Customs and Border Protection Officers
O*NET-SOC 33-3051.04 · interest code CER
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.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Conventional — order and accuracy — records, systems, standards, detail held reliably — then Enterprising and Realistic.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation — often vocational training, an associate degree or apprenticeship.