Job Title: Licensed Psychologist – Law Enforcement Psychological Evaluations (New York)

Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor (Remote)

Location: Remote (Must be licensed in the State of New York)

Compensation: Competitive per-candidate rate; project-based

About The Opportunity

KENTECH is seeking a New York-licensed psychologist to support a high-impact, multi-year contract. This is a fully remote role conducting pre-employment psychological assessments for trooper candidates via secure, HIPAA-compliant online platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological interviews with law enforcement candidates remotely via secure video platform
• Interpret psychological test results and background/life history questionnaires
• Prepare individualized psychological assessment reports with suitability ratings
• Comply with all NYSP evaluation procedures and data privacy requirements (HIPAA, FIPS 140-3, etc.)
• Deliver evaluations within the timeline specified (typically 2–3 weeks per cycle)
• Provide expert testimony if required in the event of a legal challenge
• Participate in internal QA processes and collaborate with the broader evaluation team
• Maintain compliance with state/federal regulations on data encryption and confidentiality
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted license as a psychologist in the State of New York (required)
• PhD or PsyD in Clinical, Forensic, or Industrial-Organizational Psychology
• Minimum 5 years of experience in psychological evaluations for law enforcement or public safety candidates
• Proficiency with at least two validated instruments (e.g., CPI, PAI, STAXI)
• Demonstrated ability to produce legally defensible reports with suitability ratings
• Strong understanding of adverse impact reporting and protected class considerations
• U.S. Citizenship and residency required (per state contract)
  
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Must provide and maintain current Professional Liability Insurance coverage
• Must have access to a HIPAA-compliant workspace and secure internet connection
• Must use personal computer equipment compatible with contract security standards
• Willingness to complete background check and provide license verification
• Comfortable using secure scheduling, testing, and reporting platforms
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• ABPP Board Certification in Police & Public Safety Psychology
• Experience working with state law enforcement agencies or large-scale police departments
• Prior experience delivering expert testimony in psychological evaluation-related litigation
  
  
  

To Apply

If you're a seasoned psychologist licensed in New York and passionate about supporting ethical law enforcement hiring practices, we welcome your application.

This is a remote position.