ADVENT · 3 months ago
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
Advent Services is seeking an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist to support workforce analysis and reclassification of federal job series. The role involves applying psychological principles and organizational science to ensure proper job classification in alignment with OPM standards, while improving workforce planning and classification accuracy.
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Responsibilities
Conduct job analyses to identify core tasks, competencies, and requirements for a variety of occupational series
Review and evaluate position descriptions to ensure alignment with OPM classification standards
Apply psychometric and organizational research methods to validate job series and grade determinations
Partner with subject matter experts, HR specialists, and leadership to ensure reclassification efforts are accurate, consistent, and defensible
Develop competency models and frameworks to support classification and workforce planning
Provide evidence-based recommendations for job alignment, role clarity, and organizational efficiency
Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
Stay informed of current federal classification policies, psychological assessment practices, and workforce trends
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Industrial-Organizational Psychology or a closely related field
Strong knowledge of job analysis, competency modeling, and organizational assessment methods
Experience interpreting and applying OPM job classification standards and federal HR policies
Proficiency in research design, psychometrics, and statistical analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to diverse audiences
Ability to collaborate effectively with HR professionals, organizational leaders, and technical experts
Preferred
Experience with workforce analytics and large-scale classification or organizational studies
Familiarity with data science tools (e.g., R, Python, SPSS, or SAS) for workforce and organizational analysis
Knowledge of change management and organizational development principles
Experience working in or with federal agencies