Operational Psychologist: Military Selection & Assessments

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 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