Careers in Government, Public Service & Nonprofit
One hundred and eight careers across policy, administration, public safety, social work, community organising, and the institutional roles that operate the public side of society. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 2 of 3 for Government, Public Service & Nonprofit.
108 careers in Government, Public Service & Nonprofit, page 2 of 3
Immigration Coordinator
Bachelor's degree · $60,000
Assists individuals and organizations with immigration processes, visa applications, and compliance with immigration…
Intelligence Analysts
Bachelor's Degree · $57,050
Gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance,…
International Affairs Analyst
Master's Degree · $85,000
Analyzes global political, economic, and social developments to advise organizations on international relations and…
Law Enforcement Officer
Associate's Degree · $69,000
Protects lives and property by enforcing laws, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, and maintaining public…
Legislative Aide
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Assists elected officials by conducting research, managing communications, and supporting legislative processes.
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
Less than High School · $33,720
Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.
Marriage and Family Therapists
Master's Degree · $63,780
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of…
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Master's Degree · $60,060
Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco,…
Mental Health Counselors
Master's Degree · $58,570
Counsel and advise individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health, with an emphasis on…
Meteorological Technician
Associate's Degree · $60,000
Collects, records, and transmits meteorological data, such as temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind speed and…
Military Intelligence Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $82,454
Military Intelligence Specialists collect, analyze, and interpret classified data and information to provide critical…
Military Pilot
Bachelor's degree · $120,000
Operates military aircraft to perform missions such as combat, reconnaissance, transport, and training. Requires…
Misinformation Analyst
Master's Degree · $85,000
Investigates, identifies, and counters the spread of false or misleading information across various platforms through…
Museum Director / CEO (Major Institution)
Master's degree (PhD in Art History/Museum Studies common) · $145,000
Leads a major museum, overseeing collections, exhibitions, curatorial staff, fundraising, community engagement, and…
Non-Profit Executive Director
Master's Degree · $130,000
Lead and oversee all strategic and operational aspects of a non-profit organization, ensuring its mission is achieved…
Nonprofit Consultant
Master's degree · ~$124,000
Guide non-profit organizations in strategic planning, fundraising, organizational development, and operational…
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Collect, analyze, and disseminate intelligence from publicly available sources to support national security, law…
Parking Enforcement Workers
High School Diploma · $47,150
Patrol assigned area, such as public parking lot or city streets to issue tickets to overtime parking violators and…
Performing Arts Organization Director (Symphony / Theater / Ballet)
Bachelor's degree (MFA/MBA/Arts Administration common) · $130,000
Leads a performing arts organization such as a symphony orchestra, theater company, or ballet, overseeing artistic…
Physical Security Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Protects an organization's tangible assets, personnel, and facilities by implementing and managing comprehensive…
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
High School Diploma · $76,290
Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform…
Police Identification and Records Officers
High School Diploma · $57,050
Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and…
Police Officer
High school diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's in Criminal Justice preferred · $65,000
Enforces laws, responds to emergencies, investigates crimes, patrols communities, and maintains public safety through…
Policy Analyst (Criminal Justice)
Master's Degree · $85,000
Analyzes criminal justice policies, programs, and legislation to provide recommendations for improvement. Conducts…
Policy Analyst (Energy)
Master's Degree · $90,000
Analyzes energy policies, regulations, and market trends to advise organizations on strategic decisions, regulatory…
Policy Analyst (Transportation Electrification)
Master's Degree · $85,000
Researches, analyzes, and develops policies and regulations to promote the adoption of electric vehicles and related…
Policy Analyst (Water)
Master's Degree · $85,000
Researches, analyzes, and evaluates water management, conservation, quality, and allocation policies to develop…
Policy Director
Master's Degree · $140,000
Develops and implements strategic policy initiatives, advises leadership on legislative matters, and oversees policy…
Postal Clerk
High School Diploma or equivalent · $59,570
Perform a combination of tasks in a United States Postal Service (USPS) post office, including receiving and processing…
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents
High School Diploma · $92,730
Plan, direct, or coordinate operational, administrative, management, and support services of a U.S. post office; or…
Private Detectives and Investigators
Bachelor's Degree · $52,370
Gather, analyze, compile, and report information regarding individuals or organizations to clients, or detect…
Private Investigator
High School Diploma · $60,000
Private investigators conduct investigations for clients, which can include individuals, businesses, or attorneys. They…
Probation Officer
Bachelor's degree · $60,000
Probation officers work with individuals who have been sentenced to probation instead of incarceration. They monitor…
Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist
Bachelor’s degree · $66,270 annual
Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make…
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Bachelor's Degree · $64,520
Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make…
Program Coordinator (Government)
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Organizes and oversees government programs, ensuring efficient execution and adherence to policy guidelines.…
Program Manager (Social Services)
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Manages and coordinates social service programs, overseeing staff, budgets, and program development to ensure effective…
Public Policy Analyst
Master's Degree · $95,000
Analyzes complex societal issues, evaluates existing policies, and develops evidence-based recommendations for new…
Public Relations Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $138,520
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness…
Public Works Inspector
Associate's degree or vocational training; some positions may require a Bachelor's degree · $72,120
Inspects public works projects, such as streets, water, sewer, and storm drain systems, to ensure compliance with…
Rehabilitation Counselors
Bachelor's Degree · $46,110
Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and…
Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
High School Diploma · $45,830
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity.…
School Bus Monitors
Bachelor's Degree · $34,980
Maintain order among students on a school bus. Duties include helping students safely board and exit and communicating…
Security Guards
High School Diploma · $38,370
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal…
Security Officer
High School Diploma · $36,000
Protect people, property, and assets by monitoring premises, controlling access, responding to security incidents, and…
Senior Pastor / Head Minister (Large Church / Megachurch)
Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent · $120,000
Leads a large church or megachurch congregation, overseeing worship, pastoral care, preaching, staff management, campus…
Senior Policy Advisor
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Advises government agencies, non-profits, or corporations on policy development, implementation, and evaluation.…
Ski Patrol Director / Mountain Safety Manager
Associate's degree or equivalent + OEC/EMT certification · $52,000
Manages ski patrol operations including avalanche mitigation, emergency medical response on slopes, trail safety, lift…
Social and Community Service Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $78,240
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the…
Social and Human Service Assistants
Bachelor's Degree · $45,120
Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as…