Lateral Police Detective​/Polygraph Examiner

Position: Lateral Police Detective / Polygraph Examiner
Resumes and cover letters must be attached for consideration.

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General purpose: responsible for the investigation of cases as assigned by the criminal investigations division sergeant.

$15,000 hiring bonus for lateral transfers + 3 weeks (120 hours) vacation bonus

* 80 hours vacation bonus at time of hire
* $7,500 upon successful completion of field training

* 40 hours vacation bonus upon successful completion of field training
* $7,500 upon completion of 12-month probation period

Lateral hiring salary

Lateral i [2 to 3 years experience]

* $93,695.75 per year
* $ after 12-month probation period
* $15,000 hiring bonus + 3 weeks vacation

Lateral ii [3-5 years experience]

* $ per year
* $ per year after 12-month probation period
* $15,000 hiring bonus + 3 weeks vacation

Lateral iii [5+ years experience]

* $ per year
* $ after 12-month probation period
* $15,000 hiring bonus + 3 weeks vacation

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Selection process: (up to and including the following)

* posting will close: open until filled

* panel interview

* search warrant exercise

* three case reviews submitted via email

* in-person command staff interview

* conditional job offer

* background

Essential functions:

* conducts polygraph examinations and interviews subjects.

* interprets polygraph test results and forms an opinion regarding the subject's truthfulness or deception.

* prepares and submits written reports regarding the polygraph exam results to investigations personnel and loveland police department human resources.

* prepares polygraph examinees for polygraph testing.

* ensures proper maintenance of polygraph equipment.

* collaborates with loveland police department human resources, background investigations unit, and other investigations personnel.

* when requested by officers or assigned by criminal investigations division sergeant or lieutenant, respond to and assume command of the scene of criminal activity.

* perform investigative responsibilities and field supervision of crime scenes, in addition to performing investigative work and general administrative activities.

* conduct criminal investigations that require additional follow-up, case management, interview/interrogating witnesses and suspects, testifying in court, gathering evidence, and locating and apprehending suspects.

* conduct criminal and special investigations, including domestic violence, burglaries, thefts, robberies, assaults, sex offenses, homicides, and the enforcement of city, county, and state laws.

* receiving calls from and assisting other law enforcement agencies in emergencies or with requests for assistance with investigations, including critical incident response team (c.i.r.t.) investigations.

* conduct interviews/interrogations of suspects, witnesses, and others connected to criminal investigations.

* identify, preserve, and collect evidence in a timely manner, using department approved methods.

* in a timely manner, accurately complete forms and written reports associated with investigations.

* maintain an organized, accurate, and updated file on cases under investigation.

* locate and examine all possible sources of evidence and information regarding assigned cases.

* write and execute search and arrest warrants.

* arrest suspects of criminal activity upon establishment of probable cause.

* file cases with the district attorney's office.

* testify in court regarding activities and findings in criminal investigations.

* provide routine case updates to the assigned sergeant providing accurate status on investigations.

Other duties:

* perform surveillance on subjects who are involved in criminal investigations.

* function in the capacity of a uniformed patrol officer when deemed necessary.

* perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Job qualifications:

Knowledge, skill & ability:

* must already be a certified polygraph examiner.

* two or more years' experience performing polygraph examinations as a sworn law enforcement officer required.

* completion of a minimum of thirty continuing education hours in coursework related to polygraphy within the past two years.

* must complete a minimum of thirty continuing education hours every two years in coursework related to the field of polygraphy.

* must maintain a national polygraph examiner license in good standing with the american polygraph association or american association for police polygraphers.

* written communication skills necessary for the accurate completion of required forms and reports.

* oral communication skills that allow for the successful gathering of information from suspects, and witnesses.

* demonstrated ability to effectively testify in court and legal proceedings.

* ability to identify, collect, process and preserve evidence using department approved methods.

* must have knowledge in criminal law and rules of evidence sufficient to conduct investigations without the…