In these harsh economic times, you needn’t let your philanthropic bone give way to finding a recession-proof job. There are still not-for-profit jobs out there that don’t make you decide between your wallet and your consciousness.

You may not be aware of how lucrative a career in public administration can be, especially if you work in the non-profit sector. If you work as a non-profit executive, you could be earning up to $327,575 a year – and that’s just the median income! If you want to become an executive though, it is necessary to earn a master’s degree or higher in not-for-profit administration and management.

Better yet, there is a demand for these jobs. The Foundation Center, an NYC-based non-profit organization focused on assisting other charitable groups, reports that there are 1.4 million non-profit groups in the US today with more created each year.

As a public administrator, your duty will involve managing all aspects of public service at either federal, state, or local levels. If you are committed to providing public service, then consider going back to school and earning a degree in this field. You can make a real difference and help shape the future of your community.

There are various public administrator roles to choose from, such as working as an analyst, auditor, border guard, city manager, manager of a government agency, probation officer, police officer, and firefighter, amongst others.