Fatality Investigator

Summary

The Fatality investigators play a critical role in determining the cause of the accident and providing closure to families of the deceased and all involved in the accident. They must have a strong understanding of forensic science, investigative techniques and legal procedures to effectively carry out their duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responding to calls for Sheriff’s Office, including emergencies.
• Conducting on-site investigations, including interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and examining the scene of the accident.
• Examining physical evidence such as skid marks, debris fields, and impact points to determine what happened in an accident.
• Examining any mechanical defects found on vehicles involved in an accident to determine if they contributed to or caused it.
• Examining medical records, autopsy reports, and toxicology reports to determine the cause of the accident.
• Preparing detailed reports of findings and presenting them to relevant authorities.
• Testifying in court as an expert witness in cases related to the accident.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all investigations.
• Providing support and assistance to those involved in the accident or their family members, including answering questions and providing information about the investigation.
• Staying up-to-date with current laws, regulations, and procedures related to death investigations.
• Public demonstrations and exhibitions – usually in schools.

Education, Training and Experience

• The candidate must be a P.O.S.T. certified Law Enforcement Officer with at least 5 years of law enforcement experience.
• Undergraduate degree in accident investigation or a related field, 3 years experience in traffic fatality investigation or any equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• The candidate must have completed “On Scene Investigation 1 and 2.”
• To be considered for employment at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office all applicants must agree to and successfully pass a background investigation, physical agility test, and polygraph.
• The applicant must be in possession of a valid Georgia Driver’s license at the time of appointment, at least twenty-one (21) years of age and be a citizen of the United States.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, criminal and traffic laws and regulations and procedures related to death investigations.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and court process and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive information.
• Skill in the use of firearms, communications equipment and other standard and specialized equipment.
• Skill in the use of computer software to create diagrams, charts and other visuals to explain their findings.
• Skill in conflict resolution.
• Skill in obtaining and preserving evidence.
• Skill in planning and decision making.
• Good time management skills.
• Good organizational skills.

Application Requirements

• You may contact the recruiter, Sgt. Amanda Baker (478-951-1440), to assist with the application process.
• Failure to follow the above steps when submitting your application will result in automatic rejection of the application.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• Prescription coverage
• Discounted Fitness centers
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual/Sick Leave
• Group Life Insurance
• 401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - Matches up to 5%

Qualifications

• Are you at least 21 years of age?
• Do you have a valid Driver's License?
• Have you completed the Basic Mandate Law Enforcement program through the GA Peace Officer Standards and Training Council?
• Were your referred by an employee of the Bibb County Sheriff Office? Please provide the name of employee who referred you.

Contact Information

• Employer: Macon-Bibb County Government
• Department: Sheriff
• Address: 668 Oglethorpe St., Macon, Georgia, 31201
• Phone: 478-746-9441

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer