POLYGRAPH EXAMINER (UNC)

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ
•$75,121 - $100,050

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Polygraph Examiner to administer polygraph examinations for employment screening, internal investigations, and criminal cases. The position also performs related duties as assigned. It is uncovered, and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety. The job is performed in an office setting. The employee may be required to move up to 55 pounds for distances up to 10 feet. Applicants must complete an examination process; successful applicants are subject to a polygraph, background investigation, and pre-employment drug testing. Newly hired State employees must successfully complete E-Verify. Driver’s license requirements apply if driving or vehicle use is an essential job function for State business. The Arizona Department of Public Safety offers a benefits package to benefit-eligible employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona. State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System and the Long-Term Disability program after a 27-week waiting period.

Requirements

  • Successfully complete a polygraph school certified by the American Polygraph Association.
  • Have three years of experience in criminal investigations or polygraph administration.
  • Complete the examination process, including a polygraph and background investigation for successful applicants.
  • Pass pre-employment drug testing.
  • Successfully complete E-Verify as a newly hired State employee.
  • Meet driver’s license requirements if driving or vehicle use is an essential function of the job for State business.

Responsibilities

  • Administer polygraph examinations for employment screening, internal investigations, and criminal cases.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Accrued vacation pay and sick days
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • Deferred compensation plan
  • Top-ranked retirement plans
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance plans
  • Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
  • Bus cards partially subsidized by the State
  • Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
  • Arizona State Retirement System defined benefit plan providing lifelong income upon retirement
  • Long-Term Disability program
  • Voluntary deferred compensation program with tax-deferred retirement investments
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