Overview
Think you need a political science degree to work for the federal government? Think again! The federal government’s broad mission means there are jobs in every field. From architects to zoologists, the federal government is looking for a wide variety of talented and dedicated employees.
Where the Jobs Are
Uncle Sam needs you according to a new report — Where the Jobs Are: Mission Critical Opportunities for America, released in July by the Partnership for Public Service. The report outlines government-wide projected hiring needs through 2012 and is based on a survey of 34 federal agencies representing nearly 99 percent of the federal workforce. The survey finds nearly 193,000 mission critical jobs need to be filled in the next two years!
The Top Careers
These are expected to be the top five job areas through 2012, but there will be jobs available for virtually every career path.
Security and Protection (52,077 new hires)
Includes intelligence analysis, international relations, foreign affairs, security administration, transportation security officer, park ranger, correctional officer and police officer.
Enforcement and Compliance (31,276 new hires)
Includes inspectors, investigators (including criminal), customs and border patrol and protection, import specialist and customs inspection.
Medical and Public Health (54,114 new hires)
Includes physicians, nurses, pharmacists, medical technicians and nursing assistants
Program Management/Administrative (17,287 new hires)
Includes program managers and analysts who monitor program operations and effectiveness to administrative staff; administrative support jobs account for a minority of the jobs in this category
Legal (23,596 new hires)
Includes attorney, contact representative, paralegal, passport/visa examining and claims examining/assistance.