Office of Inspector General-An Atypical Job for a Psychologist

Impact Statement For readers of Psychological Services who are not federal employees, or who are unfamiliar with nonclinical federal jobs, Dr. Moore provides brief information about how to identify job availability, application requirements, and think about whether you are a good candidate for such positions. This article outlines the career of Dr. Dana Moore, who began her federal career as a clinical psychologist at the VA Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Following her husband's transfer to Washington, DC, she moved into VA Central Office training and management positions, which eventually led her to become a Senior Executive in VA's Office of Inspector General. She encourages readers to consider making career choices that open up new opportunities for their future.