A valuable supplement to students considering a career in the criminal justice field, this book provides an emphasis on planning, pursuing, and preparing for the hiring process. It includes three main sections of planning a realistic path, selecting an appropriate career, and preparing for the hiring process. Students will be able to peruse the relevant chapters repeatedly when they are ready to start the process of applying for various jobs. INDICE: PrefaceAcknowledgementsAbout the AuthorI. SECTION 1 - PLANNING1. Know Yourself Introduction What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You Self Assessments What Color is Your Parachute? Keirsey Temperament Sorter True Colors What Type Am I? The Four Temperaments What Color is Your Personality? HumanMetrics GAcollege411 Summary2. Setting Realistic Goal Introduction Setting Realistic Goals Issues with Police Work The Use of Deception The Role of Acting in Police Work The Use of Discretion The Use of Force The Polygraph Test Interviewing and Interrogating The Internal Investigations Issues in the Judicial System The Power of Persuasion Attitude Communication Skills Salary Issues Power and Responsibility Ethics in Court The Battle of Wits Issues in Corrections The Communication Gap The Dangers for Correctional Officers Alternative Correctional Careers The Realities of Working in Criminal Justice Change The Search for Happiness SummaryII. SECTION 2 - PURSUING3. Local and State Law Enforcement Introduction – Local Law Enforcement Game and Fish Warden Gaming Officer Campus PoliceNon-Sworn Opportunities Diversity Issues Summary4. Federal Law Enforcement Introduction FBI DEA ATF Border Patrol ICE U.S. Secret Service U.S. Marshals Non-Sworn Positions Diversity in Federal Law Enforcement Experience Summary5. Forensic Science Introduction Crime Scene Technician Forensic Scientist Medical Examiner Investigative Technician Criminalist – DNA Analyst Criminalist – Toxicologist Forensic Nurse Examiner Forensic Psychiatrist Specialist Forensic Interviewer Forensic Entomologist Diversity in Forensic Jobs Summary6. Victim Services Introduction Victim Advocate and Related Positions Diversity in Victim Services Summary7. Courts Introduction Law School Job Search Law careers Diversity in Law careers Summary8. Corrections Introduction State Correctional Officer County Detention Officer City Jailer Parole / Probation Officer Juvenile Rehabilitation Officer Home Detention Officer Probation Aide Parole Board Hearing Officer Diversity in Probation and Parole Work Summary9. Private Security and Investigations Introduction Security Officer Private Investigators Loss Prevention Armed Security Guard Diversity Issues in Private Security SummaryIII. SECTION 3 - PREPARING10. Getting a Foot in the Door Introduction Portfolios Letters of Recommendation Certificates Volunteer Service Education Documentation Vita/Resume Interview Preparation Police Ride-a-Long Court/Attorney Observations Firearms Physical Fitness Volunteering vs. Internships Education/Grades Law School Admission Test The Application Written Tests Psychological Test Summary11. The Interview Introduction Punctuality Appearance Body Language Introductions Sample Questions Dos and Don’ts A Note to Females Personal Note to Minorities, Females, Gays, and Lesbians A Note to Law Students Summary
- ISBN: 978-1-4833-3146-1
- Editorial: SAGE Publications, Inc
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 256
- Fecha Publicación: 30/04/2014
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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