{"product_id":"careers-in-focus-james-chambers-9798887252858","title":"Careers in Focus: Public Safety, Second Edition (Ls Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerguson's Careers in Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e books are a valuable career exploration tool for libraries and career centers. Written in an easy-to-understand yet informative style, this series surveys a wide array of commonly held jobs and is arranged into volumes organized by specific industries and interests. Each of these informative books is loaded with up-to-date career information presented in a featured industry article and a selection of detailed professions articles. The information here has been researched, vetted, and analyzed by Ferguson's editors, drawing from government and industry sources, professional groups, news reports, career and job-search resources, and a variety of other sources. For readers making career choices, these books offer a wealth of helpful information and resources.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach profession article includes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts: \u003c\/strong\u003e a snapshot of important job facts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverview: \u003c\/strong\u003e briefly introduces duties and responsibilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003e describes the origins and history of the job\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Job: \u003c\/strong\u003e describes primary and secondary goals and duties\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarnings: \u003c\/strong\u003e discusses salary ranges and typical fringe benefits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork Environment: \u003c\/strong\u003e looks at typical work conditions and surroundings associated with the job\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExploring: \u003c\/strong\u003e offers suggestions on how to gain experience and knowledge about--or even test drive--a career before making a commitment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEducation and Training Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003ediscusses required high school and post-secondary education and training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification, Licensing, and Special Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003e explains recommended and required certifications or prerequisites for the job\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience, Skills, and Personality Traits: \u003c\/strong\u003e summarizes the personal traits and skills and professional experience needed to get started and succeed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmployer Prospects: \u003c\/strong\u003e gives an overview of typical places of employment and the best ways to land a job\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvancement Prospects: \u003c\/strong\u003e presents an expected career path and how to travel it\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutlook: \u003c\/strong\u003e summarizes the job's potential growth or decline in terms of the general economy and industry projections\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnions and Associations: \u003c\/strong\u003e lists essential and helpful professional groups\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Entry: \u003c\/strong\u003e additional tips for preparing for a career and getting a foot in the door\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor More Information: \u003c\/strong\u003e lists organizations that provide career information, networking, and professional development\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSidebars: \u003c\/strong\u003e short features showcasing stats, trivia, and insight about a profession or industry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cem\u003eCareers in Focus: Public Safety, Second Edition\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecovers the following 29 jobs: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAirport Security Personnel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBail Bondsmen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBodyguards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBorder Patrol Agents\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBounty Hunters\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCorrections Officers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCrime Analysts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCustoms Officials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeputy U.S. Marshals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetectives\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirectors of Security\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmergency Medical Technicians\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmergency Services Dispatchers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFBI Agents\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFire Inspectors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFire Investigators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFire 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