BC Public Service
Location
Burnaby, BC | Canada
Job description
Posting Title
CORONER - Community Coroner
Position Classification
Community Coroner
Union
N/A
Work Options
On-Site
Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA
Delta, BC V4L 2M1 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA
Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2S1 CA
Mission, BC V4S 0A2 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
North Vancouver, BC V7P 3M7 CA
Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2P8 CA
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 4W6 CA
Port Moody, BC V3H 5C9 CA
Richmond, BC V7C 4M9 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1B9 CA
White Rock, BC V4B 4M2 CA
Salary Range
$32.32 hourly
Close Date
4/7/2024
Job Type
Regular Part Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General
Ministry Branch / Division
BC Coroners Service
Job Summary
Play a critical role in your community
Job Requirements:
Completion of an undergraduate degree in a health, legal, or social sciences or a related field plus five (5) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience may be considered.
Minimum five (5) years experience working collaboratively with multiple agencies.
Minimum five (5) years experience producing a variety of documents, such as case notes, briefing materials and reports.
Minimum five (5) years experience gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information from diverse sources.
Minimum five (5) years experience in effectively communicating with individuals in sensitive or emotional circumstances.
Preference may be given to applicants with:
Investigative case management and/or field experience.
Who self-identify as having Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis or Inuit).
Provisos / Willingness Statements:
Must reside in the service area specific to the position location applied to.
Must have a valid class 5 driver’s licence and use of a personal vehicle that is maintained in good and safe working condition and with appropriate insurance at all times when on-call.
Must be willing and able to accurately document scene events through head-to-toe examinations, case notes and photographic evidence.
Must be physically able to attend a variety of scenes and work in challenging environments, including attending scenes on foot (e.g., wilderness, elevated terrain, driving long distances).
Must be willing and able to travel at all times of the day, in differing weather conditions within the designated geographic area, when on-call.
Must be willing and able to routinely deal with traumatic death scenes including deceased with catastrophic injuries and/or decomposition.
Must be willing and available 24 hours/day for the assigned on-call period and for consultation with a Senior Coroner and/or the Unit Director following the on-call shift.
Must be willing and able to effectively communicate with individuals in sensitive and emotional circumstances.
Must be willing and able to demonstrate cultural humility, supporting a culturally safe environment for families of the deceased, stakeholders and colleagues.
Coroners work from home and their home office must comply with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and BC Coroners Service standards, policies and practices (i.e., File Security).
Must be willing and able to manage sensitive, graphic, and confidential information.
Must have internet access as a condition of employment, and a strong working knowledge of computer technologies with the ability to enter data into the BCCS database.
May be required to attend autopsies.
Must have an acceptable working knowledge of medical terminology or successfully complete a medical terminology course within the first 6 months of employment.
For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected] .
About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
This posting is for Lower Mainland positions specifically covering overnight (2100-0500 hours) and weekend (0500-1300 / 1300-2100 hours) periods.
These are “as and when required” positions and a minimum number of hours of work is not guaranteed. There is considerable flexibility in scheduling, depending on the local staffing structure. Community Coroners generally need to be available on a 24/7 basis during their scheduled “on-call” periods and are currently remunerated at the rate of $32.32 per hour, plus vacation premium in lieu of benefits. Compensation is dependent upon the number of cases and hours worked, which may vary significantly in each community. This position in not open to current provincial government employees, current civilian employees of any police force or anyone in a position which may create potential conflict of interest or perception of bias or interfere with the impartiality of your role.
The successful candidate must reside in the service area. The minimum availability for on-call scene coverage is an average of one week (168 hours) every three weeks (Outside of the Lower Mainland) or three eight-hour periods every week (Lower Mainland), with the exact scheduling to be discussed and confirmed by the successful candidate’s Senior Coroner supervisor during the on-boarding interview.
Terms of employment for these positions are governed by the Employment Standards Act.
An eligibility list may be established.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail [email protected] , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Job tags
Salary
$32.32 per hour