Inspector's Field Manual - Gani

Inspector's Field Manual
Chapter 3: The Organization of Inspections
References:
INA: 286(k)
3.1 The Chain of Command.
The official chain-of-command for inspectional, as well as other INS personnel is set out in 8 CFR 100 and AM
01.001. Local channels within districts will vary, depending on office size and configuration. Proper
communication is critical to the effective operation of the Service. All officers must be familiar with and adhere
to local procedures for reporting through proper channels. To function effectively in emergencies and other
sensitive situations, be sure you have access to phone numbers for local, regional, and Headquarters officials.
3.2 Job Duties of Positions within Inspections.
There are several different position descriptions within Inspections. Within these major position descriptions,
there are a number of local variations which reflect the variety of workload patterns at different locations.
Sample position descriptions contained in the appendices of this chapter are typical ones for each major
occupation, although actual duties and responsibilities (and the position descriptions used at each location)
may vary among ports, even within the same district. [Note: some position descriptions use the older format,
since they have not yet been rewritten using the new "factors."]
a. Immigration Inspector (GS-1816). The immigration inspector conducts inspections of all classes of
applicants for admission to the US. He/she enforces various criminal and administrative statutes of the US,
apprehends violators, adjudicates a wide variety of applications for various immigration privileges and
benefits that are processed at the ports-of-entry and interprets and/or furnishes guidance and advice regarding
I&N laws, regulations, and operating instructions for other immigration personnel (trainees) and other agency
personnel.
[A sample position description is included in Appendix 3-1.]
b. Supervisory Immigration Inspector (GS-1816). The supervisory immigration inspector plans work
distribution for immigration inspectors, assistants, and clerical personnel, makes frequent inspections to observe
and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, establishes production standards and prepares
personnel related materials (i.e. performance appraisals) and develops and implements local policies for the
enforcement and facilitative aspects of the Inspections Program. He/she makes decisions on and resolves
problems involving complex phases of law or unusual situations requiring the interpretation and application of
Service policy, maintains or directs the maintenance of appropriate reports and production records, and
maintains liaison with other government, state, and local agencies and civic organizations. Supervisory
inspectors also supervise the adjudication of various types of applications and petitions, and exercise
supervision over the GS-11 senior immigration inspectors, immigration inspectors (Special Operations), free
trade examiners and other port personnel. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and
activities.
[A sample position description is included in Appendix 3-2.]
c. Port Director (GS-1816). The port director plans, coordinates, and directs, through assistant port directors,
all functions and activities relating to the inspections program at the port-of-entry. He/she develops and
prescribes policies and procedures for inspection activities and operations, and furnishes guidance to
subordinates, supervisors, and other district personnel concerning port and inspection activities. He/she
conducts studies to evaluate the effectiveness of operations, determines what programs can be initiated or
curtailed and recommends resource allocations for specific program activities. The port director adjusts and
realigns personnel and workloads to meet existing needs and priorities and consults with and advises superiors
and staff officers concerning inspections activities. He/she must maintains harmonious working relations with