Government & Public Administration

If you are looking for a career that offers a high degree of responsibility, a good salary and the opportunity to make an important impact on the world around you, explore careers in government service or public administration.

• Federal, state and local governments employ almost 10 million workers, not counting those who work for public education institutions or hospitals. 
• Government jobs are expected to experience slow but steady growth overall. Workers will be needed to replace the many who will retire over the next decade.
• Starting salaries for jobs in the public sector range from $18,000 to $45,000 and beyond, depending on position and education.