Senior Fire Investigator, IAAI-CFI

EFI Global

Fire Investigator determining fire origins and causes for EFI Global’s forensic consulting services. Providing defensible findings, expert testimony, and insurance-fraud investigations across Southern California.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fire investigation, including conducting thorough investigations, providing expert testimony, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills are essential for effective claims resolution and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NAFI-CFEI CertificationFire Investigation ExperienceIAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)Advanced Microsoft Office ProficiencyStrong Investigative Skills

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Hard Skills

Fire InvestigationClaims HandlingExpert TestimonyPublic Records InspectionAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailIndependent InvestigationNegligence DeterminationClaims Resolution GuidanceDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTime Management Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

NAFI-CFEI CertificationIAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)

Industry Keywords

Fire InvestigationInsurance FraudClaims ManagementGovernment Agency RelationsConfidential Claims Files

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently conduct extensive and detailed investigations to determine the origin and cause of fires and explosions
Investigate large loss, large fire loss, multiple claims, and suspected insurance fraud claims
Investigate sites and provide expert testimony in depositions and trials
Report assigned cases to requesting parties according to best practices
Maintain confidential claims files and document relevant facts in claims handling systems
Keep management informed of developments affecting claims results
Review investigations and recommend outcomes promptly
Provide guidance and recommendations to claims leadership and associates on claims resolution
Develop and maintain relationships with government agencies and private information bureaus
Identify and interview witnesses and involved persons
Conclude investigations independently and determine negligence and violations of laws
Inspect public records, including deeds, mortgages, liens, suits, judgments, and marriage and divorce records
Maintain technical competency regarding applicable laws, privacy rights, and public-record availability
Provide investigative guidance to Fire Investigator team members when needed
Support quality programs and travel as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

NAFI-CFEI certification required at minimum
Five years of fire investigation experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) certification preferred
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
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods
Ability to kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, reach, and work overhead
Ability to work outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to push and pull up to 100 pounds
Ability to drive up to four hours per day
Willingness to travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k and matching
PTO
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance
Flexible spending or health savings account
Other additional voluntary benefits
Reasonable accommodations when applicable and appropriate
Equal opportunity employment
Drug-free workplace