Polygraph Interview/Examination

Candidates will participate in a polygraph interview/examination as part of the selection process. The pre-employment polygraph examination takes place in the Polygraph Unit office at Edmonton Police Service Headquarters (9620- 103A Avenue). All applicants are required to arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled examination and as parking is at a premium around Headquarters, please allow extra time to scout for a spot. The exam takes approximately a full morning or afternoon.

Tip: Get a good night’s rest and eat a proper meal prior to your scheduled examination. Bottled water as well as bathroom and stretch breaks will be provided during the procedure.

The purpose of the polygraph examination is to verify that applicants are the person they claim to be and that they have been truthful throughout the entire application process (i.e. information supplied on the Personal Disclosure Form and responses given during the PDI).  As such, if you have made a mistake, a mis-statement on your employment application, or have an additional disclosure(s), please inform your file manager prior to your scheduled polygraph procedure.

Most people become nervous or apprehensive when they are asked to submit to a polygraph examination. The examiner recognizes this and will discuss all questions and concerns at the beginning of the exam. Candidates will also have the opportunity to discuss in detail the areas covered during the test and explain any issues that may cause concern.

Appointments for the polygraph examination are scheduled through the recruiting office.  Applicants successfully completing this stage will move on to Stage 7.