Operational Psychologist

Loyal Source Government Services; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source seeks a psychologist with operational psychology experience to provide clinical and operational services for Special Operations Forces in a demanding environment. The role includes assessment, training, and leadership development to enhance performance and resilience.

Requirements include an APA-accredited PhD/PsyD, internship/residency, and licensure, with strong ethics and test administration skills. This position is on-site and contingent on contract award.

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited college or university.
• APA-accredited internship/residency completed.
• Knowledge of professional standards and ethics in clinical psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational psychology services to SOF.
• Develop and initiate resiliency programs at unit level.
• Conduct advanced training to maximize performance and resilience of SOF personnel.
• Administer and interpret psychological assessments.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Ethical practice

Assessment methods

Technical literacy

Education

PhD/PsyD

Tools

MS Office

Test administration software

Job description

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $130,000-$150,000 / year

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and direct services in clinical and operational psychology to SOF.
• Develop, plan, and initiate unit-level resiliency programs for preventing and treating behavioral health issues.
• Provide technical expertise, consultation, and direct support in assessment and selection of personnel, operational support, individual/team/organizational assessment, performance enhancement, executive coaching, and leadership development.
• Conduct advanced training to maximize performance and resilience of SOF personnel in high-stakes environments.
• Provide psychological services to unit members, including administering and interpreting psychological assessment measures.
• Consult with command personnel and manage process improvement, program validation and related research.
• Develop and manage appropriate personnel selection records and filing systems.
• Manage referrals and disposition of referrals for behavioral health care.
• Provide professional development and awareness education to leadership and SOF personnel.
• Provide crisis response and follow-up care in the event of unit casualties or other serious incidents.
• Function as liaison between unit personnel and base/community helping professionals/agencies.
• Support assessment and selection of incoming personnel and provide feedback on personnel suitability.
• Conduct baseline and post-event neuropsychological screening and analyze psychological health trends.
• Maintain credentialing requirements at a local MTF.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from an APA-accredited college or university.
• Successfully completed an APA-accredited Internship/Residency in psychology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of professional standards and ethics regarding the delivery of clinical psychology programs.
• Computer literacy sufficient to operate personal computers, utilizing psychological test, word processing, database/spread sheet programs.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years’ post-doctoral experience within the past five (5) years in the independent practice of psychology in the area of operational psychology, preferably in a Government setting such as the Department of Defense (DOD) or Intelligence Community (IC).
• Experience working with physicians providing medical psychological services is desired.
• Expertise in psychological assessment, behavioral health, behavioral research, and organizational effectiveness literature.
• Experience and training in the assessment and treatment of conditions such as alcohol and substance abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, post-traumatic stress, mood and anxiety conditions, and family/marital issues.
• Training in personnel assessment and selection, with two years of experience.
• One-year experience in performance enhancement or executive coaching, and organizational assessment and consultation, or completion of relevant courses.
• Training in critical incident/stress trauma interventions.

Licensure

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a psychologist in any U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) as certified by the American Heart Association, with documentation provided annually.
• SERE orientation and/or certification through the Joint Personnel Recovery Agency (JPRA), or willingness to obtain it (requirement for some roles).
• Post-doctoral training, or willingness to obtain training, qualifying as an Aerospace Psychologist (requirement for AFSOC and other aviation-capable organizations).

Please note: this position is notional and contingent upon the award of a government contract.

About Notional Opportunities

Notional opportunities are roles in the planning stages and contingent on contract awards. By applying to notional positions, you can express early interest, enhancing your employment prospects and positioning yourself at the forefront of potential job opportunities. This proactive approach gives you an edge and boosts your visibility to employers, making it a strategic choice for those eager to explore future roles and expand your professional network.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Loyal Source uses AI‑powered voice screening as part of our application process. After you apply, you will receive a brief qualification survey via text or email. Candidates who meet the position requirements will then be invited to complete a quick AI‑powered voice assessment. This easy, no‑scheduling‑required process helps us and the candidate move the hiring process forward faster.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].