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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 33-3051.04Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Customs and Border Protection Officers

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.

What this job is about

Ensure compliance with U.S. customs and immigration laws.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Examine immigration documents

    Review applications, visas, and passports to assess eligibility for entry.

  2. 2

    Inspect cargo and baggage

    Check goods entering or leaving the U.S. for compliance with customs regulations.

  3. 3

    Detain violators

    Apprehend individuals violating customs or immigration laws and initiate legal actions.

  4. 4

    Seize contraband

    Locate and confiscate illegal merchandise and vehicles associated with violations.

  5. 5

    Record and report findings

    Document job-related activities, violations, and decisions for accountability and review.

Tools used in this work
IBM WebSphere MQMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordSAP software

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.