Lead Polygraph Examiner – Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Role Summary
Oversee polygraph-based vetting initiatives for the Haitian National Police under a U.S. government contract. This position requires leadership in administering high-stakes credibility assessments, ensuring adherence to established protocols, and delivering reliable outcomes within a challenging operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct the planning and execution of polygraph examinations for law enforcement personnel
- Ensure all vetting activities meet contractual and regulatory standards
- Collaborate with U.S. Embassy and INL representatives on program strategy and implementation
- Evaluate the practicality of proposed testing timelines and resource needs in Haiti
- Advise on policy adaptation for local conditions, including legal and cultural considerations
- Operate effectively in regions with limited infrastructure and non-U.S. systems
- Coordinate with embassy officials to resolve legal or procedural uncertainties
- Supervise logistical and administrative aspects of polygraph operations
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of eight years’ experience managing international polygraph programs
- Graduate of an accredited polygraph training institution such as APA, NCCA, or equivalent
- Completion of at least 500 NCCA-accredited LEPET examinations
- Proven ability to conduct polygraph interviews using interpreters
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities
- No history of performance issues with INL or removal from U.S. government programs
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- U.S. citizenship required for security clearance and contract eligibility
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in Caribbean or Latin American countries
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Ability to communicate in French or Haitian Creole
Work Environment
This is an on-site role based in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Candidates must be prepared to work in a foreign setting with differing legal, cultural, and logistical frameworks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision (100% employer-paid premiums)
- Dependent coverage available at low cost, including domestic partners
- Immediate vesting and 4% 401(k) match
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
- Access to professional training and continuing education
- 12 paid holidays annually
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
The organization is dedicated to maintaining a workplace grounded in Equal Employment Opportunity principles. All individuals are treated fairly and granted equitable access to employment opportunities regardless of background. This standard applies consistently across all global operations.
