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Why You Haven't Gotten Hired for a Criminal Justice or Criminology Career Yet

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 23:23:20 +0000

Forgive me if I come off as sounding harsh, but believe me when I say I'm only telling you this because I learned it the hard way.

You've got a degree, maybe even high grades. You're smart, adaptable, eager to learn new things and excited to start a new job in criminal justice or criminology, where you can utilize your unique knowledge, skills and abilities to help others in a rewarding job. That about sum up your resume's objective statement? I thought so. With so much going for you, then, why don't you have a job yet?

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Criminology Career Options for Nature Lovers

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:45:03 +0000

Are you the type of person who loves nature, animals, water or recreation? Are you looking for a stable, rewarding and exciting career? Have you ever considered jobs in criminal justice or criminology? When it comes to fighting crime, career options abound, especially for those who love nature and the great outdoors.

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Federal Law Enforcement Careers: Big Effort, Big Payoff

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:10:14 +0000

Federal law enforcement jobs are hard to land, and once you're hired you'll be required to undergo extensive and intensive training. You'll have to be mentally and physically tough ...

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How to Become a Secret Service Agent

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:10:01 +0000

The United States Secret Service is the premier agency for both financial fraud and dignitary protection. Agents may find themselves investigating a case of counterfeiting one day, and protecting ...

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Choosing the the Right Major for Criminology and CriminalJustice Careers

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 08:55:31 +0000

Enjoy the summer while you can, because the new school year is right around the corner. For many of you, it will soon be time to declare a major. Even if you know ...

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Police Tase Llama. No, That's Not a Typo.

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 19:56:06 +0000

My adopted home town, while the capital of a not insignificant state, is still relatively small and, I like to think, still has that southern small-town character. With that, ...

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Supreme Court Rules Police Can Collect DNA from Arrestees

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:49:25 +0000

The United States Supreme Court has ruled that police can take your DNA if you're arrested for a crime, validating what has become common practice in more than half of ...

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How to Become an FBI Agent

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 13:10:35 +0000

At some point in their career, I'm guessing it's a safe bet nearly every police officer or investigator out there has, at one time or another, considered a career as an FBI agent...

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Summer Fun Can Inspire Future Careers in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Wed, 29 May 2013 20:02:09 +0000

Ah, summer. For students, it's that magical time of transition where fun and relaxation give way to new hopes and expectations for the coming school year. It's also a wonderful time to look for inspiration as you contemplate a future career. As I am so often fond of pointing out, criminology and criminal justice careers offer plenty of opportunities to work in fields you're truly passionate about. What better way to find your areas of interest than to take a look at how you spent your summers?

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Careers in Forensic Science

Sun, 26 May 2013 08:29:13 +0000

For centuries, investigators have been looking for better ways to definitively solve crimes through science. If you have an analytical mind, an appreciation for the scientific method and a ...

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