Customs Specialist

General Position Summary This position is responsible to prepare and compile documents required by the federal government on brokerage compliance issues. Essential Job Functions CUSTOMS : HTS Classification – Research and determine tariff classifications, review complex classifications, and assist with binding ruling requests. Post-Entry Processing – Prepare and file PSCs, protests, reconciliation entries, and other post-entry corrections or adjustments. Occasional entries if extremely short-handed. AD/CVD and Special Tariffs – Research antidumping/countervailing duties, Section 301, Section 232, and other special tariff programs, including exclusions and exemptions. Free Trade Agreements and Country of Origin – Determine eligibility under USMCA and other trade agreements, including origin determinations and marking requirements. Customs Valuation – Research valuation issues involving assists, royalties, related-party transactions, transfer pricing, and other adjustments. PGA and Quota Compliance – Assist with FDA, USDA, EPA, CPSC, and other PGA requirements, along with tariff-rate quotas and restrictions. CBP Inquiries and Enforcement Matters – Handle CBP Forms 28/29, liquidated damages, and other complex CBP issues. Customs Bonds and Specialized Entries – Assist with bond issues, FTZ transactions, bonded warehouses, in-bond movements, and other specialized customs procedures. Entry Audits and Compliance Reviews – Review entries for classification, valuation, origin, duty accuracy, and regulatory compliance. ACE/ABI and CargoWise Support – Troubleshoot complex transmission issues, entry rejections, system processing errors, and other technical matters. Regulatory Research and Updates – Monitor CBP regulations, CSMS messages, Federal Register notices, and changes affecting brokerage operations. Internal Technical Support and Training – Provide guidance and technical assistance to entry writers and other Hankyu personnel via Helpdesk Ticketing System. Client Compliance Support – Assist clients with customs-related inquiries, duty exposure, regulatory requirements, and corrective actions. SOPs and Special Projects – Assist with developing procedures, updating compliance guidelines, supporting CBP audits, and implementing new regulatory programs. Any other duties as may be determined by VP of Operations. OTHER & MISCELLANEOUS : Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes. Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management. Maintains high ethical standards in the workplace. Reports all irregular issues and problems to supervisors for solution. Maintains good communication with management, office staff members and outside contacts. Complies with all company policies and procedures. Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working area. Job Dimensions (skills, knowledge & abilities) Essential Job Dimensions Accounting, Accuracy, Attendance & Punctuality, Attention to Detail, Clerical, Communication: Speaking, Reading and Writing in English, Confidentiality, Computer Usage, Diplomacy, Dependability/Reliability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Initiative/Follow Through, Listening & Understanding, Math Skill (Basic), Multi-Tasking, Office Equipment Usage, Order Processing, Product Knowledge, Research, Relation Building, Team Participation. Qualifications Education & Work Experience Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have between one and two years of experience in a similar position. Tools & Equipment General office equipment including phones, fax, copier, scanner, personal computer, etc. Software includes the use of Windows operating system, MS Office. Any tools, equipment, software that are required to be used. Certificates / Licenses This position may require a certified U.S. Customs Brokers License. Any certificate…

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