Criminal Justice/Casework Assistant - Medical Examiner's Office

Oakland County•Pontiac, MI

1d•$14 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire General Summary $13.88- $16.20 Under limited supervision, employees of this class are assigned to one of several County departments or divisions, such as Children’s Village, Medical Examiner, Sheriff, or Workforce Development. Assists in performing basic professional level duties. May coordinate group activities. May prepare reports, progress summaries, and/or statistical analysis. Utilizes current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Requirements

Have completed at least two years from an accredited college or university; with course work in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related area.
Must submit to immunizations as required by the Department of Health & Human Services and submit to a tuberculin skin test or chest x‑ray, at County expense.
Before beginning employment, candidates will be required to provide Children’s Village with documentation from the Michigan Department of Human Services (previously called Family Independence Agency) that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect.
In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Children’s Village to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.
Applicants for positions at Children’s Village will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following: Child Abuse or Neglect.
A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.
Ability to communicate, and to examine specimens.

Responsibilities

Answers telephone calls and provides information to the general public and related professionals or agencies.
As needed, directs questions or problems to the proper party.
Prepares client file and ensures that proper documentation is filed.
As needed faxes requested documentation to the court or appropriate agencies.
Maintains a variety of legal/medical records.
Utilizes a variety of office equipment such as computers, faxes, calculators and copying machines.
Utilizes current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Answers telephone calls and provides information to the general public and related professionals or agencies.
Directs questions or problems to the proper party.
Releases bodies to funeral home and other agencies as directed by Supervisor.
Assists Toxicology Laboratory staff with specimen accessions, specimen screening, quality assurance and disposition of specimens for additional testing.
Documents and records findings of interviews with the clients and pertinent phone calls.
Gathers and researches information to assess or ensure compliance with program requirements.
May be present during an autopsy.