Field Fire Investigator & Forensic Origin Specialist

EFI Global; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global is seeking a Fire Investigator to determine origin and cause of losses in accordance with client assignments. You will accept investigations, identify third-party responsibility, and maintain reporting commitments while promoting EFI services in the insurance sector.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, CFEI certification, and 3 years of experience. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of working independently or in a team, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Minimum certification requirement: Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI).
• IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) certification preferred; must obtain within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Accepts assignments from customers for investigation of losses or claims and pursues investigation in accordance with the specific needs of the assignment.
• Determines origin and cause of the loss/claim and identifies third-party responsibility for subrogation potential.
• Maintains required reporting commitments to client per EFI procedures.
• Markets EFI services in the insurance industry and within the assigned territory.
• Liaises between the insurance industry and law enforcement/fire service personnel.
• Investigates losses/claims with illegal or fraudulent aspects as assigned.
• Identifies and interviews witnesses or involved persons with information relevant to the incident.
• Develops knowledge to inspect public records such as deeds, mortgages, liens, suits, etc.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of privacy laws and public records access to ensure legal investigations.

Skills

Oral and written comms

PC literacy

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CFEI certification

IAAI-CFI certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EFI Global is seeking a Fire Investigator to determine origin and cause of losses in accordance with client assignments. You will accept investigations, identify third-party responsibility, and maintain reporting commitments while promoting EFI services in the insurance sector.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, CFEI certification, and 3 years of experience. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of working independently or in a team, with travel as needed.