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Polygraph Examiner


posted 05.04.2026


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locations

2627 S 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009

time type

Full time

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Posted 3 Days Ago

time left to apply

End Date: May 8, 2026 (3 days left to apply)

job requisition id

JR23329

Posting Date

05/01/26

Application Deadline

05/07/26

Pay Range

Min - Mid - Max
$35.00 - $42.25 - $49.50

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Sheriff

About the Position

Make a lasting impact on public safety: Join our Polygraph Examiner team!

In this role, you will administer polygraph examinations to determine applicant and employee honesty and integrity in accordance with Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) and Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office’s (MCSO) standards. The polygraph examinations provide an investigative tool for pre-employment and criminal investigations.

MCSO offers comprehensive training to equip you with the latest Polygraph techniques. Ensure the integrity of MCSO and contribute to a safer community. Join us today!

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community?  We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel.  The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety. 

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications:

Education

  • High school diploma or GED.

Experience

  • Two (2) years of experience with investigations and applied investigative interviewing or polygraph examinations. 

Combined education and experience qualifications

  • Post-secondary education may substitute for year for year of the required experience.

Other requirements

  • Must possess a Polygraph certification from an American Polygraph Association (APA) accredited school.
  • Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.
  • Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.
  • Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates successfully pass a polygraph examination and background investigation.

Our Preferred Candidate has

  • Polygraph experience in the field of law enforcement polygraph examinations.

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO:

  • Growth and stability since 1871
  • Exceptional work-life balance: 4/10 schedule based on business needs
  • Manageable workload
  • Opportunity for criminal polygraph examinations
  • Training opportunities with AZ Polygraph Association, American Polygraph Association, American Association of Police Polygraphists
  • Network with other case agencies
  • Choice of three medical plans – starting as low as $70/month
  • Holidays – 10/year + 1 personal day
  • Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System (Pension)
  • Paid sick and parental leaves (birth/adoption)
  • 30% discount at KinderCare daycare facilities in the Valley
  • MCKids Club daycare next to headquarters.  
  • Access to free County gyms
  • Learn more at Benefits Overview 

Essential Job Tasks

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

  • Reviews applications, background questionnaires and case reports. 
  • Conducts pre-examination interviews. 
  • Compiles and prepares the question format for polygraph examinations. 
  • Conducts polygraph examinations efficiently and timely. 
  • Conducts post-examination interrogation if necessary. 
  • Evaluates completed examination graphs and prepares reports. 
  • Research case law in reference to each respective examination. 
  • Operates, maintains, and calibrate the polygraph equipment. 
  • Participates in continuing education and training programs to maintain skills.
  • Provides courtroom testimony if required.
  • Performs other duties/tasks as assigned by the supervisor. 
  • Maintains good attendance to perform assigned tasks as scheduled/assigned by the supervisor.

Working Conditions

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. 

The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.
                                   

Work occurs primarily indoors working in MCSO facilities with various staff.

Work environment

  • Constantly Indoors
  • Rarely in dim or bright lights

Physical environment

  • Sitting
  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Speaking
  • Hearing
  • Seeing
  • Reading
  • Lifting floor to waist ten (10) pounds
  • Lifting waist to shoulder ten (10) pounds
  • Lifting shoulder to overhead ten (10) pounds
  • Carrying a weight of ten (10) pounds for a distance of 15 feet
  • Pushing/pulling a weight of ten (10) pounds for a distance of 15 feet

Social environment

  • Rarely interrupted
  • Under deadlines
  • Frequent time pressures to complete tasks
  • Frequently handling high volume of work
  • Rarely handling multiple, frequently changing, or unscheduled tasks
  • Accuracy
  • Attention to detail
  • Frequently making decisions
  • Constant concentration/vigilance
  • Working in a team environment
  • Rarely working in isolation
  • Constantly working in proximity with others
  • Constantly in contact with the public
  • Rarely working overtime/rotating shifts

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

  • Intermediate to advanced level - Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Psycho-physiological aspects of polygraph examination.
  • Polygraph techniques, polygraph chart analysis and interpretation, and mechanical and other technical aspects of polygraph examination.

Skill in

  • Applying strong attention to detail and nuance in reviewing information.
  • Using critical thinking and sound judgment.
  • Analyzing and reviewing tests accurately.

Ability to

  • Apply interviewing and interrogating techniques effectively.
  • Direct the work of others.
  • Communicate successfully in verbal and written formats.
  • Maintain composure and de-escalate stressful situations.
  • Handle sensitive information with tact and confidentiality.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.
 
All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation.  A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County.  These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

Minimum Education

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.  

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If you have what it takes, we have your career. For those with strength of character and commitment, MCSO provides excellent career opportunities.

As one of the nation’s largest law enforcement agencies, we offer our team members numerous career paths so they can pursue their professional interests for the life of their career and achieve the highest level of professional development.

posted 05.01.2026

The Company 

UG Solutions is a fast-moving, mission-driven private security company with global reach and a strong operational backbone. Headquartered in the greater Charlotte area, we operate in high-stakes environments and support government, humanitarian, and commercial clients. 

Role Description 

The Polygraph Examiner supports enhanced vetting and polygraph operations for a U.S. government-funded law enforcement capacity-building program. Working under the direction of the Lead Polygraph Examiner, this individual conducts vetting and polygraph examinations on candidates in accordance with NCCA-accredited standards and client requirements. Applicants for this position are subject to review and approval by the client prior to deployment. For examiners who do not possess French, Spanish, or Haitian Creole language abilities, UG Solutions will assign a qualified interpreter to support each examination. 

This role demands strong technical polygraph skills, professional composure in foreign operating environments, and a commitment to compliance and documentation integrity. The ideal candidate is an experienced examiner who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments and communicates clearly and professionally with examinees, interpreters, and client stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities 

Examination Execution 

  • Conduct Law Enforcement Pre-Employment Test (LEPET) polygraph examinations on candidates in accordance with NCCA-accredited standards and client requirements. 
  • Administer polygraph examinations effectively using simultaneous interpretation when the examinee does not speak English. 
  • Maintain professionalism and examiner neutrality throughout the examination process. 

Documentation & Reporting 

  • Document examination results, prepare required reports, and submit completed work product to the Lead Polygraph Examiner for quality review. 
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and chain of custody for all examination materials and results. 
  • Support after-action reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of vetting operations. 

Coordination & Conduct 

  • Coordinate daily with the Lead Polygraph Examiner, interpreters, and host nation points of contact to ensure examinations are scheduled, completed, and reported on time. 
  • Represent UG Solutions and the client in a manner consistent with the UG Code of Conduct in all interactions with host nation officials. 
  • Escalate issues, delays, or concerns to the Lead Polygraph Examiner promptly. 

Required Qualifications 

  • Graduate of an accredited professional polygraph and vetting training program, such as the American Polygraph Association (APA), the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA), or a similar recognized institution. 
  • Minimum four (4) years of experience with international polygraph programs, including coordinating, assessing, conducting, and managing successful polygraph operations in an international setting.  
  • Documented completion of a minimum of 200 NCCA-accredited Law Enforcement Pre-Employment Test (LEPET) polygraph examinations. 
  • Demonstrated experience conducting polygraph examinations using simultaneous interpretation. 
  • Fluent in spoken and written English. 
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. 
  • No negative prior experience working with the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs or comparable government entities, and never removed from any U.S. government mission or civilian policing activity. 
  • U.S. citizen, with the ability to obtain and maintain the security clearance level required by the contract. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Proficiency in French, Spanish, or other regionally relevant languages. UG Solutions strongly prefers that at least one member of each deployment team possesses language abilities relevant to the host nation. 
  • Prior experience supporting U.S. Department of State, Department of Defense, or Department of Justice vetting programs. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. 


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posted 4.2.2026


Polygraph Examiner (Civilian)
Resumes Accepted: 04/02/26 - CONTINUOUS
Starting Salary: $54,570-$118,000 (negotiable based on experience)
Hours: Tuesday - Friday 7:00am-5:00pm
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Conduct polygraph examinations for pre-employment screening and criminal
investigations in accordance with federal, state, and departmental guidelines.
Prepare detailed reports of examination results and findings.
Collaborate with investigators, HR personnel, and legal teams to support case
development.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information.
Stay current with developments in polygraph technology and best practices.
Testify in administrative or legal proceedings when required.
Adaptable to agency needs when not performing polygraph examinations to include
other types of tasks/assignments.
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Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements:
• Proof of five (5) years investigative experience in law enforcement (including
interrogation and interview) and a high school diploma.
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Associate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Proficiency in established and current polygraph criminal and pre-employment testing
techniques.
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Experience with Directed Lie Screen Testing (DLST) (preferred)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
Strong understanding of forensic interviewing techniques, physiological data analysis
Adherence to legal and professional standards
Must be 18 years old, or older
Must be a US Citizen or possess a current permanent resident card
Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License or state issued ID card
Must possess a Social Security Card
Must not have been convicted of a felony
Must not have used illegal drugs in the last 12 months
Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces
Must be able to speak, write and understand the English language
Required Certifications and/or Qualifications:
• Examiners shall have graduated from an American Polygraph Association (APA)
Accredited School

• Examiners shall complete a minimum of 30 continuing education hours every two (2)
years in the field of Polygraph or as recommended by APA guidelines
Physical Demands:
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Ability to perform general typing assignments
Occasionally lift and or move up to 20 pounds
Able to communicate in clear speech
Have vision and hearing within normal standards
Annual Compensation:
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits; As an employee you do not pay a premium for
yourself or any covered dependents for these benefits. This is paid by the agency 100%.
Life Insurance
EAP access (counseling and support services)
3 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave and 100 hours personal leave annually
Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), with agency contributions annually
Access to a free medical clinic for acute care needs with a primary care provider to
include annual physicals, office visits, lab work, and many generic medications through
the Employee Benefits Plan for you and your dependents.
Educational Program for approved majors
Uniforms provided
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Application Processing Required:
All candidates must pass the following tests to be eligible for employment:
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Interview
Polygraph
Background Investigation
Medical exam and drug screen (after conditional job offer)
Resumes Accepted by:
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Email – ApplyLCSO@sheriffleefl.org
In Person – LCSO Headquarters, 14750 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL
33912 (Insert in the black drop box located outside of the front lobby)
• Mail to – Attn: Human Resources, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 14750 Six Mile Cypress
Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We proudly recognize Veterans’ Preference and are committed to a drug-free workplace.
Service members, veterans and the spouse and family members of such, may be entitled to preference,
priority and waivers for postsecondary educational requirements and are encouraged to apply.

All conditions of this posting are subject to the Sheriff’s discretion.