ID Investigator

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person.

Our core purpose is to protect public health and serve impartial justice through forensic science and medicine. We exist to provide answers in support of families and communities during times of profound need.

The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other and all those we serve.
- Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
- Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
- Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
- Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
- Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs

Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Forensic Investigations/ID Unit and with latitude for independent initiative and judgement, the identification investigator will provide third level review to prevent misidentifications and incorrect body releases. Typical tasks include but are not limited to the following:
- Reviewing identifications for quality assurance purposes, particularly when based on scientific modalities (e.g. DNA, fingerprints).
- Managing daily case list, ensuring that all scientific analyses are completed as appropriate.
- Investigating missing person inquiries submitted to the agency.
- Assisting families and Medical Examiners with the decedent identification process and complete identifications using the agency’s case management system.
- Performing and administering difficult analytic work in the preparation and distribution of complex reports.
- Will be required to work in all five borough offices as needed.
- May supervise lower-level staff.
- Performing other investigative duties as assigned.

SPECIAL NOTE:
Selected candidates will be required to provide a DNA sample by swabbing.
This position has been identified as essential. During emergency events, essential positions may require 24-hour availability.

WORK AUTHORIZATION:
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. Office of Chief Medical Examiner does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application.

***FINAL APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET APPROVAL.***

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