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CHIEF MEDICAL EXAMINER, POST MORTEM

Recruitment #23-009285-0001

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Introduction

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is currently seeking a Chief Medical Examiner. The State of Maryland’s Chief Medical Examiner is responsible for the investigation of all unattended and non-natural deaths within the State of Maryland, where the current population is approximately 6 million. The Office has a budget of $21M and approximately 200 full time and part time staff including medical examiners, forensic investigators, toxicologists, autopsy assistants, administrative assistants, and forensic pathology fellows.

Maryland State Info

Described as “America in miniature,” Maryland has varied geography; mountains in the west to the ocean in the east, from rural communities to urban centers, ensuring a stimulating variety of interesting cases to investigate.

Maryland is ideally situated in the Mid-Atlantic area, easily accessible to Philadelphia, New York, and the District of Columbia, and features superb quality of life options, attractions, and activities. Affectionately known as Charm City, Baltimore is a culturally diverse community with professional sports teams, museums, fine dining and ethnic cuisine, live musical and theatrical performances, and a variety of cultural institutions. Maryland is a great place to raise a family, with excellent school systems, colleges and universities. An abundance of varying housing is available from downtown waterfront condos to suburban and rural settings all within a reasonable commute, however, there is no requirement for OCME employees to reside in the state.

GRADE

9990

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

Established in 1939 as the nation’s first true statewide medical examiner system, Maryland’s OCME has a strong commitment to excellence. The OCME investigates all unattended and non-natural deaths with a total of over 6000 autopsies and 17,000 investigations each year. The OCME is NAME accredited and has been so continuously for 30 years. The OCME facility is a stand-alone 120,000 sq ft building located near the University of Maryland Medical Campus in Baltimore. It contains CT and LODOX® imaging, a histology laboratory, and an in-house toxicology laboratory.

The OCME is a leader in training and education with an ACGME accredited forensic pathology fellowship program, training opportunities for pathology assistants, pathology residents and medical students, and a partnership with the University of Maryland Baltimore’s Masters Program in Forensic Medicine.

The OCME has multiple consultants including neuropathology, eye pathology, cardiovascular pathology, radiology, odontology, and anthropology. Other specialist services are available through a partnership with the University of Maryland Medical System and The Johns Hopkins Hospital. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Directs the overall operation of the office including establishment of policies, processes and standards of performance 
  • Supervises deputy chiefs and assistant medical examiners
  • Manages OCME budget 
  • Reviews legislative bills that impact the function of the OCME 
  • Functions as department liaison and coordinates department activities with other local, state and federal government agencies 
  • Serves as spokesperson for the office through participation in professional and community activities and maintaining proper relations with press and media 
  • Stays abreast of changes in County, State and Federal laws, rules, procedures and regulations to ensure that the Department is in compliance with all external regulations and laws relating to the operation of the Medical Examiner’s Office 
  • Responsible for oversight of accreditations
  • Reviews daily case investigations and evaluations 
  • Performs as well as supervises autopsies 
  • Determines medical examiner jurisdictions
  • Testifies in civil and criminal cases 
  • Explains autopsy results and findings to families, physicians and third parties 
  • Maintains an active role in teaching new forensic pathologists, residents and fellows 
  • Provides impartial reviews and consultations of requested internal cases 
  • Must be available twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week to conduct investigations to determine the cause of death presumably due to an unlawful act, violence, casualties or by sudden and unusual circumstances

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must possess the following:

  • A degree in medicine from an accredited college or university (M.D. or D.O.)
  • Board certification in anatomic and forensic pathology by the American Board of Pathology at the time of appointment and must maintain certification while holding the title
  • Maryland medical licensure or be eligible for medical licensure in Maryland
  • Senior level management or comparable experience in the field of Forensic Pathology

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships
  • Knowledge of the rules, local regulations, Maryland law, agency policies and procedures of the OCME
  • Experience working with external agencies including law enforcement, health care professionals, legal professionals, funeral homes, and government officials
  • Experience with fiscal and budgetary management
  • Experience maintaining an exceptional level of quality assurance
  • Knowledge of professional standards in forensic pathology
  • Experience coordinating and managing different departments
  • Proven skill in working in a fast- paced environment
  • Experience handling high profile cases
  • Strong interpersonal skills with successful management of conflict resolution
  • Successful team builder
  • Commitment to expectations of professionalism and excellence from staff
  • Approach change positively

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. 

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:

  • Meaningful Work
  • Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
  • Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
  • Retirement
  • Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
  • Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)

For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below:

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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