Job Description
Job Description To serve as a civilian employee of the Indiana State Police (ISP) whose primary responsibility is to support the laboratory's responsibilities in polygraph examinations and associated court presentation of routine and non-routine cases of varied complexity and difficulty under general supervision. ***STARTING SALARY MAY BE ADJUSTED FOR EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING******FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES, ESTABLISHED SALARY RULES APPLY*** Current department employees should review Civilian Rule 2 (Salary, Pension, and Benefits).
Job Duties - Conduct polygraph examinations and interpret results.
- Acquire and maintain analytical proficiency in polygraph examinations.
- Communicate findings of examinations to various elements in the criminal justice system including court testimony as an expert witness.
- Maintain effective communication with the scientific and criminal justice communities and Department personnel.
- Satisfactory completion of an ISP recognized polygraph examination training/testing program and competency testing.
- Conduct polygraph examinations for investigative purposes.
- Conduct polygraph examinations for pre-employment purposes of ISP and other state government agencies as required.
- Conduct periodic administrative polygraph examinations as required.
- Work under the direction of forensic supervisor including the review of records.
- Maintain the polygraph equipment in good working order.
- Communicate analytical procedures, methodology, policies, and conclusions to various elements in the criminal justice system including court testimony as an expert witness.
- Participate in a proficiency testing program.
- Participate in continuing education and training programs in specialized and general forensic science areas.
- Maintain records of polygraph examinations in a secure manner and complete reports per Polygraph Procedure Manual and Laboratory policies.
- Comply with Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Laboratory policies.
- Perform other duties as required.
Job Qualifications - Baccalaureate degree or higher required.
- Natural science, forensic science, and/or criminal justice classes are desired.
- Experience working criminal investigations desired.
- Completion of an interview/interrogation course desired.
- Basic knowledge of polygraph examination techniques desired.
- Basic knowledge of theory and practical operation of polygraph instrumentation desired.
- Ability to perform complex scientific procedures in an unbiased manner following the Polygraph Procedure Manual.
- Ability to comprehend, demonstrate, and explain knowledge of theory and practical operation of various polygraph instruments and analytical techniques.
- Ability to effectively operate various computer systems and software.
- Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Ability to adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to testify as an expert witness in an objective, unbiased, and professional manner.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles.
- Ability to attend training at alternate locations for extended periods of time.
The successful candidate must submit to and successfully pass an initial, subsequent and periodic, security-related Departmental polygraph and psychological examinations. Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.
- A retirement program is available through Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS)
- Life Insurance coverage is available through American United Life at nominal rates.
- Group Hospitalization with medical insurance is available to those who desire this type of protection, with a portion of the premium paid by the State of Indiana.
- Employees receive 12 work days annual vacation leave with pay. Additional days are granted after 5, 10, and 20 years of service to a maximum of 25 days annually.
01 Have you used an illegal drug (other than marijuana), or abused an illegal drug within 5 years of this job vacancy announcement?
02 Have you used Adderall without a prescription within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
03 Have you used marijuana within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
04 Are you currently certified, registered, or licensed in any profession in Indiana? If yes, please attach a copy of your certification to the application.
05 Have you been discharged by any employer for reasons other than downsizing or layoff?
06 Do you have work experience using Microsoft Excel?
- No
- Yes - Beginner Level
- Yes - Intermediate Level
- Yes - Advanced Level
07 Do you have work experience using Microsoft Outlook?
- No
- Yes - Beginner Level
- Yes - Intermediate Level
- Yes - Advanced Level
08 Do you have work experience using Microsoft Word?
- No
- Yes - Beginner Level
- Yes - Intermediate Level
- Yes - Advanced Level
09 Using the space provided, please explain how your experience, education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities have prepared you for this position. (Do not state: "See Resume") *If applying for a Forensic Scientist position, please state relevant coursework and/or any previous laboratory experience. *If applying for a Maintenance or Automotive Mechanic position, please state all relevant experience (i.e. cabinetry, masonry, plumbing, oil changes, transmissions, etc.)
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