FORENSIC AUTOPSY SUPPORT SERVICES MANAGER

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FORENSIC AUTOPSY SUPPORT SERVICES MANAGER
Salary $5,281.00 - $6,925.46 Monthly$63,372.00 - $83,105.52 Annually

Position/Program Information

DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL EXAMINER-CORONER

EXAM TITLE: FORENSIC AUTOPSY SUPPORT SERVICES MANAGER
(Payroll Title: HEAD, FORENSIC AUTOPSY SUPPORT SERVICES)

EXAM NUMBER: P7089A-R

FILING PERIOD: JUNE 4, 2021 FROM 8:00 AM (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
EXAM TYPE:
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner is recruiting for highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Forensic Autopsy Support Services Manager. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE . With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

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THE POSITION

The Forensic Autopsy Support Services Manager (Head, Forensic Autopsy Support Services) reports to the Chief, Forensic Medicine Division. The position is responsible for providing technical and administrative supervision, through subordinate supervisors, to forensic technician and ancillary staff providing autopsy assistance to the Department's forensic pathologists. Forensic Autopsy Support staff work alongside, and may receive technical direction from, forensic pathologists. As such, this position requires comprehensive/advanced knowledge of autopsy procedures; imaging equipment; photography techniques and procedures; policies and procedures related to safety and care of autopsy instruments and related equipment; rules related to evidence collection and preservation procedures; and the principles of supervision.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be someone with proven leadership skills and who has demonstrated supervisory experience in a forensic autopsy support position. The ideal candidate must also be able to effectively manage the day-to-day operations of the Forensic Autopsy Support Services Section and have a strong commitment to providing accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

They must demonstrate integrity and practice sound management and decision making. Of particular importance will be the ability to maintain a team-oriented culture that is results-driven, transparent, and accountable.

Candidates should also be proactive, approachable, and effective in building a team of quality Forensic Autopsy support staff.

Strong professional/technical knowledge, supervisory and organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a diverse staff are also a must for successful job performance.
Essential Job Functions

• Oversees and monitors the daily operations of the Forensic Autopsy Support Division by supervising the planning, directing, scheduling, and coordinating of staff assigned to autopsy assistance assignments.
• Maintains a uniform workflow by evaluating the workload, determining priorities, and shifting personnel to meet department needs.
• Performs administrative personnel functions including evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline; participates in the interview and selection of subordinate staff; and determines training needs of staff and plans and/or conducts training.
• Inspects the crypt, autopsy, photography, and imaging areas to ensure that health and safety standards are followed and enforced.
• Supervises and participates in the training of staff in the proper techniques, procedures, and operations of photographic, imaging, and autopsy equipment.
• Supervises and participates in the taking of fluoroscopies and dental and body x-rays for the purpose of identifying remains of deceased persons where no other method of identification is feasible, and of locating foreign objects lodged in the body or trauma leading to the possible cause of death.
• Supervises and participates in the reconstruction of skeletal fragments of dental bite-wings, jaws, skulls, and other portions of the body as part of the identification process.
• Supervises and may participate in taking photographs of decedents.
• Oversees the supervision of and may participate in the most complex forensic procedures.
• Ensures that all physical evidence found on decedents during autopsy is properly identified for collection and preservation for later forensic investigation.
• Oversees the maintenance, documentation, transfer, and storage of all photographic and radiographic images for use by investigative agencies and the courts.
• Monitors operating budget for Forensic Autopsy Support Services and prepares the annual budget request; recommends new or additional personnel and equipment, gathers statistical data, and writes justifications to support all requests.
• Ensures inventory is maintained and replenished; supervises the requisition and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

OPTION I: Two (2) years of experience AS A Supervising Forensic Technician for Los Angeles County. OPTION II: Four (4) years of experience assisting pathologists in the performance of autopsies*, two years of which must have been supervising staff assisting in the performance of autopsies**.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

To qualify under OPTION I, applicants must have County status in this class, as evidenced by holding or having held such payroll title.

*Experience assisting pathologists in the performance of autopsies is defined as assisting with photography, x-ray, dissection, preparing and handling toxicology and histology specimens, setting up for autopsies, and preparing bodies to go back to refrigeration after autopsy. Experience with using a CT scanner is desirable.

**Experience supervising staff in the performance of autopsies is defined as assigning and reviewing work, conducting performance evaluations, preparing budgets and forecasting equipment needs, ordering equipment and supplies, ensuring employee safety, and quality assurance.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• College coursework in Mortuary Science, Biology, Anatomy, Zoology or a closely related course of study from an accredited college or university.
• An Associate's degree or higher in Mortuary Science, Biology, Anatomy, Zoology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed Embalmer
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist

In order to receive credit for the degree/coursework, certification, and/or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma/transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from date of filing application submission. Please submit documentation to dbatungbacal@hr.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. Unofficial transcripts and/or licenses received will not be considered nor accepted as fulfilling the stated desirable qualifications. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:
As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire to document specific education and work experience.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, t his examination will consist of three (3) parts:

Part I: A multiple choice test, weighted 50%, measuring the following areas: Deductive Reasoning, Management Judgment, Management Potential, Willingness to Learn, Demonstrating Empathy, Working Relationships, Sharing Knowledge and Guidance, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Generating New Ideas, Using Time Efficiently, Working to High Quality Standards, Adapting to Change, Controlling Emotions, Achievement, and Responsibility .

Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on PART I in order for their evaluation of Training & Experience (PART II) to be calculated and scored.
Part II: An evaluation of Training & Experience, weighted 35%, measuring the following areas: Professional/technical knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology/concepts, uses of autopsy and forensic-related equipment, health and safety practices and procedures, state laws and guidelines as applied to the operation of a medico-legal facility, technology application, and industry learning, based on information from the supplemental questionnaire in the application.
Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the evaluation of Training & Experience (PART II) in order to be invited to the writing assessment (PART III).
PART III: A writing assessment, weighted 15%, measuring the following areas: English structure and content, written expression, and prioritizing information.
TRANSFER OF TEST RESPONSES:

• Applicants who have taken identical test components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination.
  
• This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
  
• STANDARDIZED MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
  

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON EACH WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.

NOTE: Many important notifications including test invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add dbatungbacal@hr.lacounty.gov , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , donot-reply@amcatmail.com and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TEST NOTICE:
Some examination notices will not be visible or available in your profile inbox for this exam. Please check your email regularly for these important test notifications.
It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
TEST PREPARATION:

• Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
• An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
  Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests /.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Following the successful completion of the examination process, candidates will be placed on a list of eligible candidates from which the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner may select a candidate(s) to make a conditional job offer(s). If the Department makes a conditional job offer to a candidate, candidates are advised that acceptance of the conditional job offer will require the successful completion of each and every one of the following:
The completion of a comprehensive background investigation pursuant to California Government Code, section 1031, subdivision (d), that will include obtaining information that was neither legal nor practical to obtain prior to the extension of a conditional offer, or in response to issues that arose subsequent to a conditional offer, and which will include, but will not be limited to, criminal history, illegal use of drugs, narcotics, or other illegal substances (to view a copy of the background questionnaire, please click here ); andA psychological screening in accordance with California Government Code, section 1031, subdivision (f) and guidelines established by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training; andA medical screening in accordance with the provisions of California Government Code, sections 1031 and 12940, and the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training. The unsuccessful completion of any of the above evaluations will result in the revocation of a conditional job offer.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
ANY

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. All related documents, IF ANY , must be received at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days from application submission.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

Apply online by clicking the green " Apply " button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
• FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.
• Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE FOR HIRING ORDINANCE (FCIHO)
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspot from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase an applicant's original application record.
AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES (ACT) ACCOMMODATION: If you have a disability and need assistance to apply to this job, let us know by contacting the ADA Coordinator at adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov and completing the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form . The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.

ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-738-2084 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

For Other Questions, you may contact: Department Name Contact: Dolly Batungbacal Department Contact Email: dbatungbacal@hr.lacounty.gov Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-6471