Career Information

What Criminal Justice Grads Do

Changes in the economy indicate significant job growth which are positively impacting the work force in service industries, including criminal justice and security. Criminal Justice graduates seek and obtain entry-level employment in law enforcement, adult and juvenile corrections, security and in a wide range of support positions in both the executive and judicial branches of the government.

Depending on their specific role, justice employees may be responsible for law enforcement. This includes criminal investigation and apprehension, adult or juvenile care and custody, security in both public and private sectors, and administrative and support functions within the criminal justice process.

Careers in criminal justice demand good judgment and the ability to think and act quickly. People who choose careers in this field are generally in good physical health and have good analytical and problem solving skills.

Students interested in jobs as law enforcement officers should know that convictions in domestic violence, felony, or misdemeanors would disqualify them from employment. Any law enforcement officer job applicant undergoes a background investigation and a screening process.