Polygraph Examiner

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Polygraph Examiner who will administer polygraph examinations for employment screening, internal investigations, and criminal cases. Performs related duties as assigned. This position is uncovered; the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.  Application period may close without notice.

1.    Administers polygraph screening tests to employment applicants of the Department and other law enforcement agencies.

2.    Reads and interprets polygraph chart responses to determine the results of polygraph examinations as to the truth or deception of the information provided.

3.    Prepares polygraph reports to summarize results of polygraph examinations.

4.    Formulates questions to be asked during the polygraph examination regarding criminal cases, internal investigations, and employment screening to ensure that pertinent information will be addressed.

5.    Supervises the work and training of part-time examiners to include monitoring and scheduling types of tests; quality controlling examinations to render appropriate decisions and recommendations; and reviewing and approving polygraph reports, charts, notes and preparation documents.

6.    Remains current on job-specific issues through meetings, classes, conferences, and publications.

7.    Communicates with law enforcement agencies throughout the state to provide assistance in the investigation of criminal cases.

8.    Evaluates all incoming requests for polygraph services to determine scheduling feasibility.

9.    Administers polygraph examinations to crime suspects and victims of/witnesses to crimes to verify statements and affidavits relating to a criminal case or internal investigation.

10.    Reviews and updates policies and procedures applicable to unit.

11.    Defends and explains polygraph office competence, procedures, opinions, and techniques to various levels of authority.

12.    Prepares monthly and quarterly statistical reports.

13.    Provides expert testimony in court to explain polygraph examination results for criminal cases.

14.    Maintains polygraph instrument by cleaning, repairing, or replacing parts to ensure the proper function of components.

15.    Reviews polygraph examinations administered by non-departmental examiners for quality control purposes, upon request.


Knowledge of:
1. polygraph techniques.

2. modern office practices, procedures and equipment required to perform functions in an efficient manner.

3. internal organs of the body in relation to various types of tracings recorded and causes of responses at times of emotional stress.

4. applied psychology and physiology relevant to polygraph testing.

5. constitutional rights of persons regarding confessions.

6. the working components of a polygraph instrument.

7. criminal investigative procedures.

Skill in:
1. the use of a polygraph instrument.

2. oral and written communication relating to the preparation of polygraph reports.

Ability to:
1. read and interpret polygraph chart responses.

2. maintain confidentiality and security of records.

3. conduct thorough interrogations and/or interviews regarding criminal matters.

4. establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during of assignment.

5. establish rapport with the polygraph examinee.

6. determine and extract pertinent information from police reports and case information.


Requires successful completion of a polygraph school certified by the American Polygraph Association and three (3) years of experience in criminal investigations or polygraph administration.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Office setting.
May be required to move up to 55 pounds for distances up to 10 feet.

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Salary : $75,121 - $100,050