Fire Investigator

Sedgwick•Birmingham, AL

4d•Remote

About The Position

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm. We are seeking an experienced Fire Investigator based in the greater Birmingham, AL area to support complex origin and cause investigations in a full‑time, remote role. This position is ideal for a self‑directed professional who values technical rigor, clear communication, and teamwork while delivering unbiased, defensible findings. IAAI‑CFI certification is strongly preferred, with NAFI‑CFEI required at minimum. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide clients with reliable conclusions and exceptional service across the region. Candidate must reside in the greater Birmingham, AL area.

Requirements

Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI) certification required at minimum.
Three (3) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Good oral and written communication
PC literate, including 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

Nice To Haves

IAAI-CFI certification is strongly preferred.
Will be required to obtain the IAAI-CFI certification within 6 months of qualifying to take IAAI-CFI certification test.

Responsibilities

Investigate fire events to determine origin, cause, and responsibility in accordance with assignments from clients or assigned legal counsel.
Accept assignments from customers for investigation of losses or claims and pursue investigation in accordance with the specific needs of the assignment.
Determine the origin and cause of the loss/claim under investigation and identify any potential third-party responsibility for subrogation potential.
Maintain required reporting commitments to client in accordance with EFI’s standard procedures.
Promote and market utilization of EFI services in the insurance industry and within assigned territory.
Serve as a liaison between the insurance industry and law enforcement/fire service personnel.
Investigate losses/claims with illegal, fraudulent or subrogation aspects in accordance with assignment from client or assigned attorney representing insurer.
Identify and interview all witnesses or involved persons who may possess information or knowledge pertaining to incident under investigation: motive, opportunity or any other information or evidence that may assist in concluding a factual and complete investigation.
Develop 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.
Maintain up-to-date information in 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.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Travels as required.