BC Public Service Looking for CORONER – Community Coroner, Smithers at Burns Lake, BC Full Time

Posting Title

CORONER – Community Coroner, Smithers

Position Classification

Community Coroner

Union

N/A

Location

Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA
Fraser Lake, BC V0J 1S0 CA
Houston, BC V0J 1Z2 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 CA

Salary Range

$32.32 hourly

Close Date

12/4/2022

Job Type

If and As When Needed

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General

Ministry Branch / Division

BC Coroners Service

Job Summary

Community Coroner
Coroner

This position is excluded from union membership.
This position is part time (If-and-As When Needed). The successful candidate must reside in or surrounding areas. The minimum availability for on-call scene coverage is an average of one week (168 hours) every three weeks, with the exact scheduling to be discussed and confirmed by the successful candidate’s Senior Coroner supervisor during the on-boarding interview.
An eligibility list may be established.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

Play a critical role in your community

The BC Coroners Service (BCCS) is responsible for determining the circumstances of all sudden, unexpected and unnatural deaths in the province. The BCCS is seeking mature, compassionate and community minded individuals to work as Coroners on an “as and when required” basis. These unique positions offer an opportunity for individuals to use various skills in serving their communities in a high profile role. In this role you will conduct a preliminary investigation into all unnatural, sudden and unexpected deaths in the designated area you serve. This will include attending scenes of sudden death, liaising with police and other emergency responders, conducting an examination of the body, providing information and guidance to families, and entering information into an electronic case management system. Upon completion of the scene and field work, the community coroner’s responsibilities are fulfilled, and follow-up investigation is performed by a full-time coroner in the regional office. Community coroners are an integral part of the investigative team, providing critical initial information that allows for timely, thorough and accurate investigations.

Terms of employment for these positions are governed by the Employment Standards Act. These are “as and when required” positions and a minimum number of hours of work is not guaranteed. There is considerable flexibility in scheduling, depending on the local staffing structure. Community Coroners generally need to be available on a 24/7 basis during their scheduled “on-call” periods and are currently remunerated at the rate of $32.32 per hour, plus vacation premium in lieu of benefits. Compensation is dependent upon the number of cases and hours worked, which may vary significantly in each community. This position in not open to current provincial government employees, current civilian employees of any police force or anyone in a position which may create potential conflict of interest or perception of bias or interfere with the impartiality of your role. For additional information about the role of Coroner, please visit the Community Coroners Webpage.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service – Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact [email protected]. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to create or update your profile and how to submit your application, please refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to [email protected], before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Requirements:

In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in the health, legal, or social sciences, or a related field plus 5 years’ experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years experience working collaboratively with multiple agencies.
• Minimum 5 years experience producing a variety of documents, such as case notes, briefing materials and reports
• Minimum 5 years experience gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information from diverse sources.
• Minimum 5 years experience in effectively communicating with individuals in sensitive or emotional circumstances
• Preference may be given to applicants with an undergraduate degree or greater in the health, legal or social sciences disciplines
• Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as having Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis or Inuit)

PROVISOS/Willingness Statements:

• Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle that is maintained in good and safe working condition and with appropriate insurance at all times when on-call.
• Must be willing and able to accurately document scene events through head-to-toe examinations, case notes and photographic evidence.
• Must be physically able to attend a variety of scenes and work in challenging environments, including attending scenes on foot (e.g. wilderness, elevated terrain, driving long distances).
• Must be willing and able to travel at all times of the day, in differing weather conditions within the designated geographic area, when on-call.
• Must be willing and able to routinely deal with traumatic death scenes including deceased with catastrophic injuries and/or decomposition.
• Must be willing and available 24 hours/day for the assigned on-call period and for consultation with a Senior Coroner and/or the Unit Director following the on-call shift.
• Must be willing and able to effectively communicate with individuals in sensitive and emotional circumstances.
• Must be willing and able to demonstrate cultural humility, supporting a culturally safe environment for families of the deceased, stakeholders and colleagues.
• Coroners work from home and their home office must comply with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and BC Coroners Service standards, policies and practices (ie: File Security).
• Must be willing and able to manage sensitive, graphic, and confidential information.
• Must have internet access as a condition of employment, and a strong working knowledge of computer technologies with the ability to enter data into the BCCS database.
• May be required to attend autopsies.
• Subject to a satisfactory police record check including enhanced security screening.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Police Record Check and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Cover letter required: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. Please select “SKIP” on the cover letter screen to continue with your application.

Resume required: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes. Please read the instructions on how to complete the Online Questionnaire below.

Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire – YES (COMPREHENSIVE) – As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and your accountabilities and accomplishments.

Job Category

Health Services