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Human Resources Developer Specialist 13 / ITB / BID / Polygraph Section

Salary

$31.06 - $46.36 Hourly

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Permanent Intermittent (hours may vary)

Job Number

5501-25115-AA

Department

State Police

Opening Date

07/25/2025

Closing Date

7/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

This position is the Michigan State Police (MSP) statewide Polygraph Program Intern Specialist responsible for researching, developing, coordinating and instructing the Polygraph Section’s Michigan State Police Polygraph Program (MSPPP) American Polygraph Association (APA) accredited basic school and section intern program. As the polygraph program Intern specialist, the predominant responsibility is to ensure examiner interns become proficient and meet legal standards within the practice to become licensed set forth by the department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). The Polygraph Section is comprised of Detective Sergeants who begin the program as examiner interns seeking to acquire Public Examiner licensing. The examiner intern phase requires up to thirty-six months which includes an accredited basic school and exam evaluation period. A MSPPP basic school is conducted annually with one-week advanced schools held intermittently through the year. The intern examiner is required to complete the basic school and the intern examiner program in 36 months to obtain Public Examiners license.

The statewide Polygraph Program Intern Specialist must have expert knowledge of evaluating polygraph chart data, format use and proper application, examination processes, and other credibility assessment data. As the Program Intern Specialist, this expertise will prepare an intern examiner to perform a valid and reliable polygraph examination to meet industry standards. The incumbent will instruct on the evaluation of properly formulated credibility assessment methods and proctor diagnostic specific issue examinations for examiner interns. The incumbent will train intern examiners on all aspects of psychophysiological detection of deception, evaluations of case investigations of varied complexity and provides both training and testimony as required in state, federal, and tribal courts. This position will instruct in the Michigan State Police Polygraph Program (MSPPP) basic school and meet instructor requirements set by the American Polygraph Association (APA) accreditation standards. The program intern specialist will develop, prepare and organize all MSPPP training materials per APA accreditation standards and formulate new methodologies associated with the trade. These tasks affect all services provided by the Polygraph Section and are utilized by enlisted members and other law enforcement agencies. This position functions in a bias-free manner.

POSITION DESCRIPTION - Human Resources Specialist 13 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/HUMSPL2A80N%20-%20Polygraph%20NEW!.pdf)

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.

The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any major.

Experience

Human Resources Developer Specialist 13 - Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Human Resources Developer, including two years equivalent to a Human Resources Developer P11 or one year equivalent to a Human Resources Developer 12.

Additional Requirements and Information

Selective Position Requirement: Michigan Public Examiner License in good standing.

Preferred: Current American Polygraph Association (APA) full membership.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

Please attach a cover letter/memo, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.

Please note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume, cover letter/memo, and (if applicable) official transcripts to their application.

View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/H/HumanResourcesDeveloperSpecialist.pdf

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

01

HUMSPL – Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in any major? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcript(s). OR at least one year of professional experience in the state of Michigan classified service.

+ Yes

+ No

02

HUMSPL – Do you possess at least four years of professional experience equivalent to a Human Resources Developer?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you possess a Michigan Public Polygraph Examiners license in good standing?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Are you a current American Polygraph Association member with full membership status in good standing?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If you answered Yes to the above question did you attach supporting documentation? If No, select N/A.

+ Yes

+ No

+ N/A

06

Have you been disciplined by the American Polygraph Association or Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for any reason?

+ Yes

+ No

07

How many years of investigative criminal casework while employed by a law enforcement agency. If you don’t possess this experience mark N/A.

+ 0

+ 1 - 5 Years

+ 6 - 10 Years

+ Over 10 Years

08

Please select your years of experience as an Intern Supervisor in the public sector for specific issue criminal polygraph examinations.

+ At least two years' experience as Intern Supervisor in law enforcement polygraph.

+ At least four years' experience as Intern Supervisor in law enforcement polygraph.

+ At least five years’ experience as Intern Supervisor in law enforcement polygraph.

09

Approximate number of completed diagnostic polygraph examinations of a criminal nature with a public agency.

+ 0-100

+ 101-300

+ 301-499

+ Over 500

10

How many APA approved continuing education credits have you earned in the past 24 months?

+ 0-15

+ 16-30

+ 31-45

+ Over 45

11

List your most recent year of attendance at an in-person nationally recognized polygraph conference and list the conference name?

12

Please list the number of intern polygraph examiners you have supervised in the state of Michigan. If you don’t possess this experience mark N/A.

13

If you provided a number to the above question, please answer how many of those intern examiners you personally supervised have obtained the state of Michigan, Public Examiner license

14

Please describe your experience with Lafayette polygraph software, instruments, and portable equipment.

15

Please list all types of polygraph techniques you currently demonstrate proficiency with. If you don’t possess this experience mark N/A.

16

Please describe your knowledge/experience of the quality control process for technical and administrative review and Blind verification. If you don’t possess this experience mark N/A.

17

Please describe your experience and knowledge with types of test data analysis and opinion reporting. If you don’t possess this experience mark N/A.

18

Please provide the date and jurisdiction of your most recent polygraph related court testimony in a federal, state, local, and/or a tribal court.

19

Do you possess a Michigan driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record?

+ Yes

+ No

20

MSPCRIMHST - Please check all that apply.

+ Convicted of a felony (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)

+ Convicted of a misdemeanor (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)

+ Felony criminal charges are pending (please explain below)

+ None

21

MSPCRIMHST1 - If "Yes," please describe each with the respective date, offense, location, and disposition. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.

22

MSPNEP - Please review theAnti-Nepotism Policy (https://public.powerdms.com/MSP1917/documents/1915192) . For this selection, is there a potential to violate the policy?

+ Yes

+ No

23

MSPNEP1 - If you responded yes to potentially violating theAnti-Nepotism Policy (https://public.powerdms.com/MSP1917/documents/1915192) , please provide the name and relationship of the individual. If none, please respond N/A.

24

MSPDOCS - Have you attached all of the following required documents within the attachments section of your application?

+ Cover letter/memo

+ Resume

+ Official Transcript (if applicable)

Failure to attach the required documents to your application will result in your application being screened out.

+ Yes

+ No

25

EQUIVALENCY – If you do not meet the standard education and experience requirements in the job specification, do you believe that other education and experience provide you the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties listed in the position description?

+ Yes

+ No

26

EQUIVALENCY - If you answered yes to the previous question, please be as detailed as possible in describing the education and experience you would like considered, including providing credits earned and specific dates and hours worked per week.

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

State Police

Address

[email protected]

7150 Harris Drive

Dimondale, Michigan, 48821

Phone

517-284-3175

Website

https://mspjobs.michigan.gov/civilian-careers

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