Forensic Investigator 1

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience pathways:

Option 1: High School Education and Investigative Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience in field investigatory work.
• One year of experience conducting field investigations of sudden or unusual deaths.

OR

Option 2: Associate's Degree and Death Investigation Experience

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• One year of experience conducting field investigations of sudden or unusual deaths.

OR

Option 3: Bachelor's Degree and Medical Examiner Internship

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Successful completion of an internship at the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience deemed acceptable by the City of Philadelphia's Office of Human Resources.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to conduct field investigations involving sudden, violent, suspicious, or unusual deaths.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including assignments involving challenging environments and physical demands.
• Ability to communicate professionally and sensitively with grieving families, law enforcement, government agencies, and members of the public.
• Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive investigative information.
• Ability to obtain a valid Pennsylvania driver's license within six months of appointment and maintain it throughout employment.
• Ability to meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position.
• Submission of required transcripts and applicable credentials in accordance with the official civil service announcement.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• Medicolegal Death Investigation
• Death Investigation
• Field Investigations
• Forensic Science
• Investigative Documentation
• Evidence Collection
• Incident Reporting
• Law Enforcement Coordination
• Case Management
• Interviewing and Information Gathering
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Professional Communication
• Confidentiality and Discretion