Unit group 3354

PSOC Unit group 3354 — Government licensing officials (2026)

Government licensing officials examine applications for licenses to export or import goods, set up businesses, build houses or other structures, or to obtain passports, determine eligibility of applications for issuing licenses or passports, and identify specific conditions or restrictions to be attached to licenses issued, referring exceptional or important cases to Senior government officials or Managers. Their tasks include: a) advising individuals on government laws and regulations concerning the type of license required and the conditions attached to such licenses, and on the public's rights and obligations; b) examining applications and relevant documents and determining whether a license can be granted and the conditions which should be attached; c) examining applications and approving the issue of passports; d) performing related administrative tasks to process applications, document activities, evaluations and determinations, and to prepare correspondence to inform applicants of licensing decisions; e) administering and scoring tests required to license applicants. Examples of occupations classified here: Building permit (licensing) officer, Business permit (licensing officer), License examiner, License inspector, Licenser, Licensing officer, Passport issuing officer, Professional regulation officer Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Building inspectors - 3112, Fire inspectors - 3112

Level Unit group
Code 3354
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Government licensing officials examine applications for licenses to export or import goods, set up businesses, build houses or other structures, or to obtain passports, determine eligibility of applications for issuing licenses or passports, and identify specific conditions or restrictions to be attached to licenses issued, referring exceptional or important cases to Senior government officials or Managers. Their tasks include: a) advising individuals on government laws and regulations concerning the type of license required and the conditions attached to such licenses, and on the public's rights and obligations; b) examining applications and relevant documents and determining whether a license can be granted and the conditions which should be attached; c) examining applications and approving the issue of passports; d) performing related administrative tasks to process applications, document activities, evaluations and determinations, and to prepare correspondence to inform applicants of licensing decisions; e) administering and scoring tests required to license applicants. Examples of occupations classified here: Building permit (licensing) officer, Business permit (licensing officer), License examiner, License inspector, Licenser, Licensing officer, Passport issuing officer, Professional regulation officer Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Building inspectors - 3112, Fire inspectors - 3112

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Regulatory government associate professionals.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Regulatory government associate professionals grouping.

FAQ

What does PSOC 3354 cover?

Government licensing officials examine applications for licenses to export or import goods, set up businesses, build houses or other structures, or to obtain passports, determine eligibility of applications for issuing licenses or passports, and identify specific conditions or restrictions to be attached to licenses issued, referring exceptional or important cases to Senior government officials or Managers. Their tasks include: a) advising individuals on government laws and regulations concerning the type of license required and the conditions attached to such licenses, and on the public's rights and obligations; b) examining applications and relevant documents and determining whether a license can be granted and the conditions which should be attached; c) examining applications and approving the issue of passports; d) performing related administrative tasks to process applications, document activities, evaluations and determinations, and to prepare correspondence to inform applicants of licensing decisions; e) administering and scoring tests required to license applicants. Examples of occupations classified here: Building permit (licensing) officer, Business permit (licensing officer), License examiner, License inspector, Licenser, Licensing officer, Passport issuing officer, Professional regulation officer Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Building inspectors - 3112, Fire inspectors - 3112

Where is PSOC 3354 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Regulatory government associate professionals.

How do I choose PSOC 3354 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Regulatory government associate professionals grouping.