Operational Psychologist
About The Position
The Operational Psychologist conducts live assessments of prospective candidates. The role includes structured clinical interviews, interpretation of psychological data, administration and scoring of psychological tests as needed, and providing testing feedback to candidates as appropriate. The psychologist delivers comprehensive verbal and written assessment findings to leadership within five days of each evaluation and participates in weekly screening boards. The position is based in Washington, DC, includes travel of up to 15%–20%, and requires a current psychology license, a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a polygraph (or the ability to obtain the required polygraph).
Requirements
- At least five years of experience practicing psychology.
- At least three 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.
- Current, valid license in good standing to provide psychological services.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a polygraph; candidates with an active Top Secret/SCI clearance without a polygraph may be selected if they can obtain the required polygraph as part of hiring.
- Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
- The work includes prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and using a computer, and may occasionally require standing or moving around the office for extended periods.
Responsibilities
- Conduct full-scope structured clinical interviews and interpret psychological data, including IQ, personality, and social skills.
- Provide testing feedback to candidates as appropriate.
- Provide comprehensive verbal and written assessments to leadership within five days of each evaluation.
- Include testing results and clinical interview findings in assessment reports.
- Present assessments and participate in weekly screening boards.
- Administer and score psychological testing as needed.
- Complete continuing education units required by the state of licensure.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Up to a 6% 401(k) company match.
- Paid time off.
- 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 accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
