Border services manager NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for border services manager.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for border services manager is 40011 (Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 1): +70 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 100 for a job offer.
NOC code
40011
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 1
+70 work · 100 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 40011 covers
Government managers in economic analysis, policy development and program administration plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate economic policy, research and programs in areas of government activity such as taxation, international trade, labour markets, transportation or agriculture. They also plan and direct policies and programs to promote industrial and commercial business development in urban and rural areas. They are employed by all levels of government.
| Unit group | 40011 — Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the development of economic policy research projects and economic programs
- Participate in the development of departmental policies by providing advice to senior government managers
- Organize departmental unit and establish procedures to meet departmental objectives set by senior management
- Direct and advise economists and other professional staff who conduct economic research, prepare reports or administer programs in areas of government activity such as taxation, international trade, labour, transportation or agriculture
- Direct and advise economic development officers or other staff administering programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in urban or rural areas
- Plan, administer and control research and administration budgets for projects, support services, equipment or supplies
To use NOC 40011 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 40011 →
Other job titles under NOC 40011
- Business development director - government services
- Customs manager - government services
- Economic analysis chief - government services
- Economic development director - government services
- Economic policy analysis director - government services
- Energy market analysis director - government services
- Excise tax programs director - government services
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 40011, one of these may fit better:
- Administrative services chief — NOC 10019 (Other administrative services managers, TEER 0)
- Administrative services coordinator — NOC 13100 (Administrative officers, TEER 3)
- Administrative services manager — NOC 10019 (Other administrative services managers, TEER 0)
- Ambulance services supervisor — NOC 32102 (Paramedical occupations, TEER 2)
- Child welfare services administrator — NOC 40030 (Managers in social, community and correctional services, TEER 0)
- Computing services company president — NOC 00012 (Senior managers - financial, communications and other business services, TEER 0)
- Conference services officer — NOC 12103 (Conference and event planners, TEER 2)
- Court services manager — NOC 10019 (Other administrative services managers, TEER 0)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for border services manager?+
In NOC 2021, "border services manager" is an example title in unit group 40011 — Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is border services manager eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 40011 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does border services manager get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 40011 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 1. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 70 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 100 (whichever is higher).
Can a border services manager get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 40011 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says border services manager but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 40011. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.