Operational Psychologist

Cherokee Federal • Fort Meade, MD

6d • $255,000 - $275,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operational Psychologist will conduct live assessments of prospective candidates.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience practicing psychology
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience conducting robust assessments
• Strong briefing and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel up to 15%-20%
• Ph. D. or Psy.D. with an emphasis in clinical or counseling psychology
• Possess and maintain good standing and a current valid license to provide psychological services
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a polygraph. Candidates holding an active Top Secret/SCI clearance without the polygraph may be selected; the ability to obtain the required polygraph is a condition of the position and will be completed as part of the hiring process.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full-scope structured clinical interview and interpret psychological data (IQ, personality, social skills, etc.)
• Provide testing feedback to candidates as appropriate
• Provide comprehensive assessment to leadership both verbally and in writing within 5 days of the evaluation
• Reports must be comprehensive and include testing results as well as findings from clinical interview
• Present assessments and participate in weekly screening boards
• Administer and score psychological testing as needed
• Complete continuing education units as required by state of licensure
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree