U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Personnel Research Psychologist
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Personnel Research Psychologist – U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Apply for the
Personnel Research Psychologist
role with
U.S. Customs and Border Protection .
Pay Range:
$105,383.00/yr – $161,889.00/yr (GS‑13 to GS‑14). Locality and cost‑of‑living adjustments may apply.
Overview The position is located within the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Human Resources Management, Personnel Research and Assessment Division with sites in Washington, D.C.; Indianapolis, IN; and Minneapolis, MN.
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct job analysis studies serving as the foundation for human resources programs.
Develop tests and assessments for frontline hiring and employee development career paths.
Lead innovative assessment tool development and perform validity studies for selection processes.
Apply classical test theory and item response theory, including computer adaptive testing.
Address talent acquisition, succession planning, retention, motivation, and occupational skill gaps using psychological methods.
Participate in all research phases: problem definition, planning, execution, statistical analysis (R or Python), and interpretation.
Prepare and present briefing materials to non‑technical audiences of all levels.
Document research methods and results in technical reports.
Eligibility Requirements
U.S. Citizen.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
Must pass a background investigation and comply with CBP security procedures.
Subject to CBP’s drug‑testing and DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan.
Must adhere to executive‑branch ethics rules and CBP specific conflict‑of‑interest statutes.
Participation in E‑Verify required.
Qualifications
Major or equivalent in psychology (excluding clinical and counseling psychology) OR
Ph.D. or equivalent related to clinical psychology,
or 2 full academic years of graduate study related to counseling psychology, or
or completion of a master’s program related to counseling psychology in an accredited institution.
1 year of specialized experience at the next‐lower grade level for both GS‑13 and GS‑14 grades, including: Job analysis and test development under regulatory guidelines;
Research technique application and measurement theories to develop tools such as surveys;
Statistical analysis with SPSS, SAS, R, or Python;
Independent or team research contributing to industrial/organizational psychology.
Volunteer or paid experience in relevant fields validly counts toward qualifying experience.
Verification of education and experience required by 12/22/2025.
Disability and Veteran Inclusion CBP encourages applications from persons with disabilities, Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and others who may qualify for non‑competitive appointments. Qualified individuals may be exempt from competitive selection processes.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Government Administration
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Personnel Research Psychologist
role with
U.S. Customs and Border Protection .
Pay Range:
$105,383.00/yr – $161,889.00/yr (GS‑13 to GS‑14). Locality and cost‑of‑living adjustments may apply.
Overview The position is located within the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Human Resources Management, Personnel Research and Assessment Division with sites in Washington, D.C.; Indianapolis, IN; and Minneapolis, MN.
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct job analysis studies serving as the foundation for human resources programs.
Develop tests and assessments for frontline hiring and employee development career paths.
Lead innovative assessment tool development and perform validity studies for selection processes.
Apply classical test theory and item response theory, including computer adaptive testing.
Address talent acquisition, succession planning, retention, motivation, and occupational skill gaps using psychological methods.
Participate in all research phases: problem definition, planning, execution, statistical analysis (R or Python), and interpretation.
Prepare and present briefing materials to non‑technical audiences of all levels.
Document research methods and results in technical reports.
Eligibility Requirements
U.S. Citizen.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
Must pass a background investigation and comply with CBP security procedures.
Subject to CBP’s drug‑testing and DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan.
Must adhere to executive‑branch ethics rules and CBP specific conflict‑of‑interest statutes.
Participation in E‑Verify required.
Qualifications
Major or equivalent in psychology (excluding clinical and counseling psychology) OR
Ph.D. or equivalent related to clinical psychology,
or 2 full academic years of graduate study related to counseling psychology, or
or completion of a master’s program related to counseling psychology in an accredited institution.
1 year of specialized experience at the next‐lower grade level for both GS‑13 and GS‑14 grades, including: Job analysis and test development under regulatory guidelines;
Research technique application and measurement theories to develop tools such as surveys;
Statistical analysis with SPSS, SAS, R, or Python;
Independent or team research contributing to industrial/organizational psychology.
Volunteer or paid experience in relevant fields validly counts toward qualifying experience.
Verification of education and experience required by 12/22/2025.
Disability and Veteran Inclusion CBP encourages applications from persons with disabilities, Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and others who may qualify for non‑competitive appointments. Qualified individuals may be exempt from competitive selection processes.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Government Administration
Referrals can increase your chances of interview by approximately 2×.
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