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Customs Specialist – Entry Writer

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Location Type: Office

Location: Salt Lake City • Utah • United States

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Salary

💰 $22 - $30 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
  • Bachelor's degree in international trade, supply chain management, or a related field (preferred)
  • Customs broker license or certification (preferred)
  • Experience working with a variety of commodities and industries (preferred)
  • Familiarity with Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) and other customs clearance systems (preferred)
  • Experience with specialized customs processes such as bonded warehousing, drawback, or temporary importation (preferred)
  • Fluent in English (oral and written)
Benefits
  • medical
  • prescription
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • flexible and health spending accounts
  • short and long-term disability coverage
  • wellness resources to support your overall well-being
  • 401(k) plan offers company-matching contributions up to 5%
  • generous paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • additional floating holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
customs documentationcustoms clearance procedurestariff classificationscustoms regulationsimport and export documentationanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsattention to detailtransportation operationslogistics operations
Soft Skills
effective communicationinterpersonal skillsability to work under pressuretime managementcollaborationguidance and support
Certifications
customs broker licensecertification in international trade