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A valuable career guide for the future leaders of our country.
Praise for the previous hardcover edition:
...recommended...—American Reference Books Annual
People involved in government, politics, and activism share a passion for public service as well as a desire to make a difference. Career Opportunities in Politics, Government, and Activism, Second Edition provides detailed information on a broad spectrum of careers in these fields—from consulting, community issues, and political campaigns to law, lobbying, and nonprofit administration. This new edition updates all key information, including salary ranges and employment outlook, and features a new foreword by Congressman Richard E. Neal.
Each of the 75 job profiles—including five new to this edition—provides detailed information about the duties, salaries, and prospects for each job. Extensive appendixes include federal government employment resources, listings of graduate school programs and advocacy associations, and useful Web sites. Special appendixes include Frequently Asked Questions About the Civil Service and How to Run for Political Office—the Basics.
New and updated career profiles include:
Antidiscrimination worker
Campaign manager
City year member
Community organizer
Consumer activist
Economic developer
Finance director
Housing specialist
Legislative assistant
Mayor
Media strategist
Opposition researcher
Policy analyst
Political consultant
Program officer, foundation
Public information officer
State legislator
Victim advocate
Webmaster
and more.
Career Opportunities in Politics, Government and Activism
by Axelrod-Contrada, JoanEdition: 2nd
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2008-07-30
Publisher(s): Facts on File
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