Public Service

Careers

Careers in this pathway are related to economic, political, and social systems including education, government, law and law enforcement, leisure and recreation, military, religion, child care, social services, and personal services. If you’re friendly, open, understanding and cooperative, you might enjoy working with people to help solve problems and improve lives.

Salary Range (Michigan)

Corrections Officer
Entry Level: $40,560
Median: $60,320
Highly Experienced: $61,790
Firefighter
Entry Level: $28,800
Median: $48,790
Highly Experienced: $76,310
Police Officer
Entry Level: $44,500
Median: $64,950
Highly Experienced: $80,660