Rick Buckner
Camas,WA
Summary
Results-driven polygraph examiner with extensive experience in investigative analysis and crisis management. Proven ability to conduct thorough examinations and deliver expert testimony, ensuring accuracy and integrity in criminal investigations.
Results-driven Polygraph Examiner with extensive experience in investigative analysis and collaboration with law enforcement. Skilled in administering polygraphs and producing detailed reports, ensuring accuracy and integrity in findings.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Polygraph Examiner
Clark County Sheriff's Office
Vancouver, WA
11.2004 - 10.2015
- Attended the NorthEast Counter Drug Training Center in Harrisburg Pennsylvania and completed a 450 hour course in Forensic Psychophysiological Detection of Deception - Polygraph.
- Interpreted and analyzed physiological data to assess truthfulness of subjects.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing findings and conclusions from examinations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to provide expert testimony in court proceedings.
- Maintained licensing requirements of continuing education for the American Polygraph Association
Deputy Sheriff. Major Crimes Detective
Clark County Sheriff's Office
Vancouver Washington
10.1980 - 10.2015
- Enforced laws and maintained public safety through proactive patrols and community engagement.
- Conducted traffic enforcement, investigating accidents to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Managed crisis situations, employing de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts effectively.
- Developed training programs for new deputies, enhancing operational readiness and skills development.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Clark College
Vancouver, WA06-2003
Skills
Lead investigator in over 50 homicide investigations during my 20 years as a major crimes detective
Since retirement from the Clark County Sheriff's Office I have been administering polygraph examinations to convicted sex offenders under the jurisdiction of the Washington State Department of Corrections
I also administer pre-employment polygraphs for law enforcement agencies in Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania and Wahkiakum Counties
Affiliations
Member of the American Polygraph Association. Since 2005
Member of The American association of Police Polygraphist. Since 2005
Member of Northwest Polygraph Examiners association, Since 2005
Certification
Licensed as Advantage Polygraph Services LLC in Washington State.
Timeline
Polygraph Examiner
Clark County Sheriff's Office
11.2004 - 10.2015
Deputy Sheriff. Major Crimes Detective
Clark County Sheriff's Office
10.1980 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Clark College