Fire Investigator

Are you looking for a company who believes in world‑class employee culture and focuses on growing YOU professionally? Welcome to National Fire Experts, a leader in the property insurance intelligence industry. We are currently seeking a Part‑Time Fire Investigator to join our growing team in Phoenix, AZ
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• Remote Schedule
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Bonus Opportunity
• Career Growth
• A Diverse & Positive Work Environment
• Professional Development
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Coverage
• 401K with Match
• HSA and HRA (Employer contributions)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Timely field visits to loss sites to conduct cause and origin investigations.
• Provides honest and unbiased analysis and consultation on various fires and explosions.
• Field studies and research on a daily basis.
• Must travel to perform investigations within a 100‑mile radius (further when required) from the assigned office. Depending upon the workload and distance traveled, occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Will have close client interaction, often dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
• Writes and submits detailed and accurate reports on completed investigations in a timely manner in accordance with company guidelines.
• Will communicate with National Fire Experts customers to provide timelines and project updates on a consistent basis.
• Must be willing and able to provide expert testimony and/or depositions on an as needed basis.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule during periods of peak business demand.
• Will provide excellent customer service to both the company’s internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Must have CFEI certification through NAFI, or CFI certification through IAAI (preferred).
• Must hold or have the ability to obtain a Private Investigator License in the state(s) in which they are assigned within 60 days of employment (if applicable).
• Must be familiar with NFPA 921.
• Must meet all the requirements for qualification as a fire investigator per NFPA 1033.
• Previous expert testimony or deposition experience highly preferred but not required.
• Degree or some college coursework is preferred but not required.
• Must have at least 2 years of hands‑on experience working in the public and/or private sectors performing fire origin and cause investigations on residential and commercial structures.
• Must be well organized with the ability to deliver fast and accurate turnaround times.
• Must be able to handle multiple project workload and periods of high stress, especially during times of peak business demand.
• Must be hands‑on and able to climb ladders and roofs, crawl in tight spaces, etc. as needed to perform investigations.
• Will work projects that are assigned to them unless sufficient hazards are identified utilizing National Fire Experts’ Safety Protocol guidelines and JSA’s.
• Meet all standards for pre‑employment physical examination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be team‑oriented and service‑oriented.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the firm’s guidelines.
• Must have superior customer service skills.
• Must always conduct business in an honest and ethical fashion.
• Experience with writing detailed investigation reports is highly preferred.
• Must have excellent overall computer skills.
• Must meet or exceed company aptitude standards regarding computer and technical proficiency.
• Must have the ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
• 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.

• Frequently required to stand on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Frequently required to climb onto roofs, ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to spend extended periods of time operating a motor vehicle.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

National Fire Experts is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are an E‑Verify participating employer.