Job Description
Qualifications:
4+ years of Fire Investigation experience
IAAI Expert Testimony class or deposition/trial experience (or ability to obtain within 1 year)
IAAI – Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) required
NAFI – Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) required
Eligible for licensing as a private investigator
Strong skills in analyzing, interpreting, synthesizing, prioritizing, and reporting information
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Commitment to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
Ability to drive to job sites within the tri-state area and beyond
Ideally located in the Long Island / NYC metro area
Working knowledge of NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills for presenting opinions and findings
Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient computer and iPad skills
Strong time management skills
Ability to apply critical thinking techniques to investigations
Willingness to travel overnight for cases when required
Must conduct all work with honesty, integrity, and ethical standards
Responsibilities:
Conduct high-complexity fire and explosion investigations, including documentation, photography, diagrams, interviews, burn pattern analysis, and evidence collection
Apply thorough knowledge of fire scene safety and potential hazards
Prepare accurate technical documentation to support findings and testimony
Collect, identify, and safeguard all evidence while maintaining chain of custody
Apply local, state, and federal statutes to ensure compliance with laws
Testify in legal proceedings as a certified technical expert in origin and cause
Compensation:
Competitive hourly pay based on experience (paid weekly)
Paid training, seminars, and courses to expand certifications and experience
Paid time off (5 paid holidays annually)
Paid expenses (tolls, mileage, meals, lodging)
Performance-based bonuses