Government and Public Administration

Jobs in this cluster involve planning, managing, and providing government, administrative, and regulatory services at the federal, state, and local levels. While nearly every occupation can be found within government, this cluster focuses on only six concentrations.

Pathway Descriptions

Foreign Service workers serve in embassies, consulates, and in other diplomatic positions in Washington D.C. and around the world.

Governance workers include officials elected or appointed to local, state, and federal government positions.

National Security workers protect American interests around the world and provide for a safe environment for American citizens.

Planning workers develop land use policies, promote best use of a community’s resources, and provide data for officials to make informed decisions.

Public Management and Administration workers are stewards of public resources and work in positions within local, state, or federal agencies.

Regulation workers protect our health, safety, and environment as well as ensure the integrity of our financial transportation and public utilities.

Revenue and Taxation workers ensure that governmental units collect tax dollars, review tax returns, conduct audits, and collect overdue tax dollars.