Customs Entry Writer

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About the role

As a Customs Entry Agent, you will ensure compliance with federal and foreign regulations governing the shipment, receipt, and documentation of imported products while processing separate entries to Custom Border Patrol (US CUSTOMS). You will compute tariffs (taxes) and price conversions of merchandise imported from foreign destinations. You will also examine various documents including invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements to obtain release of incoming freight and resolve delays.

Pay: $26.29–$35.05/hr

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning and directing the flow of traffic to/from foreign destinations
• Effectively classifies dutiable import/export shipments to ensure compliance with all government agency rules and regulations
• Processes all requests for extensions, expiration, cancellation and all government entries
• Communicates with origin and destination locations regarding shipment status and special handling and delivery processes
• Applies for Import/Export Permits and Certificates of Eligibility
• Maintains open line of communication with department of foreign affairs
• May receive and distribute all incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
• Examines online commercial invoices and other documents to determine the correct Harmonized Tariff Code for each commodity to ensure correct classification
• Knowledge of US Customs Regulations regarding Foreign Trade Agreements and other duty exemptions
• Processes shipments through various online portals for submission to FDA and US Customs to obtain proper clearance

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)
• Overtime is required
• 1 year experience in transportation or customs preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), database and web-based applications
• Good oral and written communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills; courteous and clear telephone voice
• Proficiency on a 10-key calculator
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and possess time management skills
• This position requires access to secured airport areas. Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, which includes passing a criminal history records check, fingerprinting, and meeting all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Candidates must be able to provide all documentation necessary to support the badging process.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Retirement Savings – 401K with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, well-being programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off – Starting at 4 Weeks (PT/FT)
• Paid Leave
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance & Work Life Program
• Outstanding training opportunities