Industrial/Organizational Psychologist

Avolinq, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Avolinq, LLC is seeking a mid- to senior-level Industrial/Organizational Psychologist for an onsite role with the U.S. Secret Service HR Research and Assessment Division in Washington, DC. The position emphasizes research, measurement, and policy support for government HR initiatives.

The candidate will design and validate personnel assessments, analyze HR data, and draft reports and presentations for government stakeholders. Eligibility requires U.S.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or closely related field.
• Minimum years of relevant experience as specified by level (see summary).
• Comprehensive knowledge of personnel research, HR management, test theory, and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Participate in studies evaluating HR systems and tools; advise management on conclusions and recommendations.
• Apply psychometric methodology and statistics to HR data related to recruitment, hiring, retention, and development.
• Develop and validate personnel assessment tools for selection and promotion; draft reports, briefs, and memos.

Skills

IO psychology

Test theory

Psychometrics

Statistics

HR research

Education

Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a Federal Contractor supporting the United States Secret Service (USSS), Office of Human Resources, HR Research and Assessment Division (HRR)

Position SummaryMid-Level: Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field; or a minimum of two (2) years of relevant post-degree experience with a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field.

Senior-Level: Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field; or a minimum of six (6) years of relevant post-degree experience with a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field. Level of placement will be determined based on the candidate's years of directly relevant experience.

Position is contingent upon contract award.

Location / ScheduleOnsite at USSS Headquarters, 950 H Street, NW, Washington, DC.

Clearance / SuitabilityMust be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Suitability Assessment (Low-Risk) from USSS's Security Clearance Division, including a minimum Tier 1/NACI background investigation.

Key ResponsibilitiesParticipate in research studies to evaluate the effectiveness of existing HR systems and tools. Consult with or advise management on conclusions and recommendations. Apply knowledge of test theory, psychometric methodology, and statistics to research and analyze HR data related to recruitment, hiring, retention, career development, and workforce analysis. Analyze job requirements (tasks and competencies) to support development of HR testing and career development tools. Design and draft revisions of Secret Service policies and operating procedures related to human capital initiatives for Government approval. Draft technical and non-technical reports, briefing slide decks, white papers, memos, and other deliverables on a weekly to monthly basis. Advise the Government to ensure mandated laws, rules, and regulations are properly assessed for potential impact on work initiatives. Develop and validate personnel assessment tools for selection and/or promotion purposes. Provide project management support, including resolution of complex issues, establishing and maintaining timelines, monitoring project work activities, and communicating progress and status. Assist in the collection and analysis of data using qualitative and quantitative strategies to draw practical conclusions and answer research questions. Assist in conducting meetings, workshops, trainings, and briefings related to HRR initiatives on a weekly to monthly basis. Record arrival and departure times in the Secret Service's timekeeping system.

Required QualificationsMid-Level: Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field; or a minimum of two (2) years of relevant post-degree experience with a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field.

Senior-Level: Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field; or a minimum of six (6) years of relevant post-degree experience with a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a closely related field. Level of placement will be determined based on the candidate's years of directly relevant experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of principles, applications, methodologies, theories, and standards of personnel research and human resources management, including test theory, psychometric methodology, statistics, and research methods.