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Law, Public Safety, and Security
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Administrative Law Judges
Conduct hearings and make decisions on claims related to government programs. |
Animal Control Workers
Investigate abandoned, neglected, or dangerous animals. |
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
Work to resolve conflicts outside of the court system. |
Bailiffs
Maintain order in courts of law. |
Correctional Officers and Jailers
Guard inmates in jails and prisons. |
Court Reporters
Record legal testimony using a variety of methods and equipment. |
Crossing Guards
Guide or control foot traffic on streets, near schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites. |
Detectives and Criminal Investigators
Investigate or solve crimes. |
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
Care for sick and injured people in emergency situations. |
Fire Inspectors and Investigators
Inspect buildings to identify fire hazards or investigate fires. |
Firefighters
Control and put out fires and respond to emergency situations. |
Fish and Game Wardens
Patrol certain areas to prevent people from breaking fishing or gaming laws. |
Forensic Science Technicians
Assist in investigating crimes by collecting and analyzing evidence. |
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Enforce fire regulations and recommend ways to prevent forest fires. |
Gaming Surveillance Officers and Gaming Investigators
Patrol and inspect casino property against cheating or other irregular activities. |
Judges and Magistrates
Advise and decide on cases in criminal or civil courts of law. |
Judicial Law Clerks
Assist judges in court or by conducting legal research. |
Lawyers
Draw up legal documents and represent clients in legal proceedings. |
Legal Secretaries
Perform clerical duties using legal documents and procedures. |
Lifeguards and Ski Patrollers
Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to keep people safe. |
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Assist lawyers by investigating legal facts or preparing legal documents. |
Parking Enforcement Workers
Issue tickets to cars that are parked illegally. |
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Maintain order and protect lives and property by enforcing laws. |
Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers
Operate radio, telephone, or computer equipment at emergency response centers. |
Private Detectives and Investigators
Find and analyze information about legal, personal, or financial matters. |
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Work with and monitor offenders to prevent them from committing new crimes. |
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
Create systems to reduce the risk of theft in retail stores. |
Security Guards
Patrol property to prevent theft or other illegal activities. |
Supervisors of Correctional Officers
Supervise the activities of correctional officers and jailers. |
Supervisors of Firefighters
Supervise the activities of firefighters. |
Supervisors of Police Officers
Supervise the activities of police officers. |
Title Examiners and Searchers
Find and summarize legal information from various documents. |
Transit and Railroad Police
Protect railroad property, employees, or passengers. |