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Chief Deputy Coroner

Kittitas County
Ellensburg, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 3/24/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Deputy Coroner position at Kittitas County?

The Kittitas County Coroner is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief Deputy Coroner. This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible, non-union position. The Chief Deputy Coroner works under the direction of the Elected Coroner and performs the functions of the Coroner in their absence as described in RCW 36.24, and as indicated below. The Chief Deputy Coroner performs a full range of administrative support functions to contribute to the efficient operations of the office, and assists the Coroner in overseeing medicolegal death investigations, investigative operations, and investigative staff supervision. This role ensures compliance with laws, accreditation standards, and professional practices while providing leadership in uncommon and high-profile cases, disaster response, and community engagement.

Benefits

To learn more about the County’s healthcare, retirement, and leave benefits, visit the Benefits page on the Kittitas County website: https://www.co.kittitas.wa.us/hr/benefits.aspx.

HOW TO APPLY

To learn more about the job and submit a formal application, visit the Kittitas County career page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kittitas/jobs/5171527/chief-deputy-coroner?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

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Kittitas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $6,736.72 - $8,208.04 per month

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $6,737 - $8,208

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