Polygraph Examiner, US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations, Washington, DC
Polygraph Examiner
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Summary
Polygraph Examiners assess the credibility of individuals as part of the personnel security process, determine eligibility for access to classified information, and interpret physiological data.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
10/01/2023 to 09/30/2024
* Salary
$65,495 - $122,459 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 7 - 12
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
* Washington DC, DC
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
* Appointment type
Permanent -
* Work schedule
Full-time -
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
None
* Job family (Series)
0080 Security Administration
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
* Drug test
Yes
* Announcement number
24-12186###-####/SEHD
* Control number
757422900
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This job is open to
* Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
* Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Duties
As a Polygraph Examiner for CIA, you will assess the credibility of individuals in support of CIA's mission. Your career at CIA as a Polygraph Examiner begins with a four-year tour of duty primarily located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. You must be a federally certified polygraph examiner or be willing and able to complete CIA's Polygraph Examiner Program which provides training and certification to meet this requirement. Upon successful completion of the federal Polygraph Examiner Program, you will receive Polygraph Premium Pay, a significant addition to your base salary. After your initial four-year tour, you may express interest for additional polygraph tours to hone your expertise or seek new skills through other opportunities in the Office of Security.
Polygraph examiners typically conduct two polygraph sessions per day and must work an alternate work schedule comprised of one week of 9-hour days and a second week with three 9- hour days, an 8-hour day, and Friday of that week off. This is known as a 5/4-9 schedule and results in a three-day weekend every other week. This schedule can make for a fast paced, demanding, and, at times, unrelenting job, but the challenge is worth it.
Domestic and foreign travel opportunities may be available after a proven record of performance.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
* You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
* You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
* You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
* You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
* You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Analytic skills
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a broad cross-section of society, sometimes under stressful conditions
* Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
* Confidence to have your work scrutinized and the grace to accept feedback
* High levels of trustworthiness, tenacity, professional and personal integrity, and loyalty to the United States
* Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Desired Qualifications
* Professional experience or training/certification in interviewing, investigation or elicitation
* Current or previously qualified federal polygraph examiner certification
* Knowledge of counterintelligence arena
* Experience working with Intelligence Community Directive 704
Education
* Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields:
* Biology
* Criminal Justice
* Education
* Forensic Psychology
* Forensic Science
* Psychology
* At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred, but exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
* How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
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Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
* Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Financial suitability
* Selective Service
* New employee probationary period
* Signature and false statements
* Privacy Act
* Social security number request
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Required Documents
For further information, please visit:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
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Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Financial suitability
* Selective Service
* New employee probationary period
* Signature and false statements
* Privacy Act
* Social security number request
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
10/01/2023 to 09/30/2024
* Salary
$65,495 - $122,459 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 7 - 12
* Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
* Washington DC, DC
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
* Appointment type
Permanent -
* Work schedule
Full-time -
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
None
* Job family (Series)
0080 Security Administration
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
* Drug test
Yes
* Announcement number
24-12186###-####/SEHD
* Control number
757422900
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/757422900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.