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Fire Investigator

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Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

Occupation Description : Conduct investigations to determine causes of fires and explosions.

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What Do Fire Investigators Do On a Daily Basis?

  • Swear out warrants, and arrest and process suspected arsonists.
  • Teach fire investigation techniques to other firefighter personnel.
  • Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.
  • Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.
  • Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.
  • Instruct children about the dangers of fire.

Skills Required

These are the skills Fire Investigators say are the most useful in their careers :

  • Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Complex Problem Solving : Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Types of Fire Investigators

  • Fire Marshal
  • State Fire Marshal
  • In 2016, there was an estimated number of 12,300 jobs in the United States for Fire Investigators. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 7.3% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 900 new jobs for Fire Investigators by 2026.

    What is the Average Salary of a Fire Investigator?

    The average yearly salary of a Fire Investigator ranges between $36,400 and $95,330.

    Fire Investigators who work in California, Oregon, or District of Columbia make the highest salaries.

    How to Become a Fire Investigator

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