Senior Fire Investigator - Arson & Explosions (POST)

State of Missouri; St. James (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Missouri Division of Fire Safety is seeking an Investigator to work with law enforcement and fire service partners to determine the origin and cause of fires, explosions, and related crimes. The role may involve criminal arrests and presenting evidence in court.

Applicants must hold POST certification, fire investigator certification, and have 3+ years in fire or criminal investigation, with specialized arson training.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited four-year high school, or equivalent per State requirements.
• Peace Officer Standards Training (P.O.S.T) Certified.
• Certified Fire Investigator by Missouri Division of Fire Safety, or complete certification within six months of employment.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in fire prevention, fire investigation, or criminal investigation.
• Completion of arson detection and investigation training by a recognized institution or agency.

Responsibilities

• Make determinations of origin and cause of fires, explosions, and related crimes; may make criminal arrests during investigations.
• Evaluate and present evidence during prosecutions; testify in criminal and civil court as needed.
• Work advanced technical investigations with federal, state, and local officials.
• Move to Franklin, Crawford, Washington, Phelps or Maries counties within 90 days of starting employment; relocation on a case-by-case basis may be approved.

Skills

POS T certified

Fire Investigator certification

Arson detection training

Fire investigation experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (Certificate of equivalency)

Job description

The State of Missouri Division of Fire Safety is seeking an Investigator to work with law enforcement and fire service partners to determine the origin and cause of fires, explosions, and related crimes. The role may involve criminal arrests and presenting evidence in court.

Applicants must hold POST certification, fire investigator certification, and have 3+ years in fire or criminal investigation, with specialized arson training.