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Immigration and Customs Inspectors

Also known as: Agriculture Specialist, Border Patrol Agent, Border Patrol Officer, Canine Enforcement Officer (K-9 Enforcement Officer), Chief, Port Director, Customs and Border Protection Inspector (CBPI), Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), Customs and Border Protection Supervisor, Customs and Immigration Officer, Customs Import Specialist

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.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma39%
Some College10%
Post-Secondary Certificate14%
Associate's Degree7%
Bachelor's Degree27%
Master's Degree2%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None48%
3-6 months5%
1-2 years19%
2-4 years27%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None5%
Up to 1 month7%
1-3 months27%
3-6 months15%
6 months - 1 year23%
1-2 years9%
2-4 years14%

How AI Impacts Each Task

11 tasks analyzed

Examine immigration applications, visas, and passports and interview persons to determine eligibility for admission, residence, and travel in the U.S.

Detain persons found to be in violation of customs or immigration laws and arrange for legal action, such as deportation.

Inspect cargo, baggage, and personal articles entering or leaving U.S. for compliance with revenue laws and U.S. customs regulations.

Locate and seize contraband, undeclared merchandise, and vehicles, aircraft, or boats that contain such merchandise.

Interpret and explain laws and regulations to travelers, prospective immigrants, shippers, and manufacturers.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

IntegritySelf ControlDependabilityStress ToleranceAdaptability/FlexibilityAttention to DetailCooperationAnalytical ThinkingPersistenceIndependenceConcern for OthersAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$93,580

per year

Mean Wage

$98,770

per year

Employment

111K

workers

Wage Range

$54,160 - $159,410

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$54,160Median: $93,580$159,410
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This occupation has 11 tasks in the database and is queued for the next scoring run. Risk scores, protective factors, and skill gaps will appear once the assessment completes.