Operational Psychologist

Spaark; Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SPAARK, Inc is seeking an experienced Operational Psychologist to provide specialized psychological assessment and selection support for the USCG SMTC at Camp Lejeune, NC. The role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, administering instruments (PAI, NEO-PI-3, MAB-II), and developing criteria for cognitive, personality, and readiness factors.

Responsibilities include remote screening for up to 150 applicants per cycle, on-site assessments for ~80 candidates, structured interviews (up to

Qualifications

• Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-approved program.
• APA-approved clinical psychology internship/residency completed or equivalent.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in any US state, DC, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands.
• Significant experience conducting Assessment & Selection evaluations for Special Missions Units within USSOCOM/JSOC or comparable organizations.
• Must complete Rapid Gate vetting for access to military installations.
• Must meet federal personnel screening requirements including SF-85 (Tier 1, low-risk).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate candidates’ suitability for specialized military and operational assignments.
• Support remote screening for up to 150 applicants per cycle and on-site assessments for classes of ~80 candidates.
• Administer, score, and interpret instruments such as PAI, NEO-PI-3, and MAB-II.
• Develop assessment criteria covering cognitive abilities, personality, behavior, and readiness.
• Review prescreening questionnaires, background info, and testing results.
• Establish psychological risk classifications (Red/Yellow/Green) with USCG leadership.
• Conduct structured interviews with candidates (up to 40 per cycle).
• Prepare evaluation reports, risk assessments, and leadership recommendations.
• Collaborate with military leadership for evidence-based selection decisions.
• Support process improvement, validation, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure informed consent before testing.
• Complete written assessments within government timelines.

Skills

Assessment & Selection

Structured interviews

Risk classification

Report writing

Collaboration with leadership

Documentation

Education

Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA-approved)

APA-approved internship/residency

Unrestricted psychology license in US (state/DC/PR/VI)

Tools

PAI (Personality Assessment Inventory)

NEO-PI-3

MAB-II

Job description

SPAARK, Inc is seeking an experienced Operational Psychologist to provide specialized psychological assessment and selection support for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Special Missions Training Center (SMTC) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.Location: Camp Lejeune, NC 28542. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: Graduate Degree. Job Category: Government - Federal.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate candidates’ suitability for specialized military and operational assignments.
• Support remote psychological screening for up to 150 applicants per Assessment & Selection cycle and on-site assessments for selection classes of approximately 80 candidates.
• Administer, score, and interpret validated psychological assessment instruments, including:
• Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI)
• NEO Personality Inventory‑3 (NEO‑PI‑3)
• Multidimensional Aptitude Battery‑II (MAB‑II)
• Develop psychological assessment criteria addressing cognitive abilities, personality traits, behavioral characteristics, and operational readiness.
• Review candidate prescreening questionnaires, background information, and psychological testing results.
• Establish and apply psychological risk classifications using Red, Yellow, and Green assessment categories in coordination with USCG leadership.
• Conduct structured psychological interviews with designated candidates, with up to 40 interviews per selection cycle.
• Prepare comprehensive psychological evaluation reports, candidate risk assessments, and recommendations for USCG leadership.
• Participate in candidate evaluation boards and provide professional recommendations regarding candidate suitability.
• Collaborate with military leadership and command personnel to support evidence‑based personnel selection decisions.
• Support assessment process improvement, program validation, behavioral research, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and safeguard confidential psychological assessment records and documentation.
• Ensure that required informed consent documentation is completed before psychological testing.
• Complete written assessments and other deliverables within established Government reporting timelines.

*Position is contingent upon contract award*

Qualifications

• Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA)-approved program, or a program acceptable to the Office of the Surgeon General, U.S. Navy.
• Completion of an APA‑approved clinical psychology internship/residency or an equivalent psychiatry residency.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology or psychiatry in any U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Significant experience conducting psychological Assessment & Selection evaluations for Special Missions Units within USSOCOM, JSOC, or comparable organizations.
• Must successfully complete required Rapid Gate vetting for access to military installations.
• Must meet applicable federal personnel screening requirements, including a Tier 1, low‑risk, non‑sensitive investigation (SF‑85).

SPAARK, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.