Politican

=Politician=


 * General Description:** Politicians are the cornerstone of any efficient democratic government. They are involved in influencing public policy, governmental decision making, and the creation of laws for the benefit of the general public, among other duties. A politician is a very broad term, and it usually meant to categorize or condense various forms of political jobs into one title (Senators, Ministers, Councillors, etc.). Politicians are either appointed or elected, depending on their position, and they are involved within every level of government, this includes but is not limited to: municipal, provincial, federal, executive, legislative, and judicial. While a stereotypical politician may be known as a suit-wearing individual employed by government, but this is not always the case. Some politicians are working from outside the main governing body in order to bring about change through diplomatic means. In geographical areas where serious issues are discussed frequently in political hotspots, such as Ottawa or Washington, a politicians job can be very stressful.

//Left to right:// **[|Danny Williams]** //(Former Premier of Newfoundland and influential politician and businessman),// **[|Paul Davis]** //(Current Premier of Newfoundland), and// **[|Pierre Elliot Trudeau]** //(Former Prime Minister of Canada, arguably the most well-known, controversial, and popular politician in the history of Canada).//


 * Why I chose this occupation:** I have always aspired to be a politician, due to the fact that it is one of the few positions that meets both of my criteria for what makes a great employment: a steady salary and the ability to change the world. I can make a real positive and noticeable improvement in my area if I get into a position of political power, and I would love nothing more than to do so.


 * Technology used in this occupation:** Being a politician doesn't require the use of much technology. Outside of the basic use of computers and smartphones for community interaction and formal governmental business, a politician relies mainly on his or her wits and voice to aide them in their employment.


 * Education:** In order to be a politician on any level, a degree in Political Science would assist you greatly. These can be obtained from any university that offers the course (Memorial University of Newfoundland, in St. John's for example).


 * Job Postings:** There is no open posting on jobsinnl.ca to be a politician at a specific company, or anywhere for that matter. A Politician is a very broad term, and it depends on what you want to do, but a solid option to take is to shadow a politician in the field you wish to work in, such as an elected official or political candidate (Department of Agriculture, Department of Finance, City Council, etc.), similar to an internship. After gaining more experience and responsibilities, it's possible that you could advance on to greater roles within your area. Also, joining youth committees and party-affiliated groups are also great ideas.


 * Salary:** A typical Member of Parliament in Canada makes $160,000 in one year. The Prime Minister of Canada makes $327,400. Senators in Canada make $138,700. For a full list of federal politician incomes, see [|here].

//Above:// The Premier of Newfoundland, Paul Davis, and his Youth Advisory Committee (//SKH Student Aaron Chafe is in the back, on the staircase, third from right//).

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