Fire Investigator
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IF YOU CARE THERES A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
EFI Global is a fullservice engineering fire investigation environmental health and safety and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis originandcause investigations environmental consulting laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers fire investigators architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency indepth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make betterinformed business decisions. EFIs combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients expectationsanytime anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:To independently conduct extensive and detailed investigations to determine origin & cause of fires and explosions primarily involving structures and determining the cause of fires in commercial buildings or residences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Investigates assigned claims suspected of insurance fraud this includes large loss large fire loss and multiple claims.
- Ensures that assigned cases are investigated and reported back to the requesting party in adherence to best practices. Anticipates training needs of customers based on customer exposure and antifraud initiatives.
- Investigates site and provides expert testimony based on determination of the origin & cause of fires and relates findings in a clear and concise manner in depositions and trials.
- Maintains assigned claims files in a confidential manner; documents all relevant facts pertaining to files in the appropriate claims handling system(s) and keeps management informed of developments that impact claims results.
- Reviews and makes recommendations on outcomes of investigations in a prompt and expeditious manner. Provides guidance and recommendations to claims leadership and associates on claims resolution.
- Develops and maintains rapport and cooperation with federal state and local government agencies as well as private information bureaus that can assist in investigative efforts.
- Identifies and interviews all witnesses or involved persons who may possess information or knowledge pertaining to incident under investigation: motive opportunity or any other information or evidence. Independently concludes investigations and determines negligence and violation of laws.
- Possesses necessary knowledge and expertise required to conduct thorough inspection of available public records including land deeds mortgages liens suits judgments marriage and divorce records etc.
- Maintains and pursues technical competency within area of specialization with regard to existing laws pertaining to rights of privacy and availability of public records to assure that all investigations are conducted in a completely legal and ethical manner.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supports the organizations quality program(s).
- Travels as required.
Education & Licensing
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Must meet minimum certification of NAFICFEI certification.
- IAAICFI Certification is preferred
Experience
Five 3 years of fire investigation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Skills & Knowledge
- 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
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental:Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle workrelated stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical:
- Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
- Must be able to kneel squat or bend.
- Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
- Have the ability to climb crawl stoop kneel reaching/working overhead
- Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
- Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
- Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
Auditory/Visual:Hearing vision and talking
NEXT STEPS
If your application is selected to advance to the next round you will receive an email notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions duties or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwickis an Equal Opportunity Employer and a DrugFree Workplace
Employment Type
Part-Time
