Ferguson's Careers in Focus books are a valuable career exploration tool for libraries and career centers. Written in an easy-to-understand yet informative style, this series surveys a wide array of commonly held jobs and is arranged into volumes organized by specific industries and interests. Each of these informative books is loaded with up-to-date career information presented in a featured industry article and a selection of detailed professions articles. The information here has been researched, vetted, and analyzed by Ferguson's editors, drawing from government and industry sources, professional groups, news reports, career and job-search resources, and a variety of other sources. For readers making career choices, these books offer a wealth of helpful information and resources. Each profession article includes: Quick Facts; Overview; History; The Job; Earnings; Work Environment; Exploring; Education and Training Requirements; Certification, Licensing, and Special Requirements; Experience, Skills, and Personality Traits; Employer Prospects; Advancement Prospects; Outlook; Unions and Associations; Tips for Entry; For More Information; and Sidebars. This book covers 41 jobs, including: Ambassadors; Aviation Safety Inspectors; Bailiffs; Bank Examiners; Border Patrol Agents; Campaign Workers; City Managers; Civil Engineers; Congressional Aides; Construction Inspectors; Cryptographic Technicians; Customs Officials; Demographers; Deputy U.S. Marshals; Economists; EPA Special Agents; FBI Agents; and Federal and State Officials.