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      ACADEMIC CATALOG

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      CRIMINAL JUSTICE



      The Occupations

      Law Enforcement Officer, Dispatchers, Probation/Parole Officer, Case Managers, Security Guard, Detective, Correctional Officer, Airport Security, Court Mediator

      About the Occupations

      Police officers, detectives, guards and correctional officers are employed to help safeguard lives and property. They enforce the laws and regulations that protect individuals’ safety and constitutional rights. The main goal is protection and service to the community. Responsibilities range from controlling traffic and helping to prevent crimes to investigating and arresting suspects. A few officers join specialized units that assist in crime fighting and apprehension of criminals.

      Private police duties vary with the service provided by their employer. In airports, they help protect the safety of the traveling public and search for contraband. In retail stores, they often work undercover. In buildings and banks, guards help protect employees, merchandise and money.

      Corrections officers provide direct supervision of incarcerated people while awaiting trial. They help maintain order, enforce regulations, supervise programs, or work assignments and help maintain the security and safety of other officers and detainees.

      Probation and parole officers, case managers, and counselors assist offenders, both in the community and those who are incarcerated offenders, by identifying problem areas and developing plans of action to assist the person in working toward becoming a productive law-abiding citizen. They make court recommendations, prepare sentencing assessments, and provide services for inmates, offenders, and their families.

       

      WORK ENVIRONMENT  
      Employers
      • Correctional institutions
      • Municipal, county, state or federal agencies
      • Businesses, schools, hotels, hospitals
      • Airports
      • Private corrections companies
      Typical Schedule
      • 40-48 hour work week
      • Overtime/shift work usual
      • Frequent holiday/weekend/night work
      • Tuition reimbursement
      Tools and Equipment
      • Daily reports, inmate records, court summons & other records
      • Handcuffs, firearms, OC spray, tasers,
      • Radio, telephones, and computer equipment
      • Electronic surveillance devices
      • Patrol car
      WORKER PORTRAIT  
      Skills and Aptitudes
      • Acts quickly/makes good decisions
      • Handles detailed work well
      • Performs duties in accordance with laws & departmental rules
      • Takes and gives directions easily
      • Provides leadership
      • Alert, dependable, and emotionally stable
      • Thorough, accurate, and observant
      • Displays a strong work ethic and high values
      • No prior convictions
      • Role model
      Interests
      • Enjoys working with people
      • Interested in performing a useful service that benefits society
      • Enjoys working with little supervision
      OUTLOOK OCCUPATION
      Good Probation/Parole Officer/Counselor
      Good Police Officer
      Good Correction Officer
      Good Security Guard
      Good Dispatcher
      Stable Detective
      POSITION SALARY (PER YEAR)
      Probation/Parole Officer/Counselor $26,000 - $37,000
      Police Officer $26,000 - $43,500
      Correction Officer $27,340 - $32,100
      Security Guard $18,000 - $26,000
      Dispatcher $22,000 - $26,000
      Detective $26,000 - $43,500
      Airport Security $23,508 - $35,276

       

      (Note: Individual earnings may vary based upon the job set- ting and position. These are ranges not guarantees of earnings.)

      Sources: Horizons, Discover, the Occupational Outlook Handbook

       

      CONCENTRATION OPTIONS DEGREE / CERTIFICATE TYPE DEGREE PLANS
      Criminal Justice Associate of Arts View Degree Plan
      Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Science View Degree Plan
      Criminal Justice Corrections Certificate View Degree Plan
      Basic Peace Officer Certificate View Degree Plan
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