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Job Title	Deputy Coroner
Job Title Note	Will County Coroner’s Office
Job Summary	The Deputy Coroner investigates deaths occurring within Will County, under supervision, and handles related duties as needed. This role conducts death‑scene investigations, interviews families and medical providers, notifies next of kin, and coordinates the removal and transport of decedents. The position also assists with inquests, autopsies, and other analyses, works closely with medical and law enforcement agencies, and may testify at hearings or trials. Additional responsibilities include managing unclaimed decedents, creating and preparing permanent records, participating in 24-hour shifts and back-up availability and performing other duties as assigned. The role requires working in various environmental conditions, including indoor and outdoor settings, exposure to biohazards, and potentially stressful or sensitive situations involving deceased individuals and grieving families.
Minimum Qualifications	Associate’s degree in nursing, fire science/EMS, law enforcement/criminal justice, mortuary science or related field required, or two years of equivalent experience and training that provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job will be considered in place of the educational requirement. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal fingerprint background check prior to employment. Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License and minimum automobile insurance as required by law. This position involves operating county vehicles to travel to death scenes and transport decedents as part of official investigative duties. Ability to work regular 24-hour shifts (subject to change), and back-up availability, during personnel shortages. Lift up to 100 pounds. Must successfully complete and pass a required lift assessment prior to employment.
Salary Range	$26.7012/Hr. (Starting Compensation) - $42.2745/Hr. (Top of the range) (Steps 1-10) https://willcounty.gov/Open-and-Participatory-Government Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, vacation, and tuition reimbursement program. https://willcounty.gov/County-Offices/Administration/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-and-Compensations
Apply To	Will County Human Resources Department 302 N. Chicago Street Joliet, IL 60432 Fax: (815) 774-6355 Email: [email protected]
Apply by	November 4, 2026 at 4:30pm
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Disclaimer	*Completed Will County Employment Application or Resume with cover letter may be submitted by mail, fax or hand delivered. Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the selection process. Equal Opportunity Employer

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