But a degree in criminal justice isn’t just for police and probation officers who are seeking opportunities for promotion. There are a surprising number of career paths for students in a diverse array of fields.
Here are a few other jobs that graduates with a criminal justice degree have pursued:
1. Legal Compliance Officer - Both in the public and private sector, an individual in this role conducts investigations, training and audits to reduce risk for the organization.
2. Federal Air Marshal - Love flying? You’ll work undercover to prevent acts of terrorism and hijacking on commercial flights.
3. Fish and Game Warden - Work outdoors to ensure the responsible use of natural resources and enforce wildlife protection laws.
4. Forensic Accountant - An undergraduate degree in criminal justice pairs well with an undergraduate or graduate level accounting degree. In this role, you’ll uncover white collar crime – including embezzlement and money laundering.
5. Social Worker - Provide support to families of the incarcerated or help the newly released successfully adjust to life after prison through counseling and rehabilitation programs.
6. Emergency Planner - You’ll help to coordinate and implement strategies to respond to natural disasters, such as hurricanes and wildfires.
7. K-9 Officer - You’ll play a key role in search and rescue and drug detection with the help of a highly-trained police dog.
8. Cybersecurity Analyst - This is a growing field in a digital world. With additional certifications and training, you’ll address cyber threats to computer systems and may investigate digital crimes.
9. Criminal Justice Professor - With advanced training and degrees, you’ll move to the head of the class and guide the next generation.
10. Mediator - Facilitate negotiations and agreements outside of the courtroom by working to resolve conflicts.
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By Austen Clay, anclay@ecampus.usg.edu
Media Contact: Katie Black, kblack@ecampus.usg.edu
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