This guide details how to get a federal law enforcement job, the benefits you will gain, and an overview on all the federal law enforcement agencies. The information comes from the combined 64 years of the federal law enforcement experience of the two authors, who were managers at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. The book covers interviews, background checks, and oral boards. We identify and categorize federal law enforcement jobs to assist job candidates with finding the right employment. Real world case studies are highlighted for job applications, interviews, and how to successfully to be hired.

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.

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.

There is no more challenging and rewarding career than law enforcement, but so few know where to start in order to break into this exciting field. Written by a seasoned law enforcement professional, The Everything Guide to Careers in Law Enforcement will help you navigate the application, hiring, and training process. This unique comprehensive handbook covers all aspects of job options available - from local and state police to National Park Rangers and Homeland Security officers. Inside, you'll find: Candidate requirements Desired qualities and education for applicants Where and how to apply to different agencies The future of law enforcement in the twenty-first century If you're curious about this rewarding yet unsung field, The Everything Guide to Careers in Law Enforcement is the accessible and essential guide you need to get started on your way to a fulfilling career!

Hundreds of jobs are listed and described in local, state, federal, military, and special law enforcement agencies. Here’s advice on where to look for job openings, how to apply, and how to meet law enforcement agency qualifications. Careers cover a variety of areas including municipal police officer, deputy sheriff, corrections officer, state police officer, federal agents, criminal investigators, and many more. Advice is given and opportunities are cited for current and recently retired law enforcement officers. Helpful web sites are listed in this edition, and more than 100 law enforcement insignia patches are illustrated.

In the three years following the September 11th, 2001, terrorist attacks, the Federal Bureau of Investigation hired 2,200 new Special Agents. But that was out of more than 150,000 applicants, and you can be sure the successful candidates had not only relevant backgrounds, but also determination and a genuine desire to embark on one of the most coveted, rewarding, and challenging careers in the world. The FBI Career Guide spells out exactly what the Bureau is looking for in Special Agent candidates, and how to maximize your chances of being selected from the huge applicant pool.