Public Service

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Help those in need. Educate, inform, and inspire. From teachers and counselors to government officials and philanthropists, those in the public-service industry use their expertise to make a difference. Articles and videos about jobs in public service are coming in 2023. Curious about this industry? Write to tfkeditors@time.com to tell us what you’d like to learn about.

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Jobs at a Glance

Judge
Judge
Public Service
Judges apply the law by overseeing the legal process in courts. They conduct pre-trial hearings, resolve disputes, facilitate negotiations between opposing parties, and issue legal decisions.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$128,710
- You Should Study:Government, English
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:3%
- This Job Is:
  Getting Warm
Middle School Teacher
Middle School Teacher
Public Service
Middle school teachers educate students, typically in grades 6 through 8. They help students build on the concepts taught in elementary school and prepare students for high school.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$61,320
- You Should Study:Psychology, specific subject of interest
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:7%
- This Job Is:
  Heating Up
High School Teacher
High School Teacher
Public Service
High school teachers teach lessons and skills that students will need to attend college and/or enter the job market. They usually teach students from grades 9 through 12, and specialize in a subject.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$61,820
- You Should Study:Psychology, specific subject of interest
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:8%
- This Job Is:
  Heating Up
Librarian
Librarian
Public Service
Librarians and media specialists help people find information and conduct research. Their job duties may change based on the settings they work in, such as public, school, or medical libraries.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$61,190
- You Should Study:English
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:9%
- This Job Is:
  Heating Up
Police and Detective
Police and Detective
Public Service
Police officers protect lives and property. Detectives and criminal investigators gather facts and collect evidence of crimes.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$66,020
- You Should Study:Social Studies, Psychology
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:7%
- This Job Is:
  Heating Up
Public-Relations Specialist
Public-Relations Specialist
Public Service
Public-relations specialists create and maintain a positive public image for their clients. They write media releases and develop social-media programs to shape public perception.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$62,800
- You Should Study:Communications, Business
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:11%
- This Job Is:
  On Fire
School Counselor
School Counselor
Public Service
School counselors help students develop academic and social skills and plans for after graduation. They also help students understand and overcome social and behavioral challenges.
- Median (Middle) Salary:$60,510
- You Should Study:Psychology
- Job Growth Rate by 2030:11%
- This Job Is:
  On Fire