Office Structures & Responsibilities

The Canyon County Coroner’s Office is comprised of one elected official and six Deputy Coroners who respond to death investigations across the entire county. The office is also supported by a pathologist and an autopsy technician. As one of the fastest-growing counties in Idaho, Canyon County has experienced a significant increase in both the volume and complexity of cases handled by the Coroner’s Office.

Despite the critical role it plays, many people are unaware of the responsibilities of the Coroner’s Office or the challenges it faces. Having worked in this office for many years, I bring the experience, competence, and firsthand knowledge needed to understand these challenges and to help implement effective solutions.

I believe it is essential that the Coroner’s Office remains fully compliant with current policies and continues to stay up to date with evolving investigative techniques. This ensures the integrity of the office while allowing us to provide accurate, fact-based answers during some of the most difficult times for families.

My military experience played a foundational role in shaping who I am today. Through my service, I developed a strong sense of discipline, accountability, and resilience. Operating in high pressure and dynamic environments requires me to think critically, adapt quickly, and maintain focus on mission objectives while supporting my team. Additionally, I gained valuable leadership experience. Learning how to motivate others, communicate effectively, and make sound decisions under pressure. These experiences reinforced my commitment to integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. As a result, I bring a structured work ethic, problem solving mindset, and a deep sense of responsibility to everything I do.

I am committed to serving the people of Canyon County with the highest level of compassion, dignity, and respect, while working diligently to uphold the standards and responsibilities of the Coroner’s Office.

Work Experience

09/15/2019 – Current

Canyon County Coroner’s Office

Coroner - Full-time

10/2008 – 9/02/2015

Canyon County Coroner’s Office

Sr. Deputy Coroner- Full-time

Initiated an accountability and security procedure for controlled prescription medication pending proper disposal
Conduct autopsies under the direction of a Forensic Pathologist
Conduct examinations to determine circumstance and causes of death
Prepared written reports for each case listing pertinent case facts in manner and cause of death including examination of the deceased
Coordinates with various law enforcement agencies, physicians, hospitals paramedics and other related agencies
Gathered, preserved and stored evidence using proper evidence collection, handling procedures; including chain of custody
Dealt effectively and courteously with law enforcement officers, administrators, and the public
Performs a variety of clerical functions related to creation and maintenance of case logs, files and materials; types of correspondence and reports

10/2005 – 10/2008

Canyon County Crime Lab

Criminalist Assistant/Evidence Custodian- Full-time

Deliver evidence to appropriate areas for processing following special physical evidence procedures
Prepare reports, logs, drawings, diagrams, documentation and related records for each investigation
Perform proper collection preservation, and packaging of different types of evidence
Handled, store and retrieved evidence as needed
Respond to crime scene to perform technical processing and evidence collection
Performed a variety of clerical functions as related to filling, sorting and routing information to the appropriate departments/individuals
Research and prepare files/evidence for retention and disposition

5/10/2004 – 10/2005

Canyon County Sheriff’s Records Department

Records Specialist Full-time

Gather sensitive information and send to the appropriate departments
Scan and file individual’s criminal records
Fingerprinting
Communicate effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds
Performed a variety of clerical functions as related to filling and sorting
Fingerprint sex offenders and update registration paperwork

Education & Accreditation

The American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators

Certified Medicolegal Death Investigator, (2022)

International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners

Member since 2019

Kaplan University

Bachelor in Criminal Justice, Crime Scene Investigation

Graduated Summa Cum Laud, (June 2010)

American Institute of Applied Science

Forensic Science Program 101, (2005)