Fire Investigator

EFI Global

. Investigate fire events to determine origin, cause, and responsibility according to client or assigned legal counsel instructions .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fire investigation, including determining origin and cause of losses, and identifying third-party responsibility. Proficient in maintaining client reporting standards and liaising with law enforcement and fire service personnel.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI)IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)Fire Investigation ExperienceStrong Investigative SkillsAnalytical and Interpretive Skills

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Hard Skills

Fire InvestigationLoss InvestigationPublic Records InspectionSubrogation IdentificationClient ReportingEvidence GatheringLegal Compliance KnowledgeAttention to DetailTime ManagementPC Literacy

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI)IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryFire ServiceFraud InvestigationLegal Counsel LiaisonPerformance Competencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate fire events to determine origin, cause, and responsibility according to client or assigned legal counsel instructions
Accept assignments from customers for investigation of losses or claims and pursue investigations according to assignment needs
Determine the origin and cause of losses/claims and identify potential third-party responsibility for subrogation
Maintain required client reporting commitments according to EFI standard procedures
Promote and market EFI services in the insurance industry and assigned territory
Serve as a liaison between the insurance industry and law enforcement/fire service personnel
Investigate losses/claims involving illegal, fraudulent, or subrogation aspects
Identify and interview witnesses and involved persons to gather relevant information and evidence
Inspect public records, including land deeds, mortgages, liens, suits, judgments, and marriage and divorce records
Maintain current knowledge of laws concerning privacy rights and public-record availability
Perform other assigned duties and travel as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Minimum certification requirement for consideration: Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI)
IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) certification is preferred
Will be required to obtain the IAAI-CFI certification within 6 months of employment
Three (3) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Good oral and written communication
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Good analytical and interpretive skills
Strong investigative skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
Must be able to kneel, squat or bend
Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions
Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, and reach/work overhead
Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds
Ability to drive up to 4 hours per day

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-Free Workplace