Director of Forensic Psychology

Agency

452 Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service, Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS)

Director of Forensic Psychology

Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK

Full Time, Exempt, Regular. Compensation commensurate with education and experience.

• Lead and oversee forensic psychology programs across Oklahoma.
• Conduct and supervise complex forensic evaluations.
• Provide expert witness testimony in legal proceedings.
• Train and mentor forensic examiners and psychology staff.
• Collaborate with legal, medical, and administrative teams.
• Develop policies, ensure compliance, and guide program strategy.
• Manage budgeting, planning, and interagency coordination.

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA‑accredited).
• Completion of a 1‑year pre‑doctoral internship, including direct supervision from a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical or counseling psychology.
• Minimum of 4 years of post‑doctoral specialized training in the evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients.
• At least 2 years of licensure as a psychologist.
• Demonstrated experience in forensic evaluations and expert testimony.

• Successful completion of OSBI background check.
• Pre‑employment drug screen required.
• J1 waiver sponsor.

• Generous state‑paid benefit allowance.
• Multiple health insurance options (no pre‑existing condition exclusions).
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in the first year.
• Retirement plan with strong employer match.
• Longevity bonuses.
• Student loan repayment opportunities.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.

• Minutes from Grand Lake, the Cherokee—one of Oklahoma’s premier destinations for boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living.
• Relaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutes.
• Access to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spaces.
• Unique local shops, dining, and cultural attractions.
• Close‑knit community with easy access to Tulsa.

The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available on request. The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.