Alexandria Police Civilian Polygraph Examiner

Are you a certified polygraph examiner with a passion for upholding integrity and accuracy? Join our department and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization. As part of a dedicated team, you will conduct thorough polygraph examinations in accordance with ethical and legal standards. This role will provide expert assessments to support departmental decision-making processes and collaborate with team members to enhance transparency and trust within our organization. Provide professional evaluations and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information while upholding our core values. The incumbent will contribute to building the foundation of excellence and innovation for the department's future.

As a polygraph examiner within our team, you will play an essential part in upholding our department’s commitment to high standards and public trust where your contributions will directly impact on the growth and success of the department.

What You Should Bring

Our ideal candidate will be certified as a polygraph examiner, meeting standards set by the American Association of Police Polygraphists (AAPP), the American Polygraph Association (APA) and the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations (DPOR). Have exceptional interpersonal skills, clear and professional communication, with a strong commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical practices. They will have the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. And have the confidence to have your work evaluated and the ability to incorporate constructive feedback effectively. Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of professional integrity. These qualifications will demonstrate your readiness to contribute to our mission and excel in this critical role.

The Opportunity – Examples of Work

• Conducts pre-examination interviews and criminal investigations, administer polygraph examinations to persons in connection with internal investigations or pre-employment selection procedures for City public safety departments.
• Consults, reviews, and evaluates case facts or background information packets before each examination.
• Writes comprehensive reports on polygraph examinations conducted and maintains confidential files. Schedules for polygraph examinations.
• Calibrates polygraph instrument and maintains calibrator records; Maintains polygraph instrument in good operating condition.
• Attends training seminars to keep abreast of trends and techniques in polygraph examinations.
• Provides supervision and training to new polygraph examiners, during 6–10-month internship.
• Archives, labels, and stores polygraph exams; Keeps equipment in good working order and ensures compliance with all security and confidentiality concerns.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of polygraph examination; thorough knowledge of the psychological and physiological aspects of polygraph; thorough knowledge of the value and limitations of polygraph results; thorough knowledge of polygraph techniques, chart analysis and interpretations; thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations related to administration of polygraph; ability to maintain confidentiality and security of examinations; thorough knowledge of interview and interrogation techniques; ability to conduct, analyze and draw conclusions from polygraph examinations; ability to establish, maintain and adjust polygraph schedules; ability to collect, assemble, review and maintain information; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with superiors, co-workers, and subjects; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; good knowledge of the applicable State laws and standards governing the administering of polygraph examinations; and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

About the Department

The City of Alexandria Police Department is a nationally recognized and accredited law enforcement agency. This agency consists of a group of talented professionals who are dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for our residents, merchants, and visitors. We are a diverse organization, reflecting Alexandria’s various cultures and offering many different career and promotional opportunities.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

Two-Year College degree; graduation from an accredited polygraph school approved or recognized by the American Polygraph Association; successful completion of a polygraph internship recognized by the VA Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (VA DPOR); three years of polygraph examination experience, preferably in law enforcement; three years of law enforcement investigative experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be a fully licensed Polygraph Examiner in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications

Notes

• Polygraph
• Drug Screen
• Criminal Background Checks (local and federal)

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.