Senior Director-Level Industrial-Organizational Psychologist

Location Open to hiring in San Francisco Chicago New York City and hybrid work environments with travel expectations of 3050 About BTS BTS is a global consulting firm focused on the transformative power of the people side of strategy For nearly four decades we have pioneered business simulations and digital learning experiences that help the worlds leading companies turn strategy into tangible results Our innovative approach blends deep business insights with cutting edge developments in industrial organizational psychology enabling targeted interventions that advance organizations and their talent simultaneously About the Role As a Senior Director level Industrial Organizational Psychologist within the Talent Insights & Assessment Center of Expertise COE you will serve as one of our most senior practitionersdesigning innovative AI enabled and scientifically rigorous assessment solutions while leading high impact client engagements Through your work and counsel you will meaningfully influence the COEs direction by contributing advanced expertise shaping new methodologies and helping set the bar for excellence in assessment design and delivery You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders guiding them through complex talent decisions and enabling strategy execution through precise talent insights You will also play a significant role in developing others within the COE mentoring team members and helping strengthen BTSs global assessment capabilities What Youll Do Assessment Design Innovation & AI IntegrationDesign develop and validate custom assessment content eg simulations SJTs interviews psychometric tools that integrate digital capabilities and ethical scientifically grounded applications of artificial intelligenceContribute to the COEs innovation agenda by identifying emerging trends in behavioral science leadership assessment and AIand translating them into practical enhancements to our solutionsPrototype and refine new methodologies including adaptive assessments digital simulations predictive analytics and AI assisted scoring modelsCollaborate with product developers data scientists and COE leadership to ensure methodological rigor responsible use of AI and scalability of solutionsClient Leadership & Senior AdvisoryLead major client engagements serving as the senior advisor to executives navigating workforce strategy succession decisions transformation efforts and leadership capability developmentTranslate strategy into talent insights delivering clear evidence based recommendations that influence enterprise level decision makingFacilitate high impact client experiencesbringing cutting edge assessment approaches into complex consulting environments to drive meaningful changeIllustrate the strategic and organizational impact of assessment solutions through compelling storytelling and executive level communicationThought Leadership & Market ImpactContribute to the development of practical tools frameworks and insights that strengthen BTSs assessment offerings and reflect emerging trends in the fieldRepresent BTS in external settings eg client executive sessions selective industry events or partner forums to share expertise and demonstrate the value of our assessment solutionsManage and grow client accounts leveraging business development skills to expand BTSs footprint in the assessment and strategy execution spacePeople Leadership & Internal Capability BuildingMentor and coach assessment professionals across levels supporting growth in assessment design delivery report writing and executive feedback skillsContribute to capability building initiatives that deepen the teams expertise elevate quality standards and accelerate readiness for work with senior level business leadersModel excellence in scientific rigor commercial orientation client advisory skills and innovation for colleagues across the global COEInternal Influence & ContributionContribute expert perspective to COE working groups focused on methodology standards innovation or product enhancementShare best practices across regions to strengthen global consistency quality and impact in assessment deliveryProvide input into future COE priorities and investment areas influencing direction through expertise rather than formal ownership What Were Looking For Masters degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology with 17 years of assessment experience or a PhD with 15 years of relevant experienceDeep expertise in assessment science including psychometrics validation and the innovative application of digital tools and artificial intelligenceProven success in business development specifically in selling and delivering assessment solutions in a consulting environmentProven success leading complex high stakes client engagements and advising senior executives on talent strategyDemonstrated contribution to innovative assessment methodologies products or digitalAI enabled solutionsEstablished thought leadership through publications speaking engagements research or recognized expertise in the fieldStrong influencing skills with comfort leading without formal authority and operating as a senior expert within a global COEExcellent facilitation communication and executive presence with the ability to translate complex findings into actionable insightsTrack record of mentoring developing and elevating others capabilitiesEligibility to work in the US permanently without sponsorship is required Why BTS At BTS innovation and collaboration are core to how we solve talent challenges As a Senior Director you will help shape the next era of assessmentpushing beyond traditional methods to explore AI driven insights digital experiences and new approaches grounded in behavioral science Youll work with talented colleagues around the world in a culture that encourages curiosity experimentation and bold thinking From day one youll play a significant role in influencing the evolution of our assessment work deepening your craft and making a transformative impact on the organizations we serve If you are passionate about advancing the science and practice of assessment while operating as a trusted advisor to senior leaders BTS offers an unparalleled opportunity to do so Salary Information Annual Salary Range 190000 210000 This range is for Senior Director level roles Starting salary is determined by experience and educationdegree level