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Why Public Service Jobs Are Worth Investigating

Wondering if a public service career is for you? These rewarding jobs range from police officer to paralegal to preschool teacher, and they all provide an opportunity to make your community better. Learn more about the possibilities.

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Opportunity By the Numbers

Opportunity, By The Numbers

431,000+Public Service job openings this year
$50,000 Average annual salary for Public Service professionals
6% Projected Public Service job growth over the next five years

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