TBI Hiring Fire Investigations Agent for Nashville Region
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is accepting applications through July 7 for a fire investigations agent covering Nashville and two neighboring counties, with a salary range up to $9,005 per month.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced a job opening Wednesday for a Special Agent Criminal Investigator focused on fire investigations, with the position covering Davidson, Rutherford, and Sumner Counties.
The agency is accepting applications for the role from July 1 through July 7, 2026, a five-business-day window. The single vacancy is based out of TBI Headquarters and falls under the Criminal Investigation Division’s Fire Investigations unit.
What the Job Entails
The selected agent will conduct criminal investigations, process crime scenes, and build prosecutable cases against individuals who violate state and federal laws, according to the TBI Newsroom announcement. Duties include conducting interviews, arresting suspects, and operating surveillance equipment.
The agent will also maintain contact with law enforcement agencies and witnesses to gather intelligence, the announcement stated. Investigative reports prepared by the agent will be submitted to the District Attorney General’s Office and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for use in prosecutions.
Pay and Qualifications
The position carries a monthly salary range of $5,647 to $9,005. Candidates may qualify for pay above the base minimum through two incentive categories: a 5% increase for holding a graduate degree or relevant certification, and up to 10% additional pay based on investigative law enforcement experience, calculated at 2% per year.
The minimum educational requirement is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. The TBI did not specify additional experience requirements beyond the degree in the posted listing.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the Tennessee Department of Human Resources careers portal at tn.gov/careers.html by searching for job opening number 78892. The application period runs through July 7, 2026.
Those seeking additional information about the position can contact the TBI Human Resources Unit directly by email at TBI.HR@tbi.tn.gov.
