Indigent Decedent Coordinator

Maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa County Department of Public Health in Phoenix seeks an Indigent Decedent Coordinator to assess indigent services eligibility and coordinate disposition of decedents in compliance with Arizona statutes.

You will collaborate with agencies, guide vendors, interview applicants, and oversee interments at local cemeteries, with attention to HIPAA and data security. Requires strong clerical skills, 3+ years, HS diploma.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience performing responsible clerical or administrative duties.
• High School Diploma or GED; post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver's license and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake, determine eligibility, and coordinate referrals for indigent services.
• Interview and counsel applicants, vendors, and stakeholders on entitlement rules.
• Oversee disposition processes and coordinate with funeral homes and facilities.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance, secure data retention, and proper handling of decedents' property.

Skills

Program coordination

Public contact

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Indigent Decedent Coordinator# Maricopa County Careers## Indigent Decedent CoordinatorApply: 701 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85007: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 3, 2026 (4 days left to apply): JR26615**Posting Date**10/28/26**Application Deadline**11/02/26**Pay Range**Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.25 - $24.56 hourly Full Pay Range: $21.25 - $34.50 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.**Job Type**Unclassified**Department**Public Health**About the Position**If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your keen eye for detail and ability to adapt can be utilized to their full potential, consider applying for the Indigent Decedent Coordinator role! As the Indigent Decedent Coordinator, you will collaborate with and guide multiple entities, stakeholders, and vendors to determine indigent services eligibility in compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes, administrative codes, and policies while ensuring disposition services are rendered in a timely manner. Will you be the one who enables us to deliver exceptional results? Apply now to join a great team! **About Us**Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3*rd* largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH’s mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all. **Proud to Offer*** Work with a greater purpose* Tuition reimbursement* Exceptional work-life balance* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents* Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1* Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ **We Require*** Three years of experience performing responsible clerical or administrative duties* High School Diploma or GED* Post-secondary education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis**Other Requirements*** Must possess or can obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire.* Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check.* Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test.**We Also Value*** Two or more years of program coordination or case management experience* One or more years of extensive public contact experience that includes interacting with citizens under stressful conditions, advising the public of laws, rules, or ordinances related to entitlement or government* Familiarity with Arizona Statutes and Administrative Code regarding Vital Records and Funeral Service mandates* Ability to deal with traumatic subject matter constantly, as this position coordinates disposition for deceased individuals and will be located at our OVR satellite office located within the Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner* Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish) **Job Contributions*** Apply specialized working knowledge including Arizona Revised Statutes, Arizona Administrative Code, policies, and procedures regarding eligibility and decedent disposition services to perform intake, coordinate referral services, and determine program eligibility.* Interview, counsel, and guide applicants, vendors, and stakeholders regarding government entitlement eligibility and other alternatives, and assist with information from outside resources.* Address high-volume customer inquiries and participate in ongoing training, including contract vendor and staff orientation to ensure program and contract compliance.* Coordinate supportive processes from case initiation through determination and file closure via electronic time tracking, case documentation, and program-related automated data management.* Provide consultation and training to funeral homes, healthcare facilities, public partners, and stakeholders regarding the vital registration and indigent decedent services process.* Comply with secure data records retention policies, HIPAA guidelines, and PII policies and maintain strict compliance with the management and recording of all vital records and indigent decedent services data set forth by the State of Arizona.* Prepare documents and photographs; secure and appropriately purge all personal property of decedents referred to the CIDS program, in accordance with established guidelines and timeframes.* Oversee interment services at White Tanks Cemetery and the National/ State VA Cemetery of AZ and ensure all activities are in compliance and barriers are addressed in an expedient manner.**Working Conditions*** Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions* Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time* Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency* May be asked to work at a different satellite location as needed and perform other related duties as assigned **Selection Procedure*** Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications* Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile* Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.