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Clinical Psychologist

Work Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $87,717 – $133,543
Location: Washington, DC metropolitan area


The Central Intelligence Agency has immediate openings for Clinical Psychologists to engage in a broad range of screening, evaluation, selection, consultation, crisis intervention, short-term counseling and training activities.


Minimum requirements include a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program, 2 years of supervised post-doctoral experience and licensure or license eligibility. A generalist orientation, willingness to accept a variety of assignments and expertise in psychological testing, diagnostic interviewing and management consultation are essential. Successful candidates will be able to work in a multidisciplinary environment, interact frequently with all levels of management, and will possess excellent written and oral communications skills.

All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.

To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.

Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals, or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant for or an employee of the CIA. Their interest, however, may not be benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would tell. We therefore ask you to exercise discretion and good judgment in disclosing your interest in a position with the Agency. You will receive further guidance on this topic as you proceed through your CIA employment processing.

To Apply:

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Note:
Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.

An equal opportunity employer and a drug-free work force.


Posted: Apr 21, 2007 06:51 PM
Last Updated: Jan 13, 2009 07:44 AM
Last Reviewed: Jan 13, 2009 07:44 AM