Fire Investigator I

Salary Recruitment Range: $46,817 - $55,000Salary Grade: NC13This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workday. The NC Department of Insurance trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.Mission of the Department of Insurance:To promote a stable insurance market through unbiased regulation and to protect the lives and property of every citizen in all 100 counties while fostering superior, user-friendly service, courtesy, and respect.Primary Purpose of the Position:Fire investigators with the Office of State Fire Marshal will respond to incidents involving fires (i.e., structures, vehicle, brush), explosions, hazardous materials, civil disorders, special hazards posed by utilities and hazardous conditions across the state to provide support and investigative assistance upon request to local jurisdictions in determining origin, cause, and the circumstances of the incident. OSFM's priority will be supporting jurisdictions with the cause and origin of fires resulting in fatalities, large dollar loss fires and or explosions. Fire investigators will also work closely with other local, state, and federal agencies, as well as be required to testify in a court of law involving criminal or civil cases relating to their investigations. Investigators will be expected to use the data collected during their investigation to assist in preventing fires from occurring, as well as planning, developing, and presenting material related to fire prevention efforts. Additionally, fire investigators will assist in training and other programs for agencies involved in fire investigations. This position shall also serve as a member of the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) and other duties deemed necessary by his or her immediate supervisor.Incentives of NC State Employment:We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include:• 12 Annual paid Holidays• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC• Supplemental Benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental and Vision• NC State Retirement (TSERS)• WeSave Employee DiscountsLearn more about new hire resources, safety, health, and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by selecting the link below: https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits.• Knowledge of the techniques, practices, and use of modern technology in conducting and Origin and Cause Investigation.• Working knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws and NC General Statues relevant to Fire Investigations.• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, local volunteer fire/rescue squads, municipal fire departments, professional organizations, Law Enforcement agencies, and the public.• Ability to react under hazardous conditions created by practical demonstrations of fire and rescue training procedures.• Basic knowledge of scheduling, preparing and / or delivering educational sessions related to fire investigations and / or prevention methods. State of Fire & Rescue Investigator Current Job Code 32000967 North Carolina Mo/Year 03/2022.• Note This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to identify essential functions per ADA.• Ability to communicate effectively using various forms of communications.Associate degree in fire science or criminal justice or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive experience conducting and training in fire investigations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must possess NC or IAAI Certified Fire Investigator or IAAI FIT certification. NOTE: IAAI = International Association of Arson InvestigatorsManagement Preferences/Special Qualification:Must be NC or IAAI Certified Fire Investigator or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of appointment and a valid North Carolina driver's license.For consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using the “APPLY” button above. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for the consideration. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript.Academic Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions and will be verified. If you are selected for a position at DOI/IC, your academic credentials will be verified.To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State Application. Any information omitted from your application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.The Department of Insurance/Industrial Commission may conduct criminal history checks of all job applicants recommended for employment. Failure to accurately acknowledge information on criminal convictions on the state application form will be grounds for non-consideration of applications, disciplinary action, and possible criminal prosecution.The Department of Insurance/Industrial Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and uses the merit-based recruitment and selection plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified individuals.• **INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE DESIGNATED EDUCATION AND WORK HISTORY SECTION ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION***• **Applications with "see attached" or resumes in lieu of completed education and work experience on the formal application will be deemed incomplete and will not be eligible for consideration for the vacancy***Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference under N.C.G.S .126 must submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. This information may be attached to the online application or be faxed on or before the closing date.Applicants may check the status of their application for a vacancy at any time by logging in to the government jobs system using the above link. Once the applicant has logged in, the status of each submitted application is documented next to each vacancy for which they have applied.