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Immigration and Customs Inspectors

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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Advise - People (4.44)
  2. Control, expedite things - Things (4.38)
  3. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.38)
  4. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.38)
  5. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.26)
  6. Interview, draw out - People (4.24)
  7. Research - Data (4.24)
  8. Pay attention to details - Data (4.20)
  9. Listen - People (4.00)
  10. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  11. Use my brain - Data (4.00)
  12. Speak - People (4.00)
  13. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (4.00)
  14. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  15. Follow through, get things done - People (3.78)
  16. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.62)
  17. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.61)
  18. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.61)
  19. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (3.57)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (4.00)
  2. Speaking (4.00)
  3. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  4. Reading Comprehension (3.88)
  5. Social Perceptiveness (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.62)
  7. Monitoring (3.62)
  8. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Oral Expression (4.00)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  4. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  5. Near Vision (4.00)
  6. Written Comprehension (3.88)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (3.88)
  8. Speech Clarity (3.88)
  9. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  10. Written Expression (3.62)
  1. Integrity (4.87)
  2. Self Control (4.50)
  3. Dependability (4.36)
  4. Stress Tolerance (4.34)
  5. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.22)
  6. Attention to Detail (4.20)
  7. Cooperation (3.86)
  8. Analytical Thinking (3.84)
  9. Persistence (3.78)
  10. Concern for Others (3.61)
  11. Independence (3.61)
  12. Achievement/Effort (3.56)
  13. Initiative (3.54)
  14. Social Orientation (3.53)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.64)
  2. Interacting With Computers (4.61)
  3. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.54)
  4. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.46)
  5. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.44)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.40)
  7. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.39)
  8. Processing Information (4.38)
  9. Analyzing Data or Information (4.26)
  10. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (4.24)
  11. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.24)
  12. Documenting/Recording Information (4.24)
  13. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.02)
  14. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.92)
  15. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.84)
  16. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.76)
  17. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.67)
  18. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (3.57)
  19. Performing Administrative Activities (3.56)
  1. Gather Physical Evidence (4.64)
  2. Examine Permits Or Licenses To Ensure Compliance With Requirements (4.44)
  3. Review Facts To Determine If Criminal Act Or Statue Violation Is Involved (4.44)
  4. Determine If Evidence Is Sufficient To Recommend Prosecution (4.44)
  5. Enforce Laws, Ordinances, Or Regulations (4.39)
  6. Apprehend Or Arrest Suspect Or Perpetrator Of Criminal Act (4.39)
  7. Investigate Complaints, Disturbances, Or Violations (4.38)
  8. Measure, Weigh, Or Count Products Or Materials (4.38)
  9. Compute Financial Data (4.38)
  10. Conduct Legal Searches Or Investigations (4.38)
  11. Verify Investigative Information (4.38)
  12. Compile Evidence For Court Actions (4.38)
  13. Analyze Existing Evidence Or Facts (4.26)
  14. Use Arrest, Search, Or Seizure Legal Statutes (4.24)
  15. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.24)
  16. Use Interviewing Procedures (4.24)
  17. Follow Law Enforcement Methods Or Procedures (4.24)
  18. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.24)
  19. Explain Government Laws Or Regulations (3.92)
  20. Make Presentations (3.84)
  21. Communicate Details In Protective Services Settings (3.84)
  22. Communicate Technical Information (3.84)
  23. Cooperate With Court Personnel Or Other Law Enforcement Agencies (3.76)
  24. Prepare Reports (3.56)
  25. File Documents In Court (3.56)
  26. Issue Licenses Or Permits (3.56)
  27. Manage Detailed Records Or Files In Law Enforcement Setting (3.56)