The booklet describes jobs in public service. The introductory chapter provides a definition and overview of public service work. Following chapters describe various levels of public service including: (1) neighborhood workers--letter carriers and postal employees, fire fighters, police officers, service repair workers, and bus drivers; (2) city government workers--city managers, city planners, and public health officers; (3) Federal and State government workers--FBI agents, military employees, State police officers, and careers in law; (4) government domestic inspectors--customs inspectors, special agents, customs patrol officers, import specialists, health inspectors, and regulatory inspectors; and (5) community service workers--teachers, social workers, social service aides, rehabilitation counselors, probation officers, public health nurses, and recreation workers. For each occupation, duties are outlined and working conditions discussed. Techniques used to complete job descriptions include brief case histories of individuals in various positions, anecdotes to demonstrate the kinds of interactions involved in some jobs, and descriptions of a typical day on other jobs. Suggestions for training are offered and opportunities are explored. A fact chart is included showing jobs in the various areas with their educational requirements and salary ranges. (KH)