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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYThe Department of Public Safety's mission is to provide public safety to the state of Arizona. Visit our website at www.azdps.govPOLYGRAPH EXAMINER (UNC)Salary: $75,120.86 - $100,049.87The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Polygraph Examiner who will administer polygraph examinations for employment screening, internal investigations, and criminal cases. Performs related duties as assigned. This position is uncovered; the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.Minimum QualificationRequires successful completion of a polygraph school certified by the American Polygraph Association and three (3) years of experience in criminal investigations or polygraph administration.WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Office setting. May be required to move up to 55 pounds for distances up to 10 feet.Pre-Employment RequirementsApplicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).BenefitsAccrued vacation pay and sick days10 paid holidays per yearDeferred compensation planTop-ranked retirement plansAffordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plansEmployee Assistance, Peer and Family Support ProgramsBus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.RetirementState employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.Contact UsThe State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETYThe Department of Public Safety's mission is to provide public safety to the state of Arizona. Visit our website at www.azdps.govPOLYGRAPH EXAMINER (UNC)Salary: $75,120.86 - $100,049.87The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Polygraph Examiner who will administer polygraph examinations for employment screening, internal investigations, and criminal cases. Performs related duties as assigned. This position is uncovered; the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.Minimum QualificationRequires successful completion of a polygraph school certified by the American Polygraph Association and three (3) years of experience in criminal investigations or polygraph administration.WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Office setting. May be required to move up to 55 pounds for distances up to 10 feet.Pre-Employment RequirementsApplicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).BenefitsAccrued vacation pay and sick days10 paid holidays per yearDeferred compensation planTop-ranked retirement plansAffordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plansEmployee Assistance, Peer and Family Support ProgramsBus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.RetirementState employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.Contact UsThe State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 223-2290. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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