Import Entry Writer

TRANS Overseas Corporation

Job Description

Job Title: Import Entry Writer

Department: Classification and Value Supervisor

Reports To: Angella Gonzalez

Prepared By: Meagan Russell, HR Director

Prepared Date: 03/17/2025

SUMMARY

Provides basic clerical support to the Import Operations department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Understands and uses multiple filing systems to retrieve and file appropriately; maintains operational knowledge of office machines and equipment; completes clerical tasks related to document management; records releases and files associated documents; processes vendor bills.

• Process paperwork and resolve inquiries relative to US import shipments with respect to: Classification, 19 CFR, Partnering Government Agencies, Exclusions, and ADA/CVD
• Communicate internally with Traffic department to ensure timely clearance of shipments to prevent unnecessary delays
• Recognize and resolve documentation errors
• Maintain accurate classification history and client databases to guarantee audit integrity
• Has overall knowledge of custom tariff and regulations, OGA requirements;

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly subjected to moderate office noise.