This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a Personnel Psychologist (Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist) within the Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program, Human Capital Initiatives (SCWDP HCI).
As a Personnel Research Psychologist at the GS-0180-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a Personnel Psychologist (Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist) within the Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program, Human Capital Initiatives (SCWDP HCI). Serves as a project advisor and technical authority in the application of I/O psychology.
Serves as a consultant and technical advisor to subject matter experts and Department officials responsible for executing SC program operations. Consults both internally to the Department, and externally to other agencies, on findings and recommendations. Assesses organizations and areas of organizational improvement and design.
Applies complex analysis techniques and methodologies in forecasting, competency modeling and assessment, and gap analysis activities to support execution of SCWDP HCI programs, objectives, and closing skills gaps initiatives. Works directly affects the ability to develop and implement enterprise-wide strategies to recruit and retain the best civilian workforce in support of the Department's SC overall mission.
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. To Demonstrate that you meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the series, you MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis.
If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S.
accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made.
A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Foreign Education
DHRS-D-DSCA@DLA.MIL · 614 692-0252
This position is with Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Department of Defense.
The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-13.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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