POLYGRAPH EXAMINER

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to ANSWER ALL SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected.

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.

 

➢ The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process.

➢ Clearly describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.

➢ Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write "N/A".

➢ Although you may attach a resume to further describe your qualification, it does not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write "see resume" in your work history or responses to supplemental questions.

➢ Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification.

➢ Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

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MSP Polygraph Unit

Barrack "P" Glen Burnie Barrack

6800 Aviation Boulevard

Glen Burnie, MD 21061

The position conducts pre-employment polygraph examinations for sworn and civilian applicants of the Maryland State Police and allied agencies throughout Maryland in accordance with the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission mandate requiring police applicants to undergo pre-employment truth verification testing. The position conducts polygraph examinations for sensitive internal investigations and criminal investigations for the Maryland State Police and allied agencies and post conviction polygraph examinations on sexual offenders who are on parole or probation under the supervision of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The position prepares written reports of polygraph test results and testifies as an expert witness in courts of law regarding polygraph related issues.

The position conducts pre-employment polygraph examinations for sworn and civilian applicants of the Maryland State Police (MSP) and allied agencies throughout Maryland in accordance with the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commission mandate requiring police applicants to undergo pre-employment truth verification testing. The position also conducts polygraph examinations for criminal investigations, sensitive internal investigations for MSP and allied agencies, and post-conviction polygraph examinations on sexual offenders under the supervision of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

Administers computerized lifestyle pre-employment, criminal and internal investigation polygraph examinations for the Maryland State Police and allied agencies in accordance with the American Polygraph Association and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.

Conducts post conviction polygraph examinations on sexual offenders who are on parole or probation under the supervision of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

Reviews criminal investigation files and reports to determine whether investigative information in criminal cases meets the standard for administering a polygraph examination. Provides guidance for investigators.

Performs polygraph pre-test interviews during which the examinee is provided an explanation of the anatomy and physiology aspects of polygraph testing.

Properly attaches polygraph components on an examinee's body so that data collected during the examination can be analyzed appropriately and an opinion rendered.

Formulates and reviews appropriate polygraph test questions with the examinee.

Collects polygraph charts during the in test phase of the examination.

Interprets, analyzes and evaluates polygraph charts.

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer or supervisor

Experience: Five years of experience, three years of experience in criminal investigative work with a recognized law enforcement agency, including one year of experience administering Polygraph examinations and two years of additional experience in professional work in law enforcement.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of experience in criminal investigative work with a recognized law enforcement agency, including one year of experience administering Polygraph examinations for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a graduate degree from an accredited college or university for one of the three years of the required general criminal investigative experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Law Enforcement classifications or Criminal Investigator or Special Agent specialty codes in the Counter Intelligence or Special Investigations field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Certified to administer post-conviction sex offender polygraph examinations

2. Three years of experience administering polygraph examinations

3. Five years of investigative experience with a recognized law enforcement agency

1. Employees in this classification are required to meet mandatory standards for continuing education every two years, as determined by the American Polygraph Association. Employees who fail to obtain the required continuing education credits shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

1. Applicants for this classification with the Maryland State Police or the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services will be subject to a complete criminal background investigation and polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the applicant.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hour basis and must provide a telephone or pager number where they can be reached.

3. Employees in this classification must have access to an automobile for use on official business in the event a State vehicle cannot be provided. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

The selection process for this recruitment will involve a rating of the training and experience provided on the application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list in the BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, and QUALIFIED categories. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select the individual to fill this vacancy. The list will be valid for one year.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.

*If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410-653-4329.

*TTY Users: Call Maryland Relay

*We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply

*As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity

*Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland State Police

Human Resources Division

1201 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville, MD 21208

ATTN: William Boniarski

william.boniarski@maryland.gov

It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.