Chief Medical Examiner

The Clark County Office of the Medical Examiner (CCMEO) investigates deaths to determine jurisdiction and establish cause and manner of death for persons dying of unnatural circumstances in Clark County.

Requirements

• Forensic pathology best practices, NAME accreditation standards, and principles and practices of death investigation.
• Medical and legal aspects surrounding sudden and unnatural death; methods, practices, equipment, and procedures of handling deceased individuals.
• Data collection, statistical analysis and report writing principles and techniques; laws, rules, and regulations affecting certification of death, release of bodies, custody of the property of deceased persons and related matters; medical examiner office accreditation requirements.
• Ability to prepare detailed technical reports; resolve complex investigations of death; use strong interpersonal skills, including ability to interact and cooperate with co-workers and partner with law enforcement personnel, attorneys, elected officials and the general public; communicates effectively both orally and in writing.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• Paid leave
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation