Help coordinate the intake process and facilitate the monthly rotations of medical students and residents
• Organize and support the daily setup of didactic lectures and grand rounds
• Assemble data related to results of scientific testing
• Serve as Testing Results liaison for DOH Public Health Laboratories, private laboratories, and OCME
• Perform monthly mortuary inspections for supplies and maintain an inventory of biological samples
• Coordinate neuro and cardiac pathology exams, handle associated paperwork and tasks, and address any issues in specimen troubleshooting with other departments involved
• Assist Medical Examiners and Forensic Investigation Staff in handling requests for medical records and reports
• Receive evidence from Evidence Department for analysis by Medical Examiners
• Handle routine inquiries on behalf of the Deputy Chief Medical Examiner
• Perform forensic administrative duties to the office and Medical Examiners as required

Requirements

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, with specialization in criminalistics, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physics, molecular genetics, genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology, anthropology, ecology or a closely related scientific or engineering field.

Qualifications

For Assignment to Assignment Level I - B:

• In addition to meeting the qualification requirements above, at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in criminalistics, forensic science or analytic chemistry, or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.

For Assignment to Assignment Level II:

• One year of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B; or
• Two years of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science; or
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling two years of such experience.

For Assignment to Assignment Level III:

• Two years of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B and/or II; or
• Three years of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science; or
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling three years of such experience.

For Assignment to Assignment Level IV:

• Three years of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B, II, and/or III; or
• Four years of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science; or
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling four years of such experience.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Additional Information

• Selected candidates will be required to provide a DNA sample by swabbing.
• This position has been identified as “essential.” During all weather and emergency events, “essential” positions may require 24-hour availability.
• New York City residency is not required for this position.
• Final appointments are subject to Office of Management & Budget approval.