Fire Investigator

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global multi-disciplinary consulting firm with over 90 locations worldwide. We are highly committed to all members of our community, both employees and clients. Our organization focuses on promoting a sense of community and inspiring our people to achieve results that exceed goals.

J.S. Held is seeking highly motivated and experienced Fire Investigators for our Fire Origin & Cause Practice Group with a strong focus on delivering exceptional service and superior work product to clients.  You will be responsible for the inspection, support, and delivery of multiple projects across various disciplines within the insurance and legal industry.  J.S. Held is focused on learning and development and is continually looking to attract and retain top talent who are creative, self-motivated, and organized.  The ideal candidate will have 10 years field experience in Fire & Explosion Investigations and be an IAAI-Certified Fire Investigator.  A NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator certification will be considered if all requirements are met to test for IAAI-CFI and the candidate is able to obtain the certification within 6 months of employment.  

Job Responsibilities

• Interface with clients and project representatives
• Perform field inspections and necessary site visits
• Serve as liaison between clients, subrogation attorneys, various contractors, vendors, etc.
• Travel is required as necessary
• Receive assignments from customers for investigation of losses or claims and pursues investigation to determine the origin and cause of the fire and/or explosion event
• Promotes and markets utilization of J.S. Held services in the insurance industry and within assigned territory
• Identifies and interviews witnesses or involved persons who may possess information or knowledge pertaining to an incident under investigation
• Develops necessary knowledge and expertise required to conduct thorough inspection of available public records
• Maintains up-to-date information regarding existing laws pertaining to rights of privacy and availability of public records
• Conduct investigations in a legal and ethical manner

Ideal Candidates Exhibit the Following Attributes and Background

• 10 years of field experience with a strong understanding of fire and explosion investigation principles
• Must have excellent writing skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word
• Ability to travel overnight, out-of-state and out-of-country as necessary
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
• Strong project management skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Strong leadership qualities
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Minimum certification requirement for consideration, Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (NAFI-CFEI or current NFPA 1033 equivalent)
• Ability to obtain local and regional Private Investigator licensing
• IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) certification is preferred and will be required. The IAAI-CFI certification shall be obtained within 6 months of employment.

J.S. Held is dedicated to becoming the global leader in providing multi-disciplinary construction consulting services to the legal, construction and insurance communities. We specialize in property damage consulting, construction claims consulting, program & project management and dispute resolution services.  J.S. Held is committed to recruiting and cultivating top industry talent to build a collaborative and diverse team of experts.  Our consultants have a true understanding of how projects are planned and built based on years of practical construction and construction management expertise. We leverage this experience to provide local and cost-efficient solutions and an unrivaled client experience. 

Some Of The Benefits We Have Are

J.S. Held not only cares about being the best in our industry, we care about our team. We’re a business that understands life can be fluid and so we flex to ensure we provide the environment to suit that.

• Our flexible work environment allows you to work remotely when needed
• Generous PTO policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Match
• Commuter Benefits

EEO Statement 

J.S. Held LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, J.S. Held LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. J.S. Held LLC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of J.S. Held LLC employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer.

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