Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist - Senior

FYI For Your Information Inc

$110K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant experience with a Master's in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or 6+ years with a Ph.D.
  • Expertise in HR systems evaluation and effectiveness research.
  • Strong foundation in test theory, psychometrics, and statistical analysis.
  • Experience in developing and validating HR assessment tools.
  • Knowledge of policies and regulations related to human capital initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research studies to assess HR tools and systems.
  • Advise management on research conclusions and recommendations.
  • Utilize psychometric and statistical methods to analyze HR data.
  • Support development of HR assessments through job analysis.
  • Draft and revise agency policies for human capital initiatives.
  • Create various technical reports and presentations on findings.
  • Ensure compliance with laws and regulations impacting HR practices.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule flexibility
  • Collaborative and diverse team environment
  • Growth potential within a rapidly expanding company
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K
  • Tuition assistance and personal computer allowance
  • Pet insurance options available
Full Job Description
Position is contingent upon contract award.
Position Summary

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.
Location

Onsite, Washington, DC.
Key Responsibilities
  • Participate 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 agency 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 agency's timekeeping system.
Required Qualifications

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.

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.

FYI's Benefits/Incentives: What is in it for you?
  • Opportunity to work a hybrid work schedule
  • A knowledgeable, high-achieving, diverse, experienced, and fun team.
  • The chance to be part of a rapidly growing company and the next success story.
  • A competitive base salary with a loaded benefits package plus 401K.
  • Tuition/education assistance, personal computer allowance, pet insurance.

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