Christopher Parrish
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
***********@*****.***
Cell: 765-***-****
Home: 260-***-****
Objective:
Seeking a position as an Adjuster where I may utilize my knowledge and educational background in investigations and problem solving along with my customer service and natural attention to detail and negotiation experience to conduct thorough claims investigations.
Education:
Trine University, Angola, IN
Graduation Date: May 9, 2009
Bachelor of Science with a major in Forensic Science
Minors in Criminal Justice and Chemistry
Work Experience:
Casalinova Investigations – (Mar 11 – Current)
• Senior Fire Investigator
• Exercise customer relations working closely with Insurance Claims Adjusters
• Investigation of fire losses, structural and vehicular
• Compilation of reports to be utilized in criminal and civil court proceedings
• Detailed fire scene documentation by photography, diagram, sketches, and video
ACS Investigative Services – (Nov 10 – Feb 11)
• Fire Investigator
• Exercise customer relations working closely with adjusters and homeowners in origin and cause determination.
Kodiak Enterprises – (April 07 – October 10)
• Fire Investigator/Lab Technician
• In charge of logging in, handling, and discard of all evidence
• Conduct small scale test burns
• Travel Nationally to assist in fire investigation
• Maintain lab equipment: organization and operation
Skills:
• Educated with Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic, Minors in Criminal Justice and Chemistry
• Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator
• Certified Private Investigator with State of Indiana.
• Accuracy and attention to details with great negotiation techniques
• Organization and prioritization skills
• Self-motivated, initiative, maintains a high level of energy
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Accurate and systematic approach to documentation of all details
Extracurricular Activities:
Active Member of Fire Department – (2004 to Present)
• Huntertown Fire Department (2009-Present), Angola Fire Department (2005-2009), Jefferson Township Fire Department (2004-Present)
Kappa Sigma Fraternity
• President and Vice President Positions
Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI)