Customs Brokerage Agent- Logistics-Cargo Customs

Expeditors•Salt Lake City, UT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Customs Brokerage Agent supports the customs clearance of cargo entering and leaving the United States. The role helps ensure customs processes are smooth, timely, accurate, and compliant while meeting customer instructions and documentation requirements. Expeditors will teach and train the right candidate, with opportunities to grow within the department and organization. This is an on-site, full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The work includes entering and tracking customs data, supporting the preparation and submission of customs declarations, and ensuring accurate client billing. A business professional dress code applies.

Requirements

Effective interpersonal skills.
A proactive approach and strong organizational and computer skills.
Good working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word.
Fluency in English, including reading and writing.
Ability to work to deadlines and timed requirements.
Ability to handle multiple files, pay close attention to detail, and prioritize work.
Positive attitude and a can-do work ethic.
Take ownership of assigned work and contribute as a team player to a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Good knowledge of customs brokerage processes and customs legislation, especially classification, valuation, and origin.
Understanding of ocean, road, and air documentation processes.

Responsibilities

Ensure smooth and timely customs process flow.
Enter accurate and timely data into the operational system.
Track and trace customs files and provide reporting.
Ensure accurate and timely client billing.
Understand and correctly interpret import and export customs Desk Level Operating Procedures to meet customer instructions and expectations.
Transfer customs declaration information from documents or other sources into the customs entry system to support preparation of a valid declaration.
Assist with verifying customs declaration information and submitting it to the customs authority.
Ensure ongoing compliance with regulations.

Benefits

Paid vacation: first-year vacation is prorated based on the month of hire, with 15 days annually thereafter.
10 annual paid holidays.
Two flexible days offered each January 1.
Paid sick time accrued at one hour per 30 hours paid; unused time rolls over.
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
Optional Health Savings Account (HSA).
Life and disability insurance.
Paid parental leave, subject to additional eligibility criteria.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Training and Personnel Development Program.