세관 검사관/CBP 담당자

근무 일정

• Customs Inspectors/CBP Officers work full-time jobs. Shifts may include working early mornings, late nights, and on weekends and holidays. They may work at an airport, seaport, or border crossing, sometimes in inspection booths or areas using specialized equipment and/or working with dogs. Some work outside inspecting containers and vehicles. 

일반적인 의무

• Inspect and process incoming shipments for customs clearance  
• Verify the accuracy of import documentation; ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations  
• Examine cargo for prohibited or restricted items 
• Inspect the personal baggage of arriving international passengers  
• Confiscate hazardous items 
• Accurately classify and estimate the value of imported goods  
• Collect customs duties and applicable fees 
• Check passports, ID cards, visas, and/or other travel documents
• Conduct audits on importers to ensure proper duties are paid 
• Intercept and detain shipments containing contraband or illegal items 
• Detain persons in violation of regulations 
• Conduct interviews and computer database queries; carry out random checks based on risk assessment profiles 
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies (such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) and attorneys, as needed; testify in court regarding customs-related offenses
• Review and process applications for import/export permits  
• Coordinate with shipping agents and carriers on customs procedures  
• Participate in fraud and smuggling investigations; write reports on findings and activities  
• Offer guidance to travelers regarding customs regulations and declarations  
• Manage and coordinate targeted enforcement operations  
• Operate scanning and detection equipment to identify potential threats  
• Ensure the protection of sensitive and proprietary information  
• Review and approve cargo release or recommend further inspection  

추가 책임

• Train and mentor new staff, including detection dog handlers
• Respond to inquiries from the public, businesses, and government agencies  
• Conduct outreach and education initiatives for the importing community  
• Stay up-to-date on new technologies, violation trends, international trade agreements, and applicable laws
• Help develop policies and procedures for inspections  
• Liaise with foreign customs agencies to facilitate mutual compliance  
• Offer aid in emergency situations at ports of entry  
• Handle disputes or appeals 

소프트 스킬

• 정밀 
• Adventurous
• 세부 사항에주의
• 의사소통 기술 
• Conscientious
• 고객 서비스 
• 디테일 지향
• Efficient
• 독립의 
• 이니셔티브
• Logical
• 조직적 
• 모니터링
• 끈기
• 문제 해결
• 신뢰성 
• 건전한 판단과 의사 결정
• Service mentality

기술 능력

• Familiarity with inspection tools and equipment, including Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) systems, Radiation detection equipment (RDE), metal detectors, and X-ray imaging systems
• Knowledge of electronic customs clearance systems, customs processing, databases (such as the National Crime Information Center and TECS), and data analysis and risk assessment techniques  
• Familiarity using Automated Commercial Environment, a “system through which the trade community reports imports and exports and the government determines admissibility”
• Knowledge of customs regulations and laws, international trade agreements and tariffs, and familiarity with types of contraband and restricted items  
• Ability to interpret and apply complex documentation requirements  
• Safe cargo handling and storage procedures, including hazardous material (such as chemical and biological agents) detection and handling
• Skill handling and training detection animals  
• Proficiency in a second language 

Government agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection 
May collaborate with:

• Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
• 국토안보부 
• 마약 단속국 
• 연방수사국 
• Immigration and Customs Enforcement 
• Airports and seaports
• International task forces/collaborative units
• U.S. Coast Guard
• 미국 농무부

CBP Officers must maintain a keen eye for detail and be ready to make quick decisions based on an understanding of regulations, laws, and international agreements. Our nation’s security and trade reputation hinge on their judgment.

The role comes with challenges, as these inspectors often work long hours at busy ports and airports. Night shifts, weekends, and holidays are all part of the job—a job that exposes them to health and security risks, particularly when handling hazardous materials or confronting illicit activities. A career in this field requires dedication, safety consciousness, and plenty of patience! 

Customs officials increasingly rely on technology to bolster security and simplify the whole clearance process. 

Advanced systems that use AI analytics and high-tech scanning can now identify threats and speed up inspections. Meanwhile, automated clearance platforms and digital documentation are replacing paperwork, accelerating transactions, and reducing human errors.

There’s also a strong trend toward better international collaboration, as customs authorities try to forge tighter bonds with overseas counterparts. Joint efforts, recognition of customs protocols, and unified databases help tackle smuggling and other illicit activities. This cooperation strengthens security and streamlines trade, which is good for everyone.

Customs officials tend to be strict rule-followers. In their younger days, they might have enjoyed activities that fostered attention to detail, curiosity, and a sense of justice. This could include hobbies like puzzle-solving, playing strategy games, or simply being involved in extracurricular activities in leadership roles.