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O*NET-SOC 13-1041.06

Coroners

Direct activities such as autopsies, pathological and toxicological analyses, and inquests relating to the investigation of deaths occurring within a legal jurisdiction to determine cause of death or to fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained deaths.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Complete death certificates, including the assignment of cause and manner of death.Core8915
  2. Perform medicolegal examinations and autopsies, conducting preliminary examinations of the body to identify victims, locate signs of trauma, and identify factors that would indicate time of death.Core8912
  3. Interview persons present at death scenes to obtain information useful in determining the manner of death.Core8921
  4. Observe and record the positions and conditions of bodies and related evidence.Core8916
  5. Provide information concerning the circumstances of death to relatives of the deceased.Core8923
  6. Remove or supervise removal of bodies from death scenes, using the proper equipment and supplies, and arrange for transportation to morgues.Core8920
  7. Inquire into the cause, manner, and circumstances of human deaths and establish the identities of deceased persons.Core8913
  8. Observe, record, and preserve any objects or personal property related to deaths, including objects such as medication containers and suicide notes.Core8918
  9. Complete reports and forms required to finalize cases.Core8919
  10. Arrange for the next of kin to be notified of deaths.Core8928
  11. Locate and document information regarding the next of kin, including their relationship to the deceased and the status of notification attempts.Core8924
  12. Collect and document any pertinent medical history information.Core8917
  13. Inventory personal effects recovered from bodies, such as jewelry or wallets.Core8926
  14. Direct activities of workers conducting autopsies, performing pathological and toxicological analyses, and preparing documents for permanent records.Core20181
  15. Coordinate the release of personal effects to authorized persons and facilitate the disposition of unclaimed corpses and personal effects.Core8927
  16. Witness and certify deaths that are the result of a judicial order.Core8931
  17. Testify at inquests, hearings, and court trials.Core8922
  18. Confer with officials of public health and law enforcement agencies to coordinate interdepartmental activities.Core8925
  19. Record the disposition of minor children, as well as details of arrangements made for their care.Supplemental8929
  20. Collect wills, burial instructions, and other documentation needed for investigations and for handling of the remains.Core8930

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 28 examples in 14 categories, 12 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Graphics or photo imaging software

  • 3D graphics software
  • Graphics software
  • Mideo Systems EZDoc Plus

Data base user interface and query software

  • Alcestis
  • Autopsy information databases
  • Douglas Associates Forensic Filer
  • Fingerprint databases
  • Genetic database software
  • Ingenuware CoronerBase
  • Rapid Medical Examiners System
  • Structured query language SQLHot Technology
  • Toxicology databases
  • Transact-SQLHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

  • Bite analysis software

Office suite software

  • Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

  • Email software

Document management software

  • EMC Documentum

File versioning software

  • GitHot Technology

Operating system software

  • Google AndroidHot Technology
  • LinuxHot Technology
  • UNIXHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Data base reporting software

  • Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services SSRSHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Video conferencing software

  • ZoomHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Getting Information

  • Collect evidence for legal proceedings.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Interview witnesses, suspects, or claimants.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Document information related to legal proceedings.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare legal or investigatory documentation.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with People Outside the Organization

  • Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Inform individuals or organizations of status or findings.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise employees.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Coordinate operational activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Coordinate logistics or other business operations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Coordinate enforcement of laws or regulations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.