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Immigration and Customs Inspectors - 33-3021.05

O*NET-SOC Description

Investigate and inspect persons, common carriers, goods, and merchandise, arriving in or departing from the United States or between states to detect violations of immigration and customs laws and regulations.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Canine Enforcement Officer (K-9 Enforcement Officer)
  • Customs Inspector
  • Customs Officer
  • Customs Port Director
  • Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO)
  • Import Specialist
  • Inspector
  • Special Agent
  • Supervisory CBP Officer
  • US Customs and Border Protection Officer (US CBPO)

SOC Occupation Groups

33-0000 Protective Service Occupations
33-3000 Law Enforcement Workers
33-3020 Detectives and Criminal Investigators
33-3021.00 Detectives and Criminal Investigators
33-3021.05 Immigration and Customs Inspectors

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Collect samples of merchandise for examination, appraisal, or testing.
  • Detain persons found to be in violation of customs or immigration laws and arrange for legal action, such as deportation.
  • Determine duty and taxes to be paid on goods.
  • Examine immigration applications, visas, and passports and interview persons to determine eligibility for admission, residence, and travel in the U.S.
  • Inspect cargo, baggage, and personal articles entering or leaving U.S. for compliance with revenue laws and U.S. customs regulations.
  • Institute civil and criminal prosecutions and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation and prosecution of those in violation of immigration or customs laws.
  • Interpret and explain laws and regulations to travelers, prospective immigrants, shippers, and manufacturers.
  • Investigate applications for duty refunds and petition for remission or mitigation of penalties when warranted.
  • Locate and seize contraband, undeclared merchandise, and vehicles, aircraft, or boats that contain such merchandise.
  • Record and report job-related activities, findings, transactions, violations, discrepancies, and decisions.
  • Testify regarding decisions at immigration appeals or in federal court.

Detailed Work Activities

  • analyze existing evidence or facts
  • apply appropriate physical restraint
  • apprehend or arrest suspect or perpetrator of criminal act
  • collect samples for testing
  • communicate details in protective services settings
  • communicate technical information
  • compile evidence for court actions
  • compute financial data
  • conduct legal searches or investigations
  • cooperate with court personnel or other law enforcement agencies
  • determine if evidence is sufficient to recommend prosecution
  • drive automobile, van, or light truck
  • enforce laws, ordinances, or regulations
  • examine permits or licenses to ensure compliance with requirements
  • explain government laws or regulations
  • file documents in court
  • follow law enforcement methods or procedures
  • gather physical evidence
  • investigate complaints, disturbances, or violations
  • issue licenses or permits
  • make presentations
  • manage detailed records or files in law enforcement setting
  • measure, weigh, or count products or materials
  • operate vehicles in law enforcement or security setting
  • pilot aircraft
  • prepare reports
  • review facts to determine if criminal act or statue violation is involved
  • ride horses during law enforcement work
  • testify in court for accident and criminal cases
  • use arrest, search, or seizure legal statutes
  • use interviewing procedures
  • use knowledge of investigation techniques
  • use oral or written communication techniques
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment
  • verify investigative information

Military Crosswalk Titles

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Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Customs Import Specialist
  • Customs Inspector
  • Immigration Inspector
  • Opener-Verifier-Packer, Customs
  • Special Agent, Customs