Do you have an interest in serving the public?  It's a good thing somebody does!  Since many of the jobs listings in these categories overlap, hopefully you will find your job here.  And the rest of us thank you.  You should also be sure and read through the "government" category, as many of these types of jobs could have gone on either page.

Delta T Group
While many of the job listings here are for the experienced professional, there are also jobs available and contacts for entry-level positons.  It's a great way to get your feet wet in an industry to see if it truly is what you want to do.

Law Enforcement Jobs
You already know what it is, but don't forget that this includes jobs such as game wardens and security, too.

Good Works
Good Works is a dynamite site that offers what they consider "alternatives to traditional employment".  It lists the aims and projects of over 1000 organizations, and provides you with all of the information you could possibly want or need to find employment in jobs that make a difference.

National Directory of Emergency Services
A national directory for fire fighters and police.

Social Service.com
If you are looking for a job serving the public, it doesn't get much more public than this.  Social Services is a great place for social workers and other social service professionals to start looking for a social work or social service job, whether in mental health, substance abuse, children and youth, medical social work, criminal justice, domestic violence, community organizing and outreach, homelessness or a variety of other areas.

Project Vote Smart
You've seen the next two already, but they deserve one more plug.  Project vote-smart is a non-profit organization that researches local and state candidates and other elected officials, providing non-biased information to the public.  Generous college scholarships are available.

The International Rescue Committee
While most of the jobs here an volutary, I thought that this one was too cool to pass up.  The IRC is a non-profit agency providing relief to refugees around the world.  I wasn't real clear as to whether or not they house and feed their volunteers, but it's worth a look if you have a 'passion for compassion'.

Project America
Work for an organization that is trying to make the world a better place to live.  PA places an emphasis on community service.  Some positions are paid, while others ask for a helping hand.  If you are looking here, you might need the $$$.  But if community service is your "cup of tea," take a look around.

Feminism
Now quit calling me a chauvinist!  From the University of Maryland comes a database of women's studies employment and information.  You might even want to take a look around the rest of the site, if you still plan to rule the world.

Peace Corps
Now how could we do a nonprofit set without these guys.  Get all of the information you need right here.  Check out the database for current positions, and apply online!

National Banking Network
Bankers need to eat too, right?  This is a place where a recruiters have put together a large collection of banking oriented job listings nationwide, anywhere from finance gurus to bank tellers.  From simple to complex, skilled to new in the market, let them know what you want and they will respond to you!

Community Career Center
A site created simply to help connect those who are dedicated to public service.  It is a very good site, both for permanent work or public service "projects".

The Idealist
The name says it all.  Want to help make the world a better place to live?  Of course you do, or you would have never made it down to the 7th link on this page.  Local, regional, and international opportunities can be found here.  Take a chance.

soc.org.nonprofit
This newsgroup gets a lot of acitivity.  Not all of the information is employment oriented, but if you take the time to go through it you will find many employment opportunities.  Don't overlook it.

Librarian resources
Calling all librarians!  A comprehensive collection of listing for librarians across the country, including educational, research, human resources, and law librarians.  Who'da known?

The Networked Librarian
Yep--more librarian resources.  There must be a lot of jobs out there!

The Legal Employment Search Site
We could list many different sites for this one, but we won't because this is all you need.  From jobs to career advice to law schools, it's all here.

American Economic Association
Developed by the University of Texas at Austin, this is the online version of JOE, or job openings for economists.  Hey, somebody's got to do it.

Jobs in Education
Jobs in Education professes to include every job in education if that job has been posted on the Internet.  Find your job as a teacher's assistant, teacher, administrator, security,or other education related position.

Impact Online
This is a free online service that attempts to match volunteers to community projects that interest them.  Some of the volunteering or employment is done virtually from your home through the very computer you are sitting at right now.  So what are you waiting for?

Paralegals
A very comprehensive site for anyone who is or wants to be a paralegal.  Find jobs around the nation and much more regarding this career.

The Heritage Foundation
Their motto?  "The Heritage Foundation is committed to building an America where freedom, opportunity, prosperity, and civil society flourish."  If you believe strongly in conservative philosophies, maybe this is your chance to get involved.

Officer.com
A seemingly very comprehensive site for both prospective and current officers.  Get information on employment in corrections, criminal justice, K-9, bomb squads, and more.
 
 

Don't forget, please send me your success story!  If you have found a job resulting from these pages - no matter WHERE you are from - please let me know.  I won't post the information if you don't want me to, but I'd love to hear about it.  HAPPY HUNTING!

Finally, We are ALWAYS on the lookout for new job links!  If you know of a worthwhile site that is not included on these pages, please send it to me!  I'll be happy to post it, and even to credit you.