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J.S. Held is a global consulting firm providing technical, scientific, and financial expertise across all assets and value at risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high-stakes events demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. We have over 100 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.

Job Description

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 consulting services to the construction, government, healthcare, industrial, insurance, energy, legal, and technology, communities. We have diverse practice areas including Construction Advisory, Financial Investigations, Forensic Accounting & Economics, Forensic Architecture & Engineering, Surety, Environmental Health & Safety, Equipment, Toxicology, and Building & Property Consulting, among other disciplines.  J.S. Held is devoted to recruiting and cultivating top industry talent to build a collaborative and diverse team of experts. We leverage our experience to provide local, cost-efficient solutions and an unrivaled client experience. We embrace diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

Our mission is to serve as trusted, expert advisors to organizations around the world facing high-stakes situations that demand urgent attention, exceptional knowledge, staunch integrity and objective, clear-cut analysis and advice.

Some of the Benefits We Have IncludeJ.S. Held understands all of our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees 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 nondiscriminatory 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, 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 J.S. Held LLC employees’ ability 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 required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

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

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