Recommend, coordinate and manage Origin and Cause vendors
Handle a caseload of complex, high exposure property and general liability claims
Analyze and evaluate data
Vet and maintain approved expert vendor list
Vendor budget management
Oversee fire investigations
Attend scene and/or lab exams as necessary
Report and analyze industry and claim trends
Prepare comprehensive reports and deliver presentations to senior claim leadership
Strategic advisement to business partners
Contribute to broader claim and enterprise goals by participating in audits, projects and product development initiatives
Educate stakeholders and ensure collaboration with multiple lines of business
Effectively train, coach and develop staff to enable optimal job performance/achievement of individual goals

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience investigating fires and explosions
Certification: IAAI-CFI or NAFI-CFEI required
College: Fire Science Degree or equivalent Fire Service or Law Enforcement experience
Experience investigating fire claims for insurance companies required
Demonstrates a knowledge of NFPA 921 & NFPA 1033
Demonstrates a knowledge of Fire Science and Fire Behavior
Demonstrates a knowledge of Fire Suppression & Fire Scene Incident Command
Experience with litigation strategies
Strong Communication skills: written, oral, presentation
Experience in training/instruction of staff
Computer skills in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote) and the utilization of the internet
Strong abilities to foster teamwork, build relationships and partner with internal & external customers
Strong court testimony skills
Demonstrates a consistent high level of performance and achievement over career span.

SIU Fire Consultant

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