Coroner's Office Forensic Science Academy Participant July 28, 2026

Coroners Office Forensic Science Academy Participant July 28, 2026

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

Boulder, CO

Job Type

Hourly

Job Number

6734(ZZ6)

Department

Coroners Office

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

6/24/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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Description

Boulder County Coroners Office is offering opportunities for multiple Forensic Science Academy Participants to engage within a safe, controlled environment to learn about the roles, responsibilities, and challenges of working in death investigations, or a morgue setting.

This is not a paid or benefited position. Participants will attend one 6-hour session, 9:00am - 3:00pm on Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 located at the the Boulder County Coroners Office, 5610 Flatiron Parkway, Boulder, CO.

Hiring Salary Range: Unpaid

Examples of Duties

Forensic Science Academy participants will be immersed in staged learning sessions to gain insight into the operations of a coroners office. Attendee activities include an overview of Colorado statutes that shape coroners office, a staged death scene using a mannequin, a virtual autopsy, and more! This Forensic Science Academy is an opportunity for students currently studying forensic science, health science, or criminal justice.

Participants should bring a water bottle. Time is scheduled for a working lunch. Participants are welcome to bring lunch, and will have access to a refrigerator and microwave. A light lunch of a sandwich and fruit is available for participants that do not bring lunch.

To preserve the integrity of our service to community members, attendees will not observe or make contact with persons in our care, nor access case investigation records.

Required Qualifications

Forensic Science Academy minimum qualifications are:

• Current college student of a nationally accredited college or university, with a concentration in an applicable field of study such as health or human science, forensic science, or criminal justice

OR

• High school students at least 16 years of age with a career interest in the field
• For high school students age 16 or 17, a signed parent/guardian consent to participate is required
• Additionally, one letter of support from a current high school educator, or from a professional in a related field is required

Applicants that are not current students, will not be considered.

Supplemental Information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must attach a cover letter that explains interest in attending the Boulder County Coroners Forensic Science Academy
• A clearance will be completed of all selected attendees to ensure CJIS compliance for building access
• For applicants ages 16 and 17, a signed consent from parent or guardian is required - the consent form will be provided as needed
• All attendees must sign a confidentiality agreement, photo consent, and agree to a background check
• Participants must present a state or federal photo identification per security guidelines

Please note once an application is submitted, documents cannot be added. Include your letter of support when the application is submitted. Due to the number of applicants, documents submitted separately from the application cannot be accepted.

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Along with offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers hourly employees the following benefits:

• peace of mind for the future with PERA pension, PERA 401k, and Social Security retirement plans;
• ways to get around town with discounts on the RTD Eco Pass;
• paid medical leave;
• the opportunity to take charge of your well-being through a nationally-recognized wellness program.

01

Do you meet the minimum age requirement of 16?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a currently enrolled student? (Required)

• Yes
• No

03

Have you attached the required cover letter? Note that once an application is submitted, the system does not permit additional document uploads.

• Yes
• No

04

For applicants ages 16 and 17, do you acknowledge a signed parental consent will be required?

• Yes
• No
• I am at least 18 years of age.

05

For applicants ages 16 and 17, did you include a letter of support?

• Yes
• No
• I am at least 18 years of age.

06

What efforts have you made, or been involved with, to foster diversity concordance and cultural understanding?

07

What educational, volunteer, and life experiences demonstrate your ability to contribute to Boulder Countys goals of achieving racial equity and social justice?

Required Question

Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

Website http://www.bouldercounty.org