A Rewarding Career In The Field Of Law Enforcement.

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Law enforcement is a great career that is easily attainable. With proper planning and preparation one can achieve their dream job as a Police Officer, Detective, Swat Operator, CSI, U.S. Marshal, Air Marshal, or Highway Patrol Officer. Or even become a Federal Law Enforcement Agent. Today with the economy being so unstable, law enforcement is one area that's not being affected. Plus don't forget the outstanding benefits and retirement plan.

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Picking A Degree For Your Law Enforcement Career

When choosing your career path it is important to choose your degree, because they both go hand in hand. Now that the law enforcement profession has become more competitive, it's necessary to have a 2 or 4 year degree. Some positions require more. The most common degrees are police science, criminal justice, forensic science, law enforcement, or administration of justice.
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The Right Degree And The Right Zip Code Make For A Great Paying Job

Nassau, NY, 12123, Supervising
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avg salary was $113,810 in 2007, that's close to $40,000 more than the national avg. First Line Police Supervisors oversee officers, record forces activities, and assigns duties to station personnel. They must have good judgement in intense and high-pressure situations and be willing to work lots of overtime.

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Law Enforcement Scholarships and Financial Aid

An officer with a criminal justice degree earns over $12,000 more than an officer without one. It's important to obtain a degree and money shouldn't be a reason not to. There are many scholarships, grants, and financial aid offered.

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Law Enforcement Pay Per Position Per Year

Patrol Officer: $35,600 - $59,880

Detective: $43,920 - $76,350

SWAT Operator: $61,000

CSI: $53,026

Air Marshal: $50,000

U.S. Marshal: $36,658 and $41,260 - $46,969

Highway Patrol: $52,540

Federal Agent: generally starts at over $50,000

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States That Pay The Most For Law Enforcement

It's been estimated that there will be a projected need for 265,000 Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers by December, 2014. Each state's needs will be different but below shows the states that pay the most for law enforcement based on mean salaries at the end of 2006.

1. New Jersey
2. California
3. Illinois
4. Washington
5. Nevada
6. Alaska
7. Connecticut
8. Pennsylvania
9. Colorado
10. Oregon

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