Fire Investigator (Remote, Portland/Seattle Area)

About the role

Sedgwick is hiring an experienced Fire Investigator for a full-time, remote position supporting complex origin and cause investigations in the greater Portland, OR or Seattle, WA area. The investigator works with a multidisciplinary team to deliver unbiased, defensible findings for clients and their legal counsel. IAAI-CFI certification is strongly preferred, with NAFI-CFEI required at minimum.

Key responsibilities

• Investigate fire events to determine origin, cause and responsibility according to client or legal counsel assignments.
• Determine the origin and cause of each loss and identify potential third-party responsibility for subrogation.
• Interview witnesses and involved parties on motive, opportunity and other evidence.
• Review public records such as land deeds, mortgages, liens, suits, judgments and marriage/divorce records.
• Report to clients in line with EFI's standard procedures and promote EFI services in the insurance industry and assigned territory.
• Act as liaison between the insurance industry and law enforcement or fire service personnel.
• Investigate losses with illegal, fraudulent or subrogation aspects per client or insurer's attorney.
• Travel as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Three years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• NAFI-CFEI certification required; IAAI-CFI preferred and must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat or bend, work outdoors in hot or cold weather, and lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Auditory, visual and speaking abilities.

Required skills

• Good oral and written communication and PC literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical, investigative and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and meet performance competencies.

What we offer

• Starting pay range of $85,000-$95,000 for the listed jurisdiction.
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, and employee assistance.