Job Opening: 56915

Open to ALL U.S. Citizens

Job Summary

Open Date: October 21, 2024

Closing Date: November 4, 2024 11:59 pm (EST) 

Questions regarding this opening should be directed to HRS Kelly Anne Stewart at kastewart2@fbi.gov, SMAPA Elizabeth Miles at ebmiles@fbi.gov, or Julie Sidebotham at jasidebotham@fbi.gov.

**IN ADDITION TO YOUR RESUME, PLEASE ENSURE YOU PROVIDE AND ATTACH ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTS AND RESPOND TO EACH OF THE COMPETENCY QUESTIONS. IF YOU DO NOT ANSWER THE COMPETENCY QUESTIONS, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS WILL BE INCOMPLETE IF ANY INFORMATION IS MISSING.**

Position: Supervisory Clinical Psychologist (Chief Psychological Officer) GS-15

Division: Human Resource Division

Unit: Psychological Services Unit

Location: Washington, DC

Working Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm (option for flexible work hours)

Salary: GS - $163,964.00 - $191,900.00

Full Performance level: GS-15

Number of Positions Available: 1

Duration: Full Time/Permanent

In order to recruit and retain highly qualified candidates, selectee (s) may be eligible for a 25% of basic pay recruitment incentive.  As part of receiving this  incentives, selectee will be required to sign a service agreement upon arrival of new position. 

Key Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Some travel may be required

Mission Statement

The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.

Role

The Chief Psychological Officer (CPO) leads the team of Clinical Psychologists that are responsible for complex analyses related to psychological evaluation and assessment of applicants and employees to ensure these individuals are psychologically fit for duty and psychologically suitable to hold a security clearance. The CPO is responsible for the overall strategic direction and oversight of the psychological programs, including development, implementation and strategic partnerships. The incumbent is the final psychological policy decision maker for the organization.

Major Duties

The Chief Psychological Officer's duties shall include, but not be limited to:

• Program management of a broad range of leadership areas including a major FBI clinical program and direct oversight of a team of Clinical Psychologists. 
• Ensuring the timeline for execution of goals and objectives, while ensuring program activities are consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and Department of Justice and FBI guidelines. 
• Serving as the final authority on clinical psychological matters such as recommendations of employment or continued employment of individuals assessed, and resolution of controversial or sensitive cases.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with academic institutions for the purposes of research collaboration and consultation

Qualifications and Evaluations

Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI’s Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.

If you are deemed Most Competitive, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies: 

Please ensure you respond to each of the competencies. Failure to provide a response for each competency will preclude you from submitting your application.

1. Collaboration
2. Problem Solving/Judgement
3. Communication
4. Organizing and Planning
5. Communication 

Positive Education Requirement

This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic education requirement by submitting a copy of their college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

• Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (PHD or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.

Specialized Experience (SE):

All qualifying experience MUST be provided within your RESUME to be considered.

• Experience in interpreting ethical principles applicable to the practice of psychology.
• Experience in researching and problem-solving methods of the mental health field by consulting internal and external entities on broad, complex and sensitive issues such as abuse addiction, rehabilitation and mental health disorders. 
• Experience diagnosing and treating people with alcohol and drug use disorders and individuals with social-emotional difficulties due to traumas or personal mental health issues which affect the employee’s occupational performance.

Desired Skills

Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants.

Desired Skills are: 

• Experience preparing and presenting highly complex administrative matters, material and/or highly complex issues to a vast audience.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience
• Three to Five (3-5) years of experience working in a supervisory position managing direct reports
• A current state clinical mental health independent practice license in psychology, social work, psychiatrist, professional counseling or medical license with board certification in psychiatry.
• A full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychiatry or psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. 

How to Apply

For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply . If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. 

Required Documents

To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: 

1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates
2. A complete assessment questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents: MUST ATTACH A COPY OF
   1. Copy of current state clinical mental health independent practice license in psychology, social work, psychiatrist, professional counseling or medical license with board certification in psychiatry 

You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.

What to Expect Next

Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.

Further Evaluation of Qualified Candidates

All candidates considered for an interview, will be invited to complete the Senior Leader Leadership Selection Process (SL LSP). The assessment consists of the following components:

1. Leadership Skills Assessment (LSA)

Overview of the Senior Leader Leadership Selection Process

The SL LSP standardizes the requirements and application process for all candidates, improves transparency and feedback about the selection process. The program is based on the FBI Leadership Competency Model.

SL Leadership Skills Assessment (LSA)

The LSA is a standardized assessment which evaluates and measure leadership behavioral abilities and skills, ensuring leaders in all job categories meet the FBI's standards of proficiency in management and leadership. The LSA takes place via the telephone and simulates a "day-in-the-life" of a front-line leader or senior leader, with a candidate assuming a management role during the evaluation. Candidates will be presented with scenarios that require them, as the manager, to make crucial leadership decisions. Candidate will be scored on how they handle these situations and embody the FBI's Leadership Competencies. A passing LSA score allows you to continue towards becoming ready to apply to leadership positions in the FBI.

There are no specific study guides for the LSA and the behaviors assessed are not something that one can memorize. The LSA scenarios were designed to account for the various background of candidates while assessing the management or leadership competencies within a familiar environment. In the SL LSA, candidates are assessed based on how they demonstrated the 12 FBI Leadership Competencies during all of the scenarios. The best approach to take the SL LSA is to use study time wisely, relax, and be oneself during the interactions.

Additional Information

• Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations.
• The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.
• As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.
• Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
• The selectee will be required to serve a one-year probationary period for initial assignment to a supervisory position.
• If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their two-year probationary period has concluded. Probationary Employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI. 
• The probationary periods will be served concurrently. 
• Memorandum for Record: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum for Record):

        a. Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties)
        b. The month/year work began
        c. Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
        d. Specific duties performed

Attach the Memorandum for Record to your application in the "Cover Letters and Attachments" section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type "Other."

Veterans' Preference

If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.

Nepotism

Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process, and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative’s appointment or promotion.

During the hiring process, all selected candidates and FBI hiring managers will be required to certify they are not related to anyone involved in the hiring process.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either e-mail at REASONABLE_ACCOMMODA@fbi.gov , telephone at 202-324-2158, or FAX at 202-324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment.

This e-mail address is only for reasonable accommodation requests. Please do not submit your application and/or any questions unrelated to reasonable accommodations. Should any applications be received, they will not be forwarded for consideration during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.

Benefits

Applicants may be eligible for an incentive up to 25%.

The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.

This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp