Fatality Investigator

The Fatality investigators play a critical role in determining the cause of the accident and providing closure to families of the deceased and all involved in the accident.  They must have a strong understanding of forensic science, investigative techniques and legal procedures to effectively carry out their duties.

• Responding to calls for Sheriff’s Office, including emergencies.
• Conducting on-site investigations, including interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and examining the scene of the accident.
• Examining physical evidence such as skid marks, debris fields, and impact points to determine what happened in an accident.
• Examining any mechanical defects found on vehicles involved in an accident to determine if they contributed to or caused it.
• Examining medical records, autopsy reports, and toxicology reports to determine the cause of the accident.
• Preparing detailed reports of findings and presenting them to relevant authorities.
• Testifying in court as an expert witness in cases related to the accident.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation of all investigations.
• Providing support and assistance to those involved in the accident or their family members, including answering questions and providing information about the investigation.
• Staying up-to-date with current laws, regulations, and procedures related to death investigations.
• Public demonstrations and exhibitions – usually in schools.

The candidate must be a P.O.S.T. certified  Law Enforcement Officer with at least 5 years of law enforcement experience.  Undergraduate degree in accident investigation or a related field, 3 years experience in traffic fatality investigation or any equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.  The candidate must have completed “On Scene Investigation 1 and 2.” To be considered for employment at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office all applicants must agree to and successfully pass a background investigation, physical agility test, and polygraph.  The applicant must be in possession of a valid Georgia Driver’s license at the time of appointment, at least twenty-one (21) years of age and be a citizen of the United States.
The following documents are required for consideration for the Fatality Investigator position (screenshots of documents are not acceptable and submission of these will cause your application to be rejected):

• Resume showing complete work and educational history which must match and be in the same order as listed on the online work history.
• Official High School transcripts and diploma. Official college transcripts and diploma, if applicable.  All schools listed must have an attached official transcript or diploma if applicable.
• If applicable, a Letter of Good Standing for active military service and a DD-214 showing the type of discharge for past military duty.  
• Copy of certifications pertinent to Law Enforcement.
• If not a resident of Georgia for the last 7 years applicant must submit a 7-year motor vehicle report.
• A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation from previous supervisors. Letters must be typed, dated, signed and contain contact information.  Letters of recommendation that are submitted must be listed on the reference page of the application.  Personal and family references are not acceptable.  

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, criminal and traffic laws and regulations and procedures related to death investigations.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and court process and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive information.
• Skill in the use of firearms, communications equipment and other standard and specialized equipment.
• Skill in the use of computer software to create diagrams, charts and other visuals to explain their findings.
• Skill in conflict resolution.
• Skill in obtaining and preserving evidence.
• Skill in planning and decision making.
• Good time management skills.
• Good organizational skills.