Law, Public Safety & Policy

Welcome to the Law, Public Safety & Policy Community! Learn more here about the different career paths you can pursue, get resources to start your career journey and take next steps to pursue career opportunities.

Providing services to protect others, navigating the criminal justice system and national security are part of this group of occupations. Lawyers, judges, police, firefighters, and national intelligence staff represent a sample of the occupations found here. If you have an interest in representing and protecting the rights of others, these jobs are worth considering.

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Interested in Public Service Careers?

Published on September 6, 2024

Check out The Everything Guide to a Career in Public Service by Heather Krasna, Associate Dean, Career Services & Adjunct Assistant Professor of Health Policy and Management at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. In her article, Dr. Krasna …

By Melanie Kiel

What is it like to work for the U.S. federal government as a student or recent grad?

Published on August 22, 2024

Working for the U.S. federal government, especially early in one’s career, can offer a distinctive experience compared to the private sector.

By College Recruiter

This Recruiter Shares How a Commitment to Public Service Has Impacted Her Career

Published on August 22, 2024

Looking into working in state government? Read this article for a unique perspective on the career of someone who does!

13 Careers in Law (Without Being a Lawyer)

Published on April 2, 2024

Interested in the legal industry but unsure about wanting to attend law school? Some of the best careers in law allow you to explore different areas of the legal sector without becoming an attorney. Legal careers like paralegal and electronic …

Federal grant will help WSU Police Department secure professional accreditation

Published on November 21, 2023

The Washington State University Police Department’s efforts to earn prestigious law enforcement accreditation are getting a boost from the U.S. Justice Department.

Although not required of law enforcement agencies, accreditation from the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs helps …

By RJ Wolcott