Customs Specialist – Entry Writer
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full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Itasca • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $23 - $31 per hour
About the role
- Prepare and submit customs documentation, including entry forms, invoices, and other required documents.
- Classify goods according to customs regulations and determine appropriate duty rates.
- Coordinate with clients, carriers, and government agencies to gather necessary information for customs clearance.
- Ensure compliance with customs laws and regulations, including tariff classifications, valuation, and country of origin requirements.
- Track and monitor customs entries to ensure timely processing and resolve any issues or delays.
- Communicate with customs officials, brokers, and other stakeholders to resolve any customs-related inquiries or problems.
- Maintain accurate records of customs transactions and documentation for audit purposes.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in customs regulations, trade agreements, and industry practices.
- Collaborate with internal teams, such as transportation and logistics, to ensure smooth movement of goods across borders.
- Provide guidance and support to colleagues on customs-related matters.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in customs brokerage or related field
- Experience with import and export documentation and customs clearance procedures
- Familiarity with international trade and transportation processes
- Strong knowledge of customs regulations and procedures
- Proficiency in using customs brokerage software and systems
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in preparing customs documentation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Familiarity with international trade agreements and requirements
- Knowledge of transportation and logistics operations
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite
Benefits
- medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
- flexible and health spending accounts
- short and long-term disability coverage
- wellness resources
- generous paid time off
- paid holidays
- additional floating holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
customs documentationcustoms clearance procedurestariff classificationsimport and export documentationcustoms regulationscustoms brokerage softwareinternational tradetransportation processeslogistics operationsattention to detail
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsability to work under pressuretime managementcollaborationguidance and supportaccuracyadaptability