Customs Administrative Assistant / Customs Clerk (Entry-Level)

Pacific Customs Brokers has been in business for over 65 years, and we are always looking for our next generation of brokers. Looking for a new career in a stable industry with plenty of growth opportunities? Consider starting your new journey as a Customs Administrative Assistant / Customs Clerk, where you will play an important role in the import clearance process.

What We Do

We are an integral player in the supply chain and are best known for our brokerage services. We assist importers by ensuring their shipment paperwork is complete and meets US requirements. We then make an electronic declaration on their behalf to the government to allow their goods to enter the country.

But that’s not all we do! We are passionate about international trade and also offer advisory services to the business community. We help companies navigate trade agreements, determine the value of their goods, and pass any other hurdles they may encounter bringing goods into this country.

Why Work With Us

Our success is due to the dedicated and knowledgeable staff who work here. We offer stable employment in a growing industry, competitive wages, excellent benefits, and room for growth. Many of our trade advisors and compliance specialists started as Customs Administrative Assistants, and we promote (and pay for) additional education that supports your career growth.

Because international trade is a 24/7/365 business, this role is on a shift-based schedule, with time assignments which will vary and will include days, afternoons, and at times overnights. This is not a Monday to Friday daytime job, and the shift will also usually include a Saturday and/or Sunday. Shift schedules will be assigned at least a month in advance and employees will always be full-time.

Requirements:

• Available for days/afternoons/evenings, including at least one weekend day
• Typing speed of 35 WPM or better
• Professional telephone etiquette (previous reception and/or CSR experience is an asset)
• Administrative experience (i.e. filing, scanning, data entry) is beneficial
• Ability to complete physical tasks such as sitting, bending, and crouching
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English at a professional level
• Must be in the US and have the right to work at the time of application. Applications from outside the US will not be considered. Out-of-state applicants should indicate their planned date of arrival to the Blaine area
• Foreign placement agencies need not contact.

We Offer:

• Starting wage of $19.40 plus shift premiums (i.e. additional $1.50 per hour for any hours worked between 6 pm and 11 pm and additional $2.50 for any hours worked between 11 pm and 5 am)
• Full-time employment (40 hours/week)
• Employees (and their families) are covered by Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employees are covered by Life Insurance, can enroll in our company's 401K plan, and can participate in profit-sharing.
• Employees are eligible for 10 paid vacation days (following the first year of employment) and 11 paid holidays (following 30 days of employment)
• Education Support
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• and more!

Candidates with previous administrative or customer service experience are encouraged to apply. Submit your resume and cover letter via really or directly on our website.

Principals only. No agents or recruiters need contact.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.40 - $20.90 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work days, afternoons, and evening shifts, including at least one weekend day?

Ability to Commute:

• Blaine, WA 98230 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21