Deputy Director, Medical Examiner, Grade K9

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources, Finance or a related field required (Master's Degree preferred); supplemented by seven years of experience in the field to include five years of progressively responsible experience in administrative services and three years supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to perform administrative, technical, and supervisory work planning, coordinating, and directing the activities of assigned divisions within the Medical Examiner's Office.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff: develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work: prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.
Directs the day to day operations of the Administrative Division in the Medical Examiner's Office: oversees and evaluate budget, human resources, purchasing, procurement, and administrative services; monitors activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and laws and ordinances; monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of operations; determines proficiency level and identifies areas requiring improvement; assists in formulating and implementing action plan to correct deficiencies.
Develops and implements work methods and practices, policies, and standard operating procedures: monitors implementation of departmental rules and regulations; updates departmental guidelines according to federal, state, or local legislation as needed.
Receives and responds to questions and complaints from citizens, employees, and other individuals: discusses problems or grievances; investigates complaints and determines appropriate actions to resolve complaints; consults with County Administrator and County Attorney as needed; prepares and maintains related reports and documentation.
Ensures proper maintenance and operation of equipment and facilities: monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; assigns and ensures maintenance/replacement of equipment; provides information technology services, including digital imagery management.
Serves as legal custodian of records for the Department: supervises the storage and release of Department records; processes requests for records received from courts, law enforcement personnel or agencies, and the general public; determines confidentiality of requested information and what may or may not be released in accordance with established regulations and laws; develops related policies and procedures; and provides testimony in court proceedings regarding the same.
Assists in preparing and defending departmental budget: prioritizes anticipated departmental needs for each fiscal year; prepares and submits annual budget information; administers approved budget and monitors operational expenditures for fiscal compliance.
Manages additional fiscal resources: assists in writing and submitting grant applications; administers grant awards; drafts, reviews and approves Request for Proposals, bids, and contractual agreements for services provided by and to the Department; and maintains related documentation.
Attends and/or conducts staff meetings, department directors meetings, board meetings, or other meetings and events: attends and conducts workshops and training sessions as appropriate; serves on special panels, boards, and/or committees.
Cooperates with and serves as liaison to international, federal, state, and local agencies and/or representatives: provides information and makes presentations; drafts and monitors legislation regarding and impacting department activities.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of new forensic technologies and laws/regulations: reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation, including time sheets and legal documents such as Notice to Produce, subpoenas, and court orders; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including policies and procedures, budget documentation, and performance evaluations; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Communicates with County officials, supervisor, subordinates, other employees, law enforcement, attorneys, court personnel, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Additional Functions:Performs other related duties as required.