Fire Investigator: Origin & Cause Expert

Sedgwick; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global seeks a qualified investigator to determine origin and cause of fires and losses for clients in insurance and related fields. You will handle assignments, interview witnesses, and maintain thorough reports with ethical practices.

The role requires 3 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and relevant certifications (CFEI/IAAI-CFI preferred). Travel may be required across assignments.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Accepts assignments from customers for investigation of losses or claims.
• Determines the origin and cause of the loss/claim under investigation and identifies third-party responsibility.
• Maintains required reporting commitments to client.
• Markets EFI services within the insurance industry and territory.
• Liaises between insurance industry and law enforcement/fire service personnel.
• Investigates losses with fraudulent or subrogation aspects.
• Interviews witnesses and collects information for conclusions.
• Develops knowledge of public records for ethical investigations.
• Travels as required.

Skills

Oral and written communication

PC literacy

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Attention to detail

Team work

Performance competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree

CFEI certification

IAAI-CFI certification

Job description

EFI Global seeks a qualified investigator to determine origin and cause of fires and losses for clients in insurance and related fields. You will handle assignments, interview witnesses, and maintain thorough reports with ethical practices.

The role requires 3 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and relevant certifications (CFEI/IAAI-CFI preferred). Travel may be required across assignments.