Fire Investigator
Company: EFI Global
Location: olympia
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE For a career path that is both challenging and rewarding, join
Sedgwick's talented team of 27,000 colleagues around the globe.
Sedgwick is a leading provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits
and integrated business solutions. Taking care of people is at the
heart of everything we do. Millions of people and organizations
count on Sedgwick each year to take care of their needs when they
face a major life event or something unexpected happens. Whether
they have a workplace injury, suffer property or financial loss or
damage from a natural or manmade disaster, are involved in an auto
or other type of accident, or need time away from work for the
birth of a child or another medical situation, we are here to
provide compassionate care and expert guidance. Our clients depend
on our talented colleagues to take care of their most valuable
assets-their employees, their customers and their property. At
Sedgwick, caring counts. Join our team of creative and caring
people of all backgrounds, and help us make a difference in the
lives of others. EFI Global is a full-service 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, origin-and-cause 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, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment
to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and
collective insights empower clients to make better-informed
business decisions. EFI's combination of global solutions and local
expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely
responses that consistently meet our clients' expectations-anytime,
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. * May provide investigative guidance to
Fire Investigator team members. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES * Performs other duties as assigned. * Supports the
organization's quality program(s). * Travels as required. QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
preferred. IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI)
certification or Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI)
certification. Experience Five (5) 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 work-related 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 NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background
credit check, is required for this position. 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. 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. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free
Workplace
Keywords: EFI Global, Olympia , Fire Investigator, Other , olympia, Washington
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