Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Ronald G. Burns is Full Professor of Criminal Justice in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Texas Christian University. He earned his degrees from the University of South Carolina and Florida State University, and has published more than 70 scholarly articles. Burns has also authored, coauthored, or edited 10 books, including Criminal Justice: The System in Perspective and Multiculturalism, Crime, and Criminal Justice (3rd edition). His teaching and research interests primarily pertain to law enforcement, white-collar crime, and criminal case processing.

Part 1: The Criminal Justice and Criminology Workforce

1 An Overview of Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology

2 A History of Criminal Justice Focused on Employment and Academic Study

3 Opportunities and Trends in Criminal Justice and Criminology Employment

4 Working in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Part 2: Preparing and Selling Yourself

5 A Self-Assessment to Prepare for a Career in Criminal Justice or Criminology

6 Your Criminal Justice and Criminology Education

7 Preparing for Employment in Criminal Justice and Criminology

8 Internships in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Part 3: Working Toward Justice

9 Careers in Law Enforcement

10 Working in the Courts

11 Careers in Corrections

12 Working in the Juvenile Justice System

13 Other Employment Opportunities in Criminal Justice and Criminology

14 Epilogue

Appendix A Sample Cover Letter, Resumes, and Follow-up Letter

Appendix B State Labor Offices

Appendix C Federal Criminal Justice and Criminology Employment Resources

Appendix D Careers in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Appendix E Salaries for Select Criminal Justice and Criminology Positions

Appendix F Curriculum Vitae Shell

Index