The first--and only--guide to law-enforcement careers with the federal government. Packed with valuable job-getting advice and authoritative, inside information, this fact-filled guide covers exciting career opportunities with such federal agencies as the FBI, CIA, EPA, INS, INTERPOL, National Secutity Agency, Customs, Service, Secret Service, and more. Includes profiles of over 100 agencies, complete job descriptions, qualification and application information. 10 halftones.

If you believe most public law enforcement jobs are found at the state and local levels, think again. The federal government is the single largest employer of law enforcement personnel. Found in numerous agencies, most of the nearly 100,000 law enforcement jobs are interesting, relatively secure, pay well, and lead to career advancement. Despite federal government cutbacks, federal law enforcement jobs appear to be some of the best federal jobs available today.

This book provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date information about federal law enforcement jobs, in a manner that is simple and easy for readers to understand and use. It is the ultimate resource for anyone who is serious about landing a law-enforcement career in the federal system.

Compiled by a former U.S. Secret Service Agent, and featuring new insights from a former investigator at Interpol, this fact-filled guide describes hundreds of positions at more than 100 federal agencies -- from the National Marine Fisheries Service and the U.S. Forest Service to the CIA and the NSA. You'll discover fascinating mini-histories of each agency, and learn about the wide variety of jobs they offer. Book jacket.

This book introduces readers to the variety of jobs in law enforcement. The book covers FBI, INS, DEA, ATF agents as well as the lesser-known park services ranger, polygraph examiners, and postal inspectors.

Many young adults might associate police jobs with dangerous confrontations, but these types of situations represent only a very small part of a law enforcement officer’s responsibilities. Law enforcement professionals are charged with maintaining order and enforcing laws at local, state, and federal levels. This informative title describes various law enforcement career paths, including details on training requirements, compensation, and advancement. Readers will learn about the real rewards and challenges across a range of career options, from patrol officer to FBI agent or national park ranger.