KENTECH Consulting Inc.
A national leader in public safety and investigative technology solutions, KENTECH supports law enforcement and government agencies with innovative background screening and vetting services. As we expand our offerings in Texas, we are hiring a licensed psychologist to conduct pre-employment psychological evaluations for peace officer candidates—starting with a major contract for the Dallas Police Department.
Position Summary:
KENTECH is seeking a Texas-licensed psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) with expertise in pre-employment psychological screening for law enforcement. This role involves administering psychological evaluations in compliance with Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Rule §217.1, ensuring officers meet the psychological standards required for sworn service.
This is a contract or employed opportunity with flexible hours, administrative support, and the option to work fully remote. You will serve as the provider of record, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and professionalism in all assessments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct pre-employment psychological evaluations for peace officer applicants following a conditional offer of employment
- Administer and interpret standardized psychological assessments (e.g., MMPI-2, CPI, or equivalent)
- Perform clinical interviews (via secure video or in person)
- Prepare clear and legally compliant reports indicating “Fit” or “Not Fit for Duty” status
- Maintain accurate, HIPAA-compliant documentation and ensure all processes align with BHEC, TCOLE, and APA standards
- Collaborate with KENTECH’s internal scheduling and background investigation teams for workflow management
- Participate in periodic audits or reviews of evaluation processes and outcomes
Qualifications:
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an accredited institution
- Active, unrestricted Texas psychologist license in good standing through BHEC / Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
- Authorized and qualified to conduct psychological evaluations under TCOLE Rule §217.1
- Experience with law enforcement psychological screenings or public safety assessments preferred
- Familiarity with tools like Pearson Q-Local, HIPAA-compliant video platforms, and secure documentation practices
- Strong written communication and clinical judgment skills
Compensation:
Per-evaluation fee or monthly retainer options available
- Competitive rates and flexible workload
- Opportunity to grow a long-term relationship as part of a pioneering law enforcement screening initiative
Additional Requirements:
- Must serve as provider of record; KENTECH does not practice psychology and will represent services as “in partnership with licensed psychologists”
- Must carry or be eligible for professional liability insurance
- Must be able to retain evaluation records for a minimum of two years per TCOLE requirements
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
WHO WE ARE
KENTECH Consulting, Inc. is the premiere background investigation solutions firm in the U.S. As a licensed Private Detective Agency, our experts use the latest technology to provide comprehensive, reliable reports to help our clients make sound business decisions. We have our finger on the pulse of the industry and understand your business demands. With multi-industry experience, we provide compliant services with a diverse host of investigation services.
WHAT WE DO
KENTECH offers customized solutions tailored to the industry that matters most to any business. Our innovative, sophisticated tools allow us to provide digital background and security checks up to 75% faster than traditional methods. As an established authority for background checking technology throughout the U.S., KENTECH offers instant access to more than 500 million records in our database.
OUR VISION
To help the world make clear and informed decisions.
OUR MISSION
KENTECH is a global provider of background investigation services. We are committed to providing our clients with fast and accurate results.
Careers
WE ARE LOOKING FOR. . . .
Remarkable people who are critical thinkers, intellectually curious and passionate.
People who are great at what they do and create value by generating ideas and results that exceed expectations and delight customers.
Kindred spirits—people interested in being a part of the background checking industry and who "get" our noble vision of helping revolutionize digital identification with amazing solutions and zealot for customer service.
People who relish a good challenge and have never walked away from a problem that they could not resolve.
Those who accept nothing less than being part of a high-performing company that encourages every individual to be at their "professional best".
People who know the meaning of "work hard/play hard", who like to laugh and have fun at work, consider their co-workers to be friends.
Individuals who are as excited by our future as we are (and want to be a part of it).
IF THIS IS YOU, CHECK OUT OUR CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES—DON'T DELAY ; YOUR TEAM AWAITS.
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