Senior Fire Investigator

EFI Global

Senior Fire Investigator conducting investigations to determine origin and cause of fires for EFI Global. Responsible for providing expert testimony and maintaining investigative integrity.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fire investigation, including determining origin and cause, conducting thorough investigations, and providing expert testimony. Possesses strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills essential for effective claims resolution and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI)Fire Investigation ExperienceStrong Investigative SkillsAdvanced Microsoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Fire InvestigationOrigin and Cause DeterminationInsurance Fraud InvestigationClaims ResolutionAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Fire LossClaims InvestigationFraud DetectionExpert TestimonyGovernment Agency Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently conduct extensive and detailed investigations to determine origin & cause of fires and explosions
Investigates assigned claims suspected of insurance fraud, including large fire loss and multiple claims
Ensures that assigned cases are investigated and reported back according to best practices
Anticipates training needs of customers based on customer exposure and antifraud initiatives
Investigates site and provides expert testimony based on determination of origin & cause of fires
Maintains assigned claims files in a confidential manner
Reviews and makes recommendations on outcomes of investigations in a prompt manner
Provides guidance and recommendations to claims leadership on claims resolution
Develops and maintains rapport with government agencies and private information bureaus
Identifies and interviews all witnesses or involved persons regarding incidents under investigation
Independently concludes investigations and determines negligence and violation of laws

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) certification or Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI) certification
Five (5) years of fire investigation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Strong oral and written communication skills
PC literate, including advanced 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development