POLYGRAPH EXAMINER 2240

JOB
ANNUAL SALARY$112,710 to $125,634; $142,631 to $158,980; $114,380 to $167,207; and $131,397 to $192,137NOTES: Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.The salary range covers multiple pay grades within the class. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.DUTIESPolygraph Examiners administer polygraph examinations to police candidates, sworn and civilian employees seeking assignments to specialized units, and suspects or witnesses in criminal investigations using computerized polygraph instruments; and, as appropriate, interview and interrogate suspects, victims, witnesses and other persons involved in City related investigations; prepare written reports in order to document polygraph examination questions and results, and testify in court as an expert witness.NOTES: All entry-level positions in this class have been designated as temporary training positions in accordance with Civil Service Rule 5.30. Employment in such positions is not to exceed twelve (12) months, during which the trainee must successfully complete a comprehensive training program consisting of both classroom and on-the-job training. Upon completion of the training program, employees will receive regular appointments to the class of Polygraph Examiner and begin a six-month probationary period.Candidates may be subject to working evening, weekend, and holiday shifts on an on-call basis.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Graduation from an approved Polygraph school accredited by the American Polygraph Association or completion of a U.S. Government Polygraph Training Program; andCompletion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university.PROCESS NOTESApplicants filing under Requirement No.1 must submit proof of qualifying degree or successful completion of a U.S. Government Polygraph Training Program at the time of filing. The copy of the qualifying degree or training certification must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the qualifying degree or training certification is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted it.As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required. Applicants will be disqualified and candidates will not be eligible for hire if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI) or DWI in any state or jurisdiction. Notice of disqualification or ineligibility for hire may be issued by the City of Los Angeles at any time before a final job offer is extended.For Internal Use Only: Licensing verification will occur at the time of filing.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying coursework. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their transcripts to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.Prior law enforcement experience is desired but not required.Applicants who have the ability to speak a language other than English should indicate this in the appropriate box on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
After meeting minimum qualifications, candidates will be scheduled for the following: Examination Weight: Assessment of Training and Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100%The examination for Polygraph Examiner will consist entirely of a Training and Experience Questionnaire. In the Training and Experience Questionnaire, the following competencies may be evaluated: Analytical Ability, Attention To Detail, Stress Tolerance, Interpersonal Skills, Written Communication, and Job Knowledge to include: principles of polygraph administration and procedure; interrogation techniques; analysis and interpretation of data; and other necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.Candidates’ Training and Experience Questionnaire will be administered on-line. Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps on how to complete the on-line Training and Experience Questionnaire. Candidates who fail to complete the on-line Training and Experience Questionnaire as instructed may be disqualified. The candidate’s responses to the Polygraph Examiner Training and Experience Questionnaire and job application information will be submitted to an expert review panel for evaluation. The expert review panel will assign a numeric score to each candidate based on an assessment of each candidate’s qualifications, as described on the Training and Experience Questionnaire. Unsolicited supplemental information will not be submitted to the review panel.Additional information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfmand clicking on Competencies under Polygraph Examiner.NOTES: This examination is based on a content validation study.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf.Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.In bilingually authorized positions, persons certified as being qualified by the Personnel Department shall receive a premium per their MOU.A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.A candidate may take this examination once a year (365 days). Names may be removed from the open competitive eligible list after 180 days.Notice: If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVENONLY ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASISThe City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.