The knowledge of government, public policy, political behavior, and the systematic study of legal and judicial processes gained from a major in Political Science in the Law and Public Policy concentration provides a strong foundation for careers and future studies. Graduates in Law and Public Policy may work in legal services, public administration or management, as advisers to lawmakers, or as public representatives and advocates. This concentration is excellent preparation for law school as well as for graduate studies in public administration or public health policy. Some of the job titles listed below require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Legal services
- Consulting
- Analysis
- Policy design
- Advocacy/outreach
- Public administration
- City management
- Legislative assistance
Sample Employers:
- Government offices and agencies
- Politicians
- Law firms
- Nonprofit organizations
- Research institutes
- Think tanks
- Labor unions
- Social services agencies
- Environmental initiatives
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Local Political Aide
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$28,000 - $36,000
|
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Policy Analyst
|
$30,000 - $93,000
|
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Political Scientist
|
$48,000 - $69,500
|
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Lawyer
|
$54,100 - $112,800
|
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Government Reform Activist
|
$30,000 - $55,000
|
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Public Administrator
|
$49,000 - $66,000
|
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City Manager
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$40,000 - $94,992
|
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City Councilor
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$10,000 - $30,000
|
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Congressional Aide
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$29,891 - $51,815
|
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Legislative Assistant
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$30,000 - $45,000
|
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Director of Government Relations
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$60,000 - $120,000
|
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Labor Relations Specialist
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$30,000 - $60,000
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Community Organizer
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$18,000 - $45,000
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Environmental Campaign Staffer
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$20,000 - $50,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).