Federal psychology jobs
Psychologist positions (series 0180) include clinical, counseling, neuropsychology and research roles at VA medical centers, military installations, the Bureau of Prisons and research agencies.
Clinical psychologist announcements generally ask for a doctoral degree from an APA- or PCSAS-accredited program and an APA-accredited internship. Some agencies also post predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship openings.
USAJOBS currently lists 230 open psychology announcements. The most active recent employers are Veterans Health Administration, Military Treatment Facilities under DHA and Defense Human Resources Activity. 45 of the latest 100 offer remote work or telework.
OPM occupational series: 0180
- Open announcements
- 230
- Top hiring agency (recent)
- Veterans Health Administration
- Remote or telework (recent)
- 45 / 100
Occupation snapshot: Psychology
National figures for related occupations across all employers, not just the federal government. Federal pay is set by each announcement's grade and locality.
| Occupation | National median wage | Outlook | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling PsychologistsO*NET-SOC 19-3033.00 | $100,580 per year$48.36 per hour2025 data | Bright outlook12% projected change (2025-2035)4,100 openings per year | Doctoral or professional degree |
This page includes information from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA), and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Newest federal psychology jobs
Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health Consultant)
Closes Nov 11, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Quantico, Virginia
$121,785 - $158,322 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Clinical Psychology
Closes Nov 16, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Reno, Nevada
$91,227 - $185,580 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Clinical Psychologist
Closes Nov 17, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Reno, Nevada
$91,227 - $185,580 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
$96,905 - $179,552 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
$96,905 - $179,552 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Shawnee, Oklahoma
$96,905 - $179,552 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Shawnee, Oklahoma
$96,905 - $179,552 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Ann Arbor, Michigan
$85,989 - $159,327 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory Clinical Psychologist
Closes Nov 10, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
$131,342 - $170,750 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Psychologist-Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI)
Closes Jan 8, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
White City, Oregon
$89,313 - $165,486 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Clinical Psychologist
Closes Nov 16, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Naval Medical Center, San Diego, California
$121,585 - $158,062 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist - Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program
Closes Nov 17, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Houston, Texas
$107,176 - $198,583 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist - Home Based Primary Care
Closes Jan 4, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Grand Junction, Colorado
$93,364 - $172,992 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist (PCMHI)
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$88,235 - $163,488 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Psychology Program Manager
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$125,776 - $187,135 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Clinical Psychologist (Drug Abuse Program Coordinator)
Closes Nov 9, 2026Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Department of Justice
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
$89,508 - $138,370 per year · GS-12 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Stillwater, Oklahoma
$96,905 - $179,552 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Stillwater, Oklahoma
$96,905 - $179,552 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health)
Closes Nov 16, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
$111,119 - $144,457 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Psychologist, Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Center (PRRC) Program
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Las Vegas, Nevada
$94,602 - $175,285 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Psychology Program Manager - RRTP Director
Closes Nov 16, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Tomah, Wisconsin
$159,525 - $207,389 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Psychologist Program Manager, Suicide Prevention
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Dayton, Ohio
$145,546 - $189,216 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Psychology Program Manager
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Clarksburg, West Virginia
$136,671 - $177,678 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Cilincal Psychologist (Mental Health)
Closes Nov 16, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Hill AFB, Utah
$106,437 - $138,370 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
$88,956 - $164,824 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Psychology - Program Manager
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$157,215 - $204,386 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Psychology - Program Manager
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$157,215 - $204,386 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist (Behavioral Medicine)
Closes Sep 30, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Memphis, Tennessee
$147,890 - $192,259 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Staff Psychologist (Inpatient)
Closes Nov 6, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Salisbury, North Carolina
$94,602 - $175,285 per year · GS-11 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Behavioral Health Provider (O-5 Billet) Supervisory
Closes Nov 29, 2026Immigration and Customs Enforcement · Department of Homeland Security
Batavia, New York
$1 - $150,000 per year · CC-5
- Full-time
- Permanent
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