Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Cover
Endorsement
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Part 1 The Criminal Justice and Criminology Workforce
	Chapter 1 An Overview of Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology
		“Graduation Day Trauma”
		Criminal Justice, Criminology, and the Criminal Justice System
		What’s Ahead?
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 2 A History of Criminal Justice Focused On Employment and Academic Study
		Why History?
		The Evolution of Criminal Justice Practices and the Creation of Jobs
			1607–1775: The Colonial Era
			1776–1828: A New Nation
			1829–1855: The Jacksonian Era
			1856–1878: The Civil War Era
			1879–1899: The Gilded Age
			1900–1919: The Progressive Era
			1920–1939: The Crisis Era
			1940–1959: The War Years
			1960–1979: The Nationalization Era
			1980–2001: The Reagan Era
			September 11, 2001–Present: The Era of Security
		The Development of Academic Criminal Justice and Criminology Programs
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 3 Opportunities and Trends in Criminal Justice and Criminology Employment
		What’s Available?
			Law Enforcement
				Federal Law Enforcement
				State Law Enforcement
				County Law Enforcement
				Local Law Enforcement
			Courts
			Corrections
			Other Areas
		Employment Trends in and Influences On Employment in Criminal Justice and Criminology
			Terrorism
			Technology
			Fear of Crime
			Sociocultural Changes
			Globalism
			Private Security
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 4 Working in Criminal Justice and Criminology
		Nature of the Work
		Bureaucracies
		Politics
		Crime and Individuals Who Break the Law
		Ethics
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
Part 2 Preparing and Selling Yourself
	Chapter 5 A Self-Assessment to Prepare for a Career in Criminal Justice Or Criminology
		Self-Assessment
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 6 Your Criminal Justice and Criminology Education
		Maximizing Your Education
		Your Coursework
		Graduate Studies
		Seizing Opportunities
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 7 Preparing for Employment in Criminal Justice and Criminology
		Networking
		Locating the Ideal Position
		Preparing Your Cover Letter and Resume
			Cover Letters
			Resumes
		Applying for Positions
		Interviewing
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 8 Internships in Criminal Justice and Criminology
		The Historical Development of Internships
		“Internships: Otherwise Known As…”
		The Benefits of Internships
		Expectations of Internships
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
Part 3 Working Toward Justice
	Chapter 9 Careers in Law Enforcement
		Federal Law Enforcement
			Career Profiles
			Working in Federal Law Enforcement
		State Law Enforcement
		Local Law Enforcement
		Special Jurisdiction Law Enforcement Agencies
		Recruitment, Selection, and Training
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 10 Working in the Courts
		Organization of Courts
		The Courtroom Actors
			Judges
			Prosecutors
			Defense Attorneys
			Court Reporters
			Clerks of Court
			Court Administrators
			Bailiffs
			Paralegals
			Others Who Work in the Courts
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 11 Careers in Corrections
		The Nature of Working in Corrections
		Positions Within Institutional Corrections
			Wardens
			Correctional Officers
			Correctional Treatment Specialists
			Prerelease Correctional Counselors
			Corrections Education Specialists
		Positions in Community Corrections
			Community Supervision Officers
			Pretrial Services Officers
			Reentry Center Managers
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 12 Working in the Juvenile Justice System
		Juvenile Involvement in the Justice System
		Working in the Juvenile Justice System
		Employment Opportunities Within the Juvenile Justice System
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 13 Other Employment Opportunities in Criminal Justice and Criminology
		Victim Services
		Private Security
		Crime Analysis and Mapping
		Forensic Science
		Other Crime and Justice-Based Employment Opportunities
		Encouragement for Career Advancement
		Summary
		Discussion Questions
		Critical Thinking Exercise
		For Further Examination
	Chapter 14 Epilogue
		Promotions
		Career Development
		Summary
		References
	Appendix A: Sample Cover Letter, Resumes, and Follow-Up Letter
	Appendix B:State Labor Offices
	Appendix C: Federal Criminal Justice and Criminology Employment Resources
	Appendix D: Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology
	Appendix E: Salaries for Select Criminal Justice and Criminology Positions
	Appendix F: Curriculum Vitae Shell
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