until March 2028, with a possibility of becoming Regular
Manitoba Justice
Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Corporate and Strategic Services
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 44879
Salary(s): NN2 $87,299.00 - $107,375.00 per year Plus Qualification Pay, if applicable
Closing Date: February 8, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Introduction
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) is seeking to fill up to 4 term positions through this competitive process. The OCME investigates unexpected deaths and cases when the cause of death is not immediately known or when the death is the result of violence due to an accident, suicide, or homicide. The Manitoba Fatality Inquiries Act gives the Chief Medical Examiner the responsibility for the investigation of all unexpected and violent deaths occurring in the Province. Medical doctors throughout Manitoba are appointed as Medical Examiners and carry out investigations on behalf of the Chief Medical Examiner's Office. They are assisted in their investigation by medical examiner investigators or police officers. To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.
Candidates are required to submit the Application Screening Form (Word or fillable PDF only). A resume and cover-letter are also required. Complete the Application Screening Form at the link below. If you are having difficulty opening the link, you may have to use a different browser. You may also contact Human Resource Services (contact information under “Apply to”) to request a copy of the Application Screening Form.
Under the direction of the Executive Director or a Provincial Medical Examiner, the incumbent will be responsible to investigate circumstances surrounding sudden and violent deaths in the City of Winnipeg and periphery including rural Manitoba.
This will involve:
Attending scenes of death including unpredictable environments and taking scene photographs
Preparing complex reports
Providing coordination and management at locations of death including direction of law enforcement, emergency medical personnel, body transport service members, health care Providers, media, members of the public and family
Conducting telephone communication with family members, law enforcement and other health care professionals
Transporting biological specimens
Supporting individuals and families through periods of stress
Consulting with Medical Examiners as required
Qualifications:
Essential:
Must be a Registered Nurse, with either a Bachelor of Nursing degree or a Diploma in Nursing from one of the former recognized schools of nursing, including significant acute care experience
Experience supporting individuals who are experiencing difficult, traumatic, and stressful situations
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of stakeholders
Effective written communication skills
Effective verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet conflicting deadlines
Strong political acumen and the ability to manage confidential, controversial or politically/medically sensitive material and situations in an appropriate manner
Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to cope with stress with frequent exposure to traumatic situations
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
Desired:
Knowledge of The Fatality Inquiries Act, Anatomy Act, Human Tissue Gift Acts, Personal Health Information Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and Vital Statistics Acts
Investigative experience
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must posses and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Search with Vulnerable Sector Search, Satisfactory Adult and Child Abuse Registry Checks and, Enhanced Security Screening
Valid Class 5 Drivers License with access to a personal vehicle for business purposes
Nurses must be eligible to register and maintain a licence with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba
Ability to travel within the designated area, be available for rotating work shifts within a 24/7 organization (covering the hours of 07:30 to 15:45 hours), handle stand-by/on-call designation (15:45 to 07:30 hours and weekends) and respond to call-in situations in a timely manner
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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