Senior Fire & Explosion Investigator - Region F

State of Missouri; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Missouri’s Division of Fire Safety is seeking investigators to determine fire origins, assist law enforcement, and prosecute cases. You will work with federal, state, and local officials on hazardous incidents.

Applicants must meet strict qualifications, including US citizenship, Missouri residency, and certification in fire investigation or readiness to obtain it within six months. Excellent benefits and a defined pension plan accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a four-year high school or equivalent.
• Peace Officer Standard Training (P.O.S.T) Certified.
• Certified as a Fire Investigator by the Missouri Division of Fire Safety, or complete certification within six months.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in fire prevention, fire investigation, or criminal investigation.
• Completion of specialized arson detection and investigation training.

Responsibilities

• Determine the origin and cause of fires, explosions, and related crimes.
• May make criminal arrests in the course of a fire investigation.
• Evaluate and present evidence during prosecution; testify in criminal and civil court cases.

Skills

Fire investigation experience

Criminal investigation

Good physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

P.O.S.T Certified

Fire Investigator certification (or within 6 months)

Job description

State of Missouri’s Division of Fire Safety is seeking investigators to determine fire origins, assist law enforcement, and prosecute cases. You will work with federal, state, and local officials on hazardous incidents.

Applicants must meet strict qualifications, including US citizenship, Missouri residency, and certification in fire investigation or readiness to obtain it within six months. Excellent benefits and a defined pension plan accompany the role.