Senior Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)

About the role

EFI Global, a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety and specialty consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Fire Investigator to support complex origin and cause investigations in a full-time, remote role. The position suits a self-directed professional who values technical rigor, clear communication and teamwork, and delivers unbiased, defensible findings. Candidates are preferably based in the greater Greensboro, High Point or Winston-Salem area.

Key responsibilities

• Independently investigate claims suspected of insurance fraud, including large loss, large fire loss and multiple claims, and report them back to the requesting party following best practices.
• Determine the origin and cause of fires and explosions, primarily in structures, commercial buildings and residences.
• Interview witnesses and review public records such as land deeds, mortgages, liens, suits, judgments and marriage/divorce records.
• Provide expert testimony in depositions and trials and conclude investigations, including determining negligence and violations of law.
• Maintain claims files confidentially and keep management informed of developments affecting claims results.
• Review investigation outcomes, recommend resolutions and guide claims leadership and associates.
• Build cooperation with federal, state and local agencies and private information bureaus.
• Anticipate customer training needs, support the quality program, travel as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Minimum certification: NAFI-Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI); IAAI-CFI certification is strongly preferred.
• Five years of fire investigation experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work independently or in a team, handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Physical ability to stand, kneel, squat or bend, work outdoors in hot or cold weather, lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 100 pounds.

Required skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, time management, analytical and investigative skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.