About the opportunity
The Bureau of Prisons is seeking a dedicated professional to serve as a Clinical Psychologist (Chief Psychologist) in Three Rivers, Texas. This position is critical to maintaining a humane and secure environment, ensuring public safety, and preparing individuals for successful reentry. The incumbent will review research and reports, provide professional opinions to executive staff regarding troubled or disruptive inmates, manage the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and provide professional supervision to the Psychology Services department staff. As a correctional institution employee, the incumbent is also responsible for maintaining the security of the institution, a duty that takes precedence over all other responsibilities.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $89,943 – $116,929 per annum
- 25% group retention incentive for eligible selectees
- Professional development and management experience in a correctional setting
Who can apply?
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in clinical or counseling psychology
- Full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
- At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
- Must successfully complete a background investigation, physical, and urinalysis
- Must complete the 'Introduction to Correctional Techniques' three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia
Required documents
- Resume (limited to 2 pages, including name, contact info, and relevant experience)
- Copy of current, unrestricted psychology license showing expiration date
- SF-50 (for current/former federal employees)
- College transcripts (if education is used to qualify)
- Most recent performance appraisal/evaluation
- Proof of CTAP eligibility (if applicable)
- List of awards received in the last 5 years
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on September 11, 2026
How to apply
- Read the full announcement and instructions on USAJOBS
- Click the 'Apply Online' button
- Complete all required questionnaires and assessments
- Upload all necessary supporting documentation
- Submit the application package by the deadline
- Complete any required USA Hire Assessments if notified after submission
Additional information
- Initial appointment to a supervisory/managerial position requires a one-year probationary period.
- The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet agency needs.
- Applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
- Applicants not currently working in an institution must complete a qualification inquiry regarding domestic violence convictions to be authorized to carry a firearm.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- U.S. citizens with a Ph.D. or equivalent in clinical or counseling psychology.
- Licensed psychologists with at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level.
- Professionals interested in correctional psychology and professional supervision.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires a mandatory three-week training course in Glynco, Georgia.
- The incumbent may be subject to geographic relocation to meet agency needs.
- Security duties take precedence over all other clinical responsibilities in a correctional setting.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a high-responsibility leadership role for a psychologist looking to manage a department and oversee the Employee Assistance Program within the federal prison system.
Our take
Doctoral-level psychologists with leadership experience who are comfortable working in a high-security correctional environment in Texas should apply.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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