Customs Brokerage Agent

Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, it employs over 19,000 professionals across more than 350 locations on six continents, providing customized international‑trade solutions and integrated information systems.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into the operational system.
• Track and trace custom files and reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely client billing.
• Understand all elements of the import and export customs Desk Level Operating Procedure and correctly interpret this information to fulfill customers' instructions and expectations.
• Transfer customs declaration information from documents or other sources into the customs entry system to build a valid customs declaration.
• Assist with verification of customs declaration information and submission to the customs authority.
• Ensure compliance at all times with regulations.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of customs brokerage process and customs legislation, especially classification, valuation, and origin.
• Understanding of ocean, road, and air documentation processes.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Pro‑active approach with strong organizational and computer skills.
• Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word).
• Fluent in English.

Pay

Expected Salary: $25‑$28 per hour. Eligible for bonus.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation (first year prorated based on month of hire)
• 10 paid holidays
• 2 Flexible Days
• Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Commuter Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement