Job Details

Bingham County Deputy Coroner

On-Call Deputy Coroner November 10th 2025

Pay: Monthly stipend and no benefits with this position.

Purpose Of Class/Primary Function: Under the direct supervision of the Elected Coroner or Chief Deputy, this position will fulfill the requirements of the Idaho Code as it pertains to the duties of the Coroner. Position responds to and participates in the on-scene investigations of unnatural and/or unattended deaths. Deputy Coroner will respond to deaths and take custody of the bodies within Bingham County which occur as a result of homicide, suicide, accidental causes or when such death occurs under suspicious or unknown circumstances or when the physician attending during the last illness cannot certify the cause of death. Investigations include: On scene responses; securing evidence, and assisting in certifying the cause and manner of the death. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Responds to all calls that fall under the jurisdiction of the Coroner.
• Conducts investigations to help determine cause, manner and mechanism of death, and to identify the decedent.
• Works with law enforcement, healthcare practitioners, families of the deceased, insurance investigators, attorneys and the media.
• At the Coroners direction, requests police reports, hospital and/or physician office medical records to complete the death investigation.
• With the Coroners authorization, files electronic or paper Death Certificates and/or cremation authorizations with Vital Statistics.
• Attends autopsies when needed.
• Examines and photographs death scenes, takes samples (blood, tissue, etc.).
• Helps facilitate the arrangement of body transports to and from the Forensic Institute for autopsies done by the Medical Examiner; notifies appropriate investigators of the time and location of such autopsies; utilizes the results of all investigations to help complete Death Certificates in a timely manner; helps coordinate with the Regional Organ Procurement Agencies in the event of tissue donation.
• Completes all required reports in a timely manner and utilizes assigned computerized records and reporting systems.
• Assures proper chain of evidence in criminal cases.
• Keeps the Coroner informed of the status of cases.

Bingham County Has Openings for the Position of Bingham County Deputy Coroner Established: December 06, 2017 Revised: June 4th 2025

Attends classes as directed and/or requested by the Coroner. May be required to testify in court pertaining to criminal/civil cases involving death. Works with funeral homes on documentation and transfer of body for proper removal. Locates or assists in locating relatives of deceased persons. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Must have working knowledge of pertinent state and federal laws, and the policies and procedures of the Bingham County Coroners Office.
• Must be able to use the online Idaho electronic death records system.
• When on-call, must be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by phone or pager.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Knowledge of law enforcement terminology and practices.
• Knowledge of investigation techniques.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety practices associated with chemicals and infectious diseases.
• Knowledge of city and county roads and area businesses.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and compassionately with families who have suffered loss.