Careers in CRJ
The BS, criminal justice provides a foundation that can lead to a variety of positions/promotions, including:
Law Enforcement
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Highway Patrol
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State Trooper
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Sheriff鈥檚 Deputy
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Border Patrol Agent
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Campus Police Officer
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Correctional Officer
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Special Agent
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Probation Officer
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Juvenile Specialist
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Park Ranger
Investigation
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Investigator
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Homicide Detective
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Crime Scene Investigator
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Intelligence Analyst (L.E.)
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Forensic Specialist
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Fraud Investigator
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Criminal Investigator
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Field Investigator
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Inspector
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Security Analyst
Other
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Victim Witness Advocate
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Public Safety Specialist
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Loss Prevention Officer
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Security Officer/Manager
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Compliance Officer
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Gaming Agent
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Interdiction Agent
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Court Advocate
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Judicial Case Manager
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Safety Manager
Work Settings
The BS, criminal justice leads to a breadth of opportunities, including:
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Federal, State, Local Governments
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Correctional Facilities
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Municipal Law Enforcement/Administration
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Educational Institutions
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Healthcare Institutions/Medical Centers
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Private Sector: Finance, Insurance, Retail, Transportation
Top In-Demand Skills in Criminal Justice
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Law Enforcement
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Criminal Corrections
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Emergency Management
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Legal Hearings
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Crime Prevention
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Criminal Justice
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Auditing
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Case Management
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Human Services
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Public Administration
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Social Work