Organisational Psychologist

272313 · Sedentary

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Organisational psychologists study workplace behaviour and environments. They may help organisations improve workplace wellbeing and productivity.

Most common salary $101k – $134k

Upper salary up to $150k

Training 6-7 years

Description

Applies psychological principles and techniques to study occupational behaviour, working conditions and organisational structure, and solve problems of work performance and organisational design.

Typical work tasks

Develops interview techniques, psychological tests and other aids in workplace selection, placement, appraisal and promotion; conducts surveys and research studies on job design, work groups, morale, motivation, supervision and management; performs job analyses and establishes job requirements by observing and interviewing employees and managers.

Typical work environment

Works indoors in office environments as part of public and private business, but more likely as part of independent specialist organisations.
Works in adequately heated, lit, ventilated and clean, well maintained workspaces.

Typical physical and mental demands

Sedentary physical demand. Sits to meet with clients or at computers when preparing or writing reports. Occasionally stands, walks and moves around the workspace. Lifting, carrying or pulling is not a significant component of the job. There is occasional to frequent repetitive hand and finger movements required when using a computer or when writing. There is frequent use of hand-held objects and equipment including computers, writing tools, testing and assessment and other reference materials. Mental skills necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with verbal and written communication, interpersonal, administration, assessment, behavioural information gathering, analysis and evaluation, research, report writing, organisational, problem solving and decision-making capabilities.

Entry signal Reviewed

Requires a substantial formal qualification. A licence or registration is legally required.

Entry barrier Formal qualification

Licence / registration Licence/registration required

ANZSCO skill level 1

Next-day ready No

How this was determined (model-generated): Organisational psychologist: protected/registered title; the '5yrs experience' ER alternative does not bypass mandatory registration. Proposal correct.

Entry Requirements

A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.
Registration is required.

Further Comments

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.