Introduction:

Sanford Federal, Inc. (SANFORD) headquartered in Stafford, VA., Is a premier, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned federal professional services company, primarily engaged in providing advanced information technology, cyber security, management systems support, as well as business and infrastructure management services.

We are among the most innovative, respected, and ethical providers of technology solutions to the United States government. Our mission is to provide superior quality, innovative, information technology solutions that help federal agencies best aid, serve, and protect the American people.

Job Details:

• Position: Licensed Professional Psychologist
• Type: Part Time
• Location: Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center, 1601 SW Archer Rd, Gainsville, FL 32608

Job Summary: 

Sanford Federal, Inc. is looking to hire a licensed psychologist to acquire psychological evaluations and testing for all North Florida/South Georgia VA Police Officers to determine police officers’ suitability to perform the duties of a police officer.

Qualification: 

• Must provide either previous experience as a police psychologist or satisfactory demonstration of an ability to fulfill the duties listed.
• Must be licensed to practice independently.
• Must at a minimum hold a Ph.D. in Psychology.

Duties:

• The evaluator shall provide an initial and annual psychological evaluation of all VA Police Officers. All VA Police Officers, Detectives, Criminal Investigators, Training Instructors, Deputy Assistant Chief, and Chief of Police shall be reexamined annually to determine their continued emotional suitability to perform the duties of a VA Police Officer.
• Shall determine suitability and stability by conducting a pre-employment psychological evaluation, in which he shall focus on the functional requirements for the position of VA police officer. The test must consist of a standardized interview and standardized objective psychological testing with symptom validity scales.
• Each psychological evaluation shall include an exploration of substance abuse and symptoms of other mental health disorders that may be considered an impediment to effective functioning as a VA police officer.
• Shall conduct a standardized interview along with administration of psychological screening and assessment tools. Such instruments as the Personal Health Questionnaire 2 (PHQ2), PTSD Screen for Primary Care (PC-PTSD), the Alcohol Use Identification Test (AUDIT), and others.
• Shall conduct special examination when there is objective evidence indicating the employee’s ability to perform essential job functions is compromised.
• The evaluator will use the forms and report templates included as a report to the Occupational Health Physician at the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center within 48 hours of evaluation. The report will indicate Pass/Fail, Recommended/Not Recommended regarding the use of a firearm.

Why choose Sanford Federal?

You can take pride in working for a company dedicated to serving our government by providing the best, most cost-effective solutions for the US Government. Our work helps the US Government secure our nation, support the efforts of our military and intelligence communities, and provide lifesaving medical services to our soldiers, vets, and their families.

Please submit your most up-to-date resume. Please be sure to highlight your relevant experience.

Sanford Federal, Inc. is an equal opportunity to employ and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.