U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Investigative Program Specialist (POLYGRAPH EXAMINER)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Investigative Program Specialist (Polygraph Examiner) position pays $96,147.00/yr – $148,633.00/yr (GS-12 to GS-13). Salary reflects locality pay and may vary by duty location. Locations include Tucson, AZ; Yuma, AZ; Aliso Viejo, CA; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Indianapolis, IN; Portland, ME; Minneapolis, MN; Newark, NJ; Valley Stream (JFK), NY; Dallas, TX; McAllen, TX; San Antonio, TX; Seattle, WA.
Summary Position located with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Professional Responsibility, Credibility Assessment Division. The Investigative Program Specialist applies a full range of polygraph investigative methodologies to resolve and complete administrative, civil, counterintelligence, and criminal investigations by detecting deception, collecting sworn statements, vetting critical information, and exonerating the falsely accused.
Duties
Conduct conducting all types of polygraph examinations in support of Federal, State, and local agencies as directed by management.
Coordinate, plan, and administer polygraph examinations.
Conduct pre‑test interviews of individuals to determine willingness and capability to submit to examination.
Evaluate physical and psychological suitability for testing to determine whether to conduct examination.
Prepare accurate, concise, logical, comprehensive, and objective reports of investigations to be used in legal venues, potentially including testifying in court on rare occasions.
Conduct extended testing to resolve undecided issues, confirm admissions, or locate evidence as necessary.
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
All pre‑employment processes will be conducted in English.
You may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph.
CBP follows the DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
As a CBP employee you will be required to adhere to ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees and to CBP employees specifically.
Financial disclosure is required.
Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under the bargaining unit.
CBP uses E‑Verify, an internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
Qualifications
All Polygraph Examiners hired must be certified by the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA) by attending the Basic Federal Polygraph Training Program.
Individuals who are not currently certified through an official designation of the NCCA must submit transcripts to establish eligibility to attend the NCCA training program.
Certified and establishing eligibility based on prior official designation of the NCCA must provide certificate and meet specialized experience listed below.
Experience: You qualify for the GS‑12 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: selecting appropriate polygraph techniques, analyzing physiological data, conducting in‑depth interrogations, identifying case issues and evidence, and preparing accurate, concise reports of forensic investigations.
Experience: You qualify for the GS‑13 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: adapting polygraph techniques, collecting evidence while maintaining all lawful and legal standards, conducting in‑depth interviews and interrogations, and preparing comprehensive reports of forensic investigations.
Basic Requirements: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; at least two years of investigative experience with a recognized U.S. Government agency or other law‑enforcement agency; successful completion of a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) polygraph examination; and be at least 25 years of age.
Transcripts will be required if you are unable to provide certification documentation at the time of application.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 10/31/2025.
Additional Information
Security Clearance: You may be required to obtain a Top Secret or higher level clearance for this position.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you have a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation. Requests must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments.
CBP employees benefit from 401(k), health insurance, and paid leave.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
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Summary Position located with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Professional Responsibility, Credibility Assessment Division. The Investigative Program Specialist applies a full range of polygraph investigative methodologies to resolve and complete administrative, civil, counterintelligence, and criminal investigations by detecting deception, collecting sworn statements, vetting critical information, and exonerating the falsely accused.
Duties
Conduct conducting all types of polygraph examinations in support of Federal, State, and local agencies as directed by management.
Coordinate, plan, and administer polygraph examinations.
Conduct pre‑test interviews of individuals to determine willingness and capability to submit to examination.
Evaluate physical and psychological suitability for testing to determine whether to conduct examination.
Prepare accurate, concise, logical, comprehensive, and objective reports of investigations to be used in legal venues, potentially including testifying in court on rare occasions.
Conduct extended testing to resolve undecided issues, confirm admissions, or locate evidence as necessary.
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
All pre‑employment processes will be conducted in English.
You may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph.
CBP follows the DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures.
As a CBP employee you will be required to adhere to ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees and to CBP employees specifically.
Financial disclosure is required.
Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under the bargaining unit.
CBP uses E‑Verify, an internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
Qualifications
All Polygraph Examiners hired must be certified by the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA) by attending the Basic Federal Polygraph Training Program.
Individuals who are not currently certified through an official designation of the NCCA must submit transcripts to establish eligibility to attend the NCCA training program.
Certified and establishing eligibility based on prior official designation of the NCCA must provide certificate and meet specialized experience listed below.
Experience: You qualify for the GS‑12 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: selecting appropriate polygraph techniques, analyzing physiological data, conducting in‑depth interrogations, identifying case issues and evidence, and preparing accurate, concise reports of forensic investigations.
Experience: You qualify for the GS‑13 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: adapting polygraph techniques, collecting evidence while maintaining all lawful and legal standards, conducting in‑depth interviews and interrogations, and preparing comprehensive reports of forensic investigations.
Basic Requirements: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; at least two years of investigative experience with a recognized U.S. Government agency or other law‑enforcement agency; successful completion of a Psychophysiological Detection of Deception (PDD) polygraph examination; and be at least 25 years of age.
Transcripts will be required if you are unable to provide certification documentation at the time of application.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 10/31/2025.
Additional Information
Security Clearance: You may be required to obtain a Top Secret or higher level clearance for this position.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you have a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation. Requests must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments.
CBP employees benefit from 401(k), health insurance, and paid leave.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
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