Job Opportunities in Criminal Justice
Projections for job opportunities in criminal justice are very favorable through at least 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Criminal justice job opportunities include careers in law enforcement, corrections, probation, parole and forensic science.
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Growth in Job Opportunities
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The BLS projected criminal justice job opportunities would increase by as much as 19 percent from 2008 through 2018.
Hiring Authorities
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Most criminal justice job opportunities are with state and local governments, with the federal government having a lesser amount. Local police departments have the most criminal justice job opportunities.
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Education Requirements
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A high school diploma is the minimum education requirement for most criminal justice job opportunities. Tuition assistance for post-secondary criminal justice courses is offered to job applicants by state agencies
Earnings
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Annual salaries for criminal justice job opportunities range from $25,000 for an entry-level position to well over $100,000 for a top supervisory position. Some positions require extensive overtime, greatly increasing an individual's earnings.
Advancement Opportunities
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Generally, the higher an individual's level of education and training, the greater the opportunity for advancement. Law-enforcement promotions usually require a written examination.
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