CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Career Information
Electronic Resources
These resources are available via the Internet and may be accessed by clicking on the title of the resource. Access to some of these resources may be limited to students, staff and faculty of the Univ. of Cincinnati.
Print Resources
These resources are available in the University of Cincinnati's Langsam Library. Access to these resources is generally not restricted. Individual items will be located in the Library by call number.
Electronic Resources (Arranged alphabetically by title)
| Title: |
Amercan Society of Criminology -- Professional Employment |
| Date of Access: |
June 9, 2004 |
| Description: |
Provides links to three employment/position announcement sites: the Chronicle of Higher Education Job Listings (Academic positions), the ASC Employment Exchange (Academic positions) and the National Institute of Justice Position Announcements (non-Academic positions). |
| Location/URL: |
http://www.asc41.com/employpg.html |
| Subjects: |
Jobs/Positions |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date: |
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Career Advice and Resume Posting Services |
| Date of Access: |
June 9, 2004 |
| Description: |
This is a myriad site of career related information, including sites with selected job postings. Many of the sites provide job definitions, salary guides, career advice and resume/interviewing tips. |
| Location/URL: |
http://talkjustice.com/links.asp?453053979 |
| Subjects: |
Jobs/Salaries/Interviewing/Resumes |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date: |
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition |
| Date: |
2006 |
| Date of Access: |
August 7, 2006 |
| Description: |
The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives. Revised every two years, the Handbook describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects in a wide range of occupations. |
| Location/URL: |
http://www.bls.gov/oco/home.htm |
| Subjects: |
Job descriptions/Salaries/Education/Employment trends |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date: |
8/7/06 |
Print Resources (Arranged alphabetically by title)
| Title: |
Career information center |
| Call Number: |
REF HF5382.5 .U5 C32 |
| Edition: |
7th |
| City: |
New York |
| Publisher: |
MacMillan |
| Date: |
1999 |
| Description:
|
The 8th edition (2002) is available in the Raymond Walter College Library Reference area. |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Career opportunities in law enforcement,
security, and protective services |
| Author: |
Echaore-McDavid, Susan |
| Call Number: |
REF HV8143 .E24 2006 |
| Edition: |
2nd |
| City: |
New York |
| Publisher: |
Ferguson |
| Date: |
2006 |
| Description:
|
This guide to careers in criminal justice provides entries with the following information: position description, salaries, employment prospects, advancement prospects, special requirements, education and training requirements, experience and skill requirements, information on pertinent unions or associations and a list of “Tips for Entry.” The following categories of careers are included: police work, special police units, forensic investigations, private investigations, physical security, computer security corrections, emergency services, compliance inspections, building and construction inspections, workplace safety and security and aviation safety and security. The appendices supply the user with a rich source of information related to educational institutions, unions and associations, professional certifications and licensing agencies, professional periodicals and Internet resources. Includes bibliographical references and an index. |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Vocational guidance/ Career Information |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Careers in criminal justice |
| Author: |
Stephens, W. Richard |
| Call Number: |
HV8143 .S83 2002 |
| Edition: |
2nd |
| City: |
Boston |
| Publisher: |
Allyn and Bacon |
| Date: |
2002 |
| Description:
|
This is not a “how to” guide, but rather it is a collection of personal profiles from people in the criminal justice field, each describing the nature of their job. Twenty-three positions in the criminal justice field are described by “real” people in those positions. |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Vocational guidance/ Career Information |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Careers in criminal justice and related fields: from internship to promotion |
| Author: |
Harr, J. Scott//Hess, Kären M// Harr, J. Scott |
| Call Number: |
HV8143 .H327 2006 |
| Edition: |
5th ed |
| City: |
Belmont, CA |
| Publisher: |
Thomson/Wadsworth |
| Date: |
2006 |
| Description: |
This book provides information on myriad careers and internships in the criminal justice field, on fitness requirements and other testing, on the interview and application process and on resume building. |
| Location/URL: |
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Law enforcement/ Vocational guidance/ Police / Job hunting |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date: |
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Encyclopedia of careers and vocational
guidance |
| Author: |
Hopke, William E. |
| Call Number: |
REF HF5381 .E52 2005 |
| Edition: |
5th |
| City: |
Chicago |
| Publisher: |
J.G. Ferguson |
| Date: |
2005 |
| Description:
|
This 5 volume set covers 93 career fields with information about the career field or industry, career field background, industry structure and career field outlook. There are two appendices listing opportunities for individuals with disabilities and resources on training programs, apprenticeships, and internships. In addition, the encyclopedia includes an organization and web site index and a job title index. |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Vocational guidance/ Career Information |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Federal jobs in law enforcement |
| Author: |
Warner, John W//Sweatman, Beverly |
| Call Number: |
REF HV8143 .W17 2002 |
| Edition: |
2nd |
| City: |
Lawrenceville, NJ |
| Publisher: |
Peterson's |
| Date: |
2002 |
| Description:
|
Table of Contents: 1. So you want to work for
the government -- 2. Federal government law enforcement careers -- 3.
Law enforcement careers with independent agencies -- 4. Offices of Inspectors
General -- 5. Civil service career information sources. |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Vocational guidance/ Career Information |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
From college to career; A guide for
criminal justice majors |
| Author: |
Peat, Barbara |
| Call Number: |
HV9950 .P44 2004 |
| City: |
Boston |
| Publisher: |
Allyn and Bacon |
| Date: |
2004 |
| Description:
|
Peat provides information about self-assessment,
career tracks in criminal justice, career choices, ethics, personal marketing
and work place realities. |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Law enforcement career starter |
| Author: |
Hesalroad, Mary//Starkey, Lauren B |
| Call Number: |
HV8143 .H46 2001 |
| Edition: |
2nd |
| City: |
New York |
| Publisher: |
Learning Express |
| Date: |
2001 |
| Description:
|
Hesalroad, a former police officer, provides
a “how to” guide for those seeking employment in the criminal
justice field. She provides information about various career opportunities
in law enforcement, as well as information about salaries, benefits and
risks. Further, she provides practical advice about education,
education funding, internships and job applications.
The book includes bibliographical references (p. 193-197). |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Vocational guidance/ Career Information |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
| Title: |
Opportunities in law enforcement and
criminal justice careers |
| Author: |
Stinchcomb, James D |
| Call Number: |
HV8143 .S86 2003 |
| Edition: |
Rev |
| City: |
Chicago |
| Publisher: |
VGM Career Books |
| Date: |
2003 |
| Description:
|
Stinchcomb provides an overview of criminal
justice careers and a look at employment opportunities and requirements
at the city, county, state and federal levels. He also discusses
compensation and educational requirements. The book includes bibliographical
references (p. 173-178). |
| Location/URL:
|
Langsam |
| Subjects: |
Vocational guidance/ Career Information |
| Category: |
Career Information |
| Restrictions: |
No Restrictions |
| Record Date:
|
8/7/06 |
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