Medicolegal Death Investigator (MDI) Job at Rutherford County Government, Murfreesboro, TN

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  • Rutherford County Government
  • Murfreesboro, TN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Annual Salary $61,901 - $66,431

Rutherford County Government is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medicolegal Death Investigator to assist with the investigation of deaths reportable to the Office of the Medical Examiner under Tennessee Code Annotated ?38-7-108 and other applicable laws. This role is critical in determining the cause and manner of death, identifying decedents, and preserving evidence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough medicolegal investigations of reportable deaths

  • Serve as a liaison between RCEMS, the Medical Examiner, law enforcement, county officials, investigative agencies, and decedents' families

  • Prepare detailed reports in state and county case management systems

  • Support identification processes and assist with evidence handling and preservation

  • Communicate findings clearly, both in writing and verbally

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Behavioral Science, or related field

  • One of the following credentials preferred:

    • Licensed AEMT or Paramedic (EMT-P)

    • Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician's Assistant (PA)

    • Certification from the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI)

  • If licensed outside Tennessee, must meet TN EMS reciprocity requirements within one year of hire

  • If not ABMDI registered, must obtain Registry-level certification within one year of hire

  • Strong computer and report-writing skills

  • Valid Tennessee driver's license

  • Must pass a criminal history background check

Preferred Experience:

  • Previous experience as a County Medical Examiner Investigator

Benefits Include:

  • Generous leave accrual

  • Fully funded pension through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS)

  • Optional retirement savings: 457(b), 401(k), Roth 401(k)

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

  • $35,000 Life Insurance Policy (with optional additional coverage)

  • On-the-Job Injury Program

  • Voluntary insurance options (Short-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, etc.)

  • MDLive Telehealth access

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Consumer discount programs

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office,

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