Fire Investigator - Principal Consultant - Part-Time

Summary

Certified Fire Investigator / Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFI/CFEI) responsible for analyzing and interpreting fire and explosion scenes.

• Associates in degree field commensurate with duties. (Experience may be accepted and converted on a case by case basis in order to meet educational standard.)
• Bachelors or higher preferred.
• Must have at minimum of CFEI certification through NAFI, CFI certification through IAAI (preferred).
• Must be familiar with NFPA 921.
• Must meet all the requirements for qualification as a fire investigator per NFPA 1033.
• 10 Years Public and/or Private fire investigative duties- actively engaged in Origin and Cause.
• Previous expert testimony or deposition experience is highly preferred but not required, provided there is proof of completion of NFA or an equivalent Testimony class.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to deliver fast and accurate turnaround times.
• Capability to handle multiple project workloads and manage high-stress periods, especially during peak business demand.
• Hands-on proficiency, including the ability to climb ladders and roofs, and crawl in tight spaces as necessary for investigations.
• Adherence to OCI's/C&C Safety Protocol guidelines when working on assigned projects, unless significant hazards are identified.
• Compliance with all standards for pre-employment physical examination.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the firm's guidelines.
• Must have a CFEI certification through NAFI, or CFI certification through IAAI (preferred).
• Testimony History or proof of completion of NFA or Equivalent Testimony class.
• Must be willing to travel and/or work a flexible schedule during periods of peak demand.
• Must have the willingness to work remotely and from home office.
• Must have employee-provided, high-speed internet that is reliable and accessible at remote office.

• Perform all required analysis and work necessary to determine the cause and origin of fires and explosion incidents.
• Convey findings and conclusions to others in a clear and concise manner, typically through written reports.
• Defend opinions in court or litigious settings when necessary.
• Complete required corporate training and development programs.
• Mentor and train subordinate investigators.

Job Description

Certified Fire Investigator / Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFI/CFEI) responsible for analyzing and interpreting fire and explosion scenes.

• Associates in degree field commensurate with duties. (Experience may be accepted and converted on a case by case basis in order to meet educational standard.)
• Bachelors or higher preferred.
• Must have at minimum of CFEI certification through NAFI, CFI certification through IAAI (preferred).
• Must be familiar with NFPA 921.
• Must meet all the requirements for qualification as a fire investigator per NFPA 1033.
• 10 Years Public and/or Private fire investigative duties- actively engaged in Origin and Cause.
• Previous expert testimony or deposition experience is highly preferred but not required, provided there is proof of completion of NFA or an equivalent Testimony class.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to deliver fast and accurate turnaround times.
• Capability to handle multiple project workloads and manage high-stress periods, especially during peak business demand.
• Hands-on proficiency, including the ability to climb ladders and roofs, and crawl in tight spaces as necessary for investigations.
• Adherence to OCI's/C&C Safety Protocol guidelines when working on assigned projects, unless significant hazards are identified.
• Compliance with all standards for pre-employment physical examination.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the firm's guidelines.
• Must have a CFEI certification through NAFI, or CFI certification through IAAI (preferred).
• Testimony History or proof of completion of NFA or Equivalent Testimony class.
• Must be willing to travel and/or work a flexible schedule during periods of peak demand.
• Must have the willingness to work remotely and from home office.
• Must have employee-provided, high-speed internet that is reliable and accessible at remote office.

• Perform all required analysis and work necessary to determine the cause and origin of fires and explosion incidents.
• Convey findings and conclusions to others in a clear and concise manner, typically through written reports.
• Defend opinions in court or litigious settings when necessary.
• Complete required corporate training and development programs.
• Mentor and train subordinate investigators.