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What are other job options in the field of criminal justice besides police work?

I would like to be a lawyer, however I do not know if I want to continue school after my undergraduate. Therefore, I want to still have a job that involves criminal justice but I do not want to be a police officer. #law

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Sailor criminal justice as a whole is a very expansive career field, and there are many facets of this field that provide a variety of different career opportunities. One major branch of criminal justice is law enforcement, which involves upholding the laws and mandates of one’s area and working to protect people and keep the peace. Some career options within this subject include police officers and detectives. Another criminal justice topic with a good deal of career potential is working within the judicial system and working to investigate criminal cases and work to prosecute criminals or defend the innocent. Some professions within this realm include lawyers and judges. A final professional facet of criminal justice to consider is public and social work, which involves working to rehabilitate those who have broken the law or helping provide resources and support for victims of crimes. Some sample positions dealing with this kind of work include social workers and counselors. These are just some of the numerous jobs available for someone considering a career in the criminal justice field.

PARALEGAL ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Paralegals, or legal assistants, work in private law firms or in the public sector and perform support tasks for attorneys. Paralegals investigate the facts of a case, collect documents from a variety of sources, research legal cases, write reports and legal documents, draft pleadings and motions to be filed with the court, and assist attorneys during trials. Outside of courtroom preparation, legal assistants may prepare civil documents such as wills, contracts, mortgages, and separation agreements; interview witnesses and clients; and maintain communication with clients. Paralegals generally must have some formal education to find employment. Community colleges typically offer two-year paralegal programs while colleges and universities feature four-year programs. While some organizations will hire candidates with a two-year degree or certificate, the National Federation of Paralegals Association asserts that employers are increasingly requiring paralegals to possess a four-year degree and recommends that all aspiring paralegals work toward a bachelor’s degree. Bachelor’s degree programs in paralegal studies and legal studies are both common.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that job opportunities for paralegals and legal assistants are expected to grow by 12% between 2020 and 2030. This rate is much faster than the average for all professions, and it may be because law firms are shifting more responsibilities from beginning lawyers to paralegals. This growth is expected to occur both in law firms and in a variety of other industries. The average salary for a Paralegal in the United States is between $56,500 and $88,900 as of November 25, 2020. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the actual Paralegal position you are looking for.

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Brittany’s Answer

One thing that usually isn't tossed out when sites are answering this question are jobs in corporate or fraud investigations. Many large companies, such as insurance and bank companies, have internal investigations unit for internal and external fraud. These positions typically require criminal justice degrees and have more mobility within the companies for career movement and pay.
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Lyndsay’s Answer

Many! Corrections officer, private investigator, profiler...
I'm getting all these from a website so here:
https://www.gmercyu.edu/academics/learn/criminal-justice-career-options
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