Senior Technical Program Manager, Fire Investigator
Tualatin, Oregon, United States of America
Full Time
1 week ago
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Key skills
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About this role
Role Overview
Manages complex technical programs and investigations related to fire science, wildfire risk, ignition prevention, energy systems, data analytics, and other emerging technical initiatives.
Leads high-impact programs and investigations with enterprise-wide implications.
Develops or oversees program and project plans, including schedule and cost baselines, budget management, dependencies, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
Establishes governance structures and ensures compliance with established methodologies and standards.
Applies scientifically accepted fire investigation methodologies consistent with NWCG, NFPA, and industry best practices.
Leads comprehensive origin and cause investigations for fire incidents potentially involving company facilities or operations.
Prepares detailed investigation reports documenting findings, methodology, and supporting evidence.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Natural Resources, Business, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
Eight (8) or more years of experience in fire investigation, wildfire mitigation, utility operations, technical program management, engineering, or related technical field.
NWCG INVF – Wildland Fire Investigator certification.
FI-210 – Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination certification.
Preferred: NWCG INVL and FI-310 Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) or Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI).
Preferred: FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (or ability to obtain).
Preferred: PMP Certification.
Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE), where applicable.