SENIOR MORGUE AMBULANCE DRIVER 2814

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for the scheduling and assigning of Morgue Ambulance Drivers, for seeing that ambulances and departmental vehicles are maintained in clean and safe operating condition and for keeping section records. The incumbent must be available to work various shifts in order to provide direct supervision of all Morgue Ambulance Drivers. Work is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Schedules Morgue Ambulance Drivers to cover round-the-clock departmental requirements;

Responsible for the removal of bodies and personal property of decedents from death scenes, tagging bodies for identification, and delivering them to the morgue;

Prepares trip reports, accident reports, and reports on needed vehicle repairs;

Responsible for seeing that ambulances are properly equipped and maintained in clean condition;

Availability to work various shifts in order to provide direct supervision of all Morgue Ambulance Drivers.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of driving regulations and County roads; skill in the operation of a motor vehicle; ability to supervise ambulance drivers and see that Department regulations are adhered to in work performance; ability to prepare reports and keep accurate records; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years experience as a Morgue Ambulance Driver or other full time driving experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Candidates must possess a current, valid and appropriate New York State driver's license, and maintain it throughout employment in this title.

R10/5/89

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive