John Douglas's Guide to Landing a Career in Law Enforcement

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McGraw-Hill 2004년 10월 21일 출간

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The ultimate insider??s guide to pursuing a career in one of the hottest, fastest-growing career sectors in America

In a departure from his usual edge-of-the-seat coverage, New York Times bestselling author and legendary FBI profiler John Douglas draws on his 25 years of experience to offer this unique career guide. Written for those interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement but unsure which agency is right for them, John Douglas??s Guide to Landing a Career in Law Enforcement is a treasure trove of insider information and step-by-step instructions that arms you with:

A comprehensive overview of law enforcement agencies and career opportunities?? from park ranger to air marshal to NSA code cracker

Guidance on finding and winning the ideal job in law enforcement

Work sheets, checklists, and self-evaluations

Websites, contact information, study guides, and other valuable resources

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Part One: GETTING STARTED 1

Chapter 1 PERSONAL ASSESSMENT 3

The Truth 4

Strengths and Weaknesses 6

Personality 7

Goals 9

Intangibles: What Are They Looking For? 11

Equal Opportunity 20

Chapter 2 CIVIL RIGHTS: THE BILL OF RIGHTS AND MIRANDA 23

Bill of Rights 24

Miranda 26

Chapter 3 PREPARE YOURSELF 29

Oral Interviews 29

Written Tests 32

Physical Fitness or Physical Abilities Test/Medical Examination 35

Psychological Test 37

Background Check 38

Polygraph Examination 39

Criminal Records 40

Disqualifying Convictions 41

Other Disqualifiers 42

Chapter 4 ASSOCIATED CAREERS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE 45

Examiners and Experts: The Crime Scene to the Laboratory 46

Forensic Scientists 47

Coroner??s or Medical Examiner??s Office 48

Sketch Artists 49

Polygraph Examiners 50

Probation and Parole Officers 50

Other Careers in Criminal Justice 51

Chapter 5 LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF CONDUCT 53

Law Enforcement Code of Conduct 54

Part Two: OPPORTUNITIES AT THE LOCAL LEVEL 59

Chapter 6 GENERAL INFORMATION 61

Minimum/Maximum Age 62

Educational Requirements 62

Categorical Preference 63

Salary and Benefits 63

Chapter 7 JOB DESCRIPTIONS 65

Patrol Officers 65

Traffic Officers 66

Detectives 66

Correctional Officers/Detention Officers 67

Specialized Units and Assignments 68

Municipal and County Departments 68 Chapter 8 REPRESENTATIVE DEPARTMENTS 71

Boston Police Department 73

Columbus Police Department 80

Albuquerque Police Department 86

Bozeman Police Department 92

Los Angeles County Sheriff??s Department 95

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