Organizational Psychologist studies and assesses the organizations workforce, management, culture, business objectives, and challenges using psychological principles and research methods. Designs and develops programs and tools that will be appropriate for the needs of the organization and which will assist employees and management to better achieve desired goals. Being an Organizational Psychologist utilizes various methods including employee surveys, focus groups, skill assessments, performance appraisals, and other feedback mechanisms to assist management in identifying issues and driving improvements. Creates solutions and programs that may be focused on employee selection, job training, leadership training, workplace and family issues, and change management. Additionally, Organizational Psychologist requires a master's degree in industrial/organizational psychology. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Organizational Psychologist works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be an Organizational Psychologist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This position provides telework opportunities, including the ability to work fully remote.
The Medical and Psychological Screening Division (MPSD) is seeking an experienced Psychologist to conduct preemployment psychological evaluations of peace officer candidates. A strong candidate will have a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and public service. If working as part of a close and collaborative team dedicated to safe policing and professional excellence sounds like your dream job, we want to hear from you!
Under the general direction of the Chief Psychologist in the Psychological Screening Program (PSP in the Medical and Psychological Screening Division) (MPSD) of the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR), the Psychologist is responsible for applying psychological knowledge in a multi-step process to assess the psychological suitability of peace officer and non-peace officer candidates during the selection process. The Psychologist must conduct psychological suitability assessments using criteria set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) manual.
This position may extend up to 24 months or become permanent.
This job advertisement may be used to fill more than one position. The position(s) are being advertised in multiple counties.
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Travel may be necessary to attend meetings, trainings or conferences.
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Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov
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Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 4/22/2024Who May Apply
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The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Amanda Arkow
(916) 249-8448
Amanda.Arkow@calhr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Stacey Waring
(916) 206-3898
stacey.waring@calhr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
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