Mifflin County Coroner's Office

04/30/2022

The Mifflin County Coroner's Office is currently accepting resumes for the position of part time Deputy Coroner. The qualifications for the job are posted below.

SUMMARY: Responds to requests for death investigations from law Enforcement, 911 center, medical personnel, funeral directors and general public. Provides education when requested. Maintains a positive working environment under stressful situations..

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following with other duties assigned as needed:

1. Responds to requests for death investigations.
2. Interviewing persons with potential knowledge concerning circumstances surrounding death investigation.
3. Completes work assignments for The Coroner and office staff.
4. Assists Coroner and office staff with difficult or unusual cases.
5. Testifies in court when required.
6. Develops and maintains positive working relationship with the District Attorney, Law Enforcement, Families, Funeral Directors, Forensic Pathologist, Medical staff etc.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE –
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; AND

Completion of Bachelor's Degree program from an accredited college or university in a related field of study, such as: forensic science; criminal justice; anthropology; psychology; sociology; biological science; nursing; or chemistry. Relevant work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis; AND

Two (2) years of full-time work experience in medicolegal death investigation is preferred. Two (2) years of full-time related work experience involving investigation and/or wound and pathology experience is required. A Master's Degree in forensic science or a relevant field may be substituted for the work experience requirement; AND

Employees assigned to this title will be required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license and have a clean driving record; AND

Professional certification or licensure in one of the following fields is preferred: ABMDI (American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators), law enforcement, nursing, radiology, EMT/Paramedic, or any forensic concentration; OR

EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license, issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Five (5) years of previous medical experience required.

Qualified candidates can pick up an application at the Mifflin County Commissioner's Office.

Please submit your completed application and resume to:

Mifflin County Coroner's Office
20 N Wayne Street
Lewistown PA 17044

10/31/2021

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06/26/2021

UPDATE!!!!!

We would like to thank everyone for their assistance. Through the work of many the family has been located. Again thank you for your assistance

The Mifflin County Coroner's Office is currently looking for family of Brian J Weaver. The last known place of residence was Reedsville PA . If anyone has any information on the decedent please message our page.

Thank You for your assistance
Alan Sunderland
Chief Deputy Coroner

06/25/2019

The Office of Coroner of Mifflin County is currently accepting applications for Part-time Deputy Coroner.
Requirements:
• Investigate and complete reports as necessary for cases and investigations assigned to include scene investigations, phone investigations and death notifications including interviews.
• Assist in following up investigations for Deputies, including finalizing cases and death certificates.
• Review and oversee the monthly on-call schedule including distribution, filling of open shifts including weekends and holidays. Deputies are expected to cover paid on call 12/12hr shifts a month.
• Assist in reviewing investigators' reports when directed, issuance of cremation authorizations
• Facilitate and/or provide transportation of human remains, as necessary.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Two years of demonstrated experience in a medical or pre-hospital setting
• Obtain and maintain certification as an investigator through the Pennsylvania Coroner's Education Board and attend the Medicolegal Death Investigation Class sponsored by St. Louis School of Medicine in St. Louis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with the public.

The Applications can be picked up at the Mifflin County Commissioner’s office and should be returned to the Mifflin County Coroner’s office.

Mifflin County Coroner
20 N Wayne Street
Lewistown PA, 17044

01/24/2018

The Mifflin County Commissioners on Thursday adopted a proclamation honoring Barbara Barker, who recently retired after serving 20 years in the office of the Mifflin County Coroner, the past 17 years as chief deputy. Participating in the proclamation ceremony were, from left, Commissioner Rob Postal, Commissioner Kevin Kodish, Barker, Coroner Daniel Lynch, and Commissioner Stephen Dunkle.

01/24/2018

ww.lewistownsentinel.com

ww.lewistownsentinel.com/news/local-news/2018/01/commissioners-honor-employee-of-2-decades/