Role Description
We are seeking a Regulatory Specialist to act as a senior subject matter expert, responsible for providing timely and accurate advice to a growing and diverse client base. A strong sense of ownership and pride over principal duties is required. This role continually provides opportunities to work independently and collaboratively to achieve entire perspective results.
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Ownership of projects including, but not limited to:
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Developing and launching Audit Program
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Completing and presenting “Regulatory Specialist Spotlight”
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Overseeing the NCBFAA MOU program for Willson International Inc employees
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Prioritize and respond to incoming client inquiries of a regulatory or technical nature. Willson International operates within land, air and ocean environments. Requests often require urgent or same day turnaround.
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Advise on the classification, valuation and import requirements of merchandise. Complete and accurate tariff opinions including duty rate and AD/CVD scope checks are routine. Research and advise on FDA, Agriculture or other PGA import requirements.
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Vet documents to ensure compliance with CBP and all other regulatory agencies. Some examples include Powers of Attorney, USMCA Certification of Origin and other routine import documents.
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Post entry work may be required. Examples include USMCA claims, Post Summary Corrections and administrative refunds as required.
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Application or maintenance of Continuous Surety Bonds.
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Stay current with upcoming regulatory changes impacting the Willson International client base.
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All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Minimum ten (10) years’ Customs Brokerage experience in a consulting, regulatory or similar professional services capacity.
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US Customs Brokers License is required.
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High School Diploma required. College and or University Degree in Business Administration is an asset.
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NCBFAA Certified Customs Specialist is an asset.
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Strong working knowledge of CBP and PGA import requirements is required.
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Working knowledge of MS Office Suite of products – command of Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
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Strong communication skills – verbal and written is required.
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Problem solving, accuracy, attention to detail and analytical ability is required.
Benefits
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Work-from-home environment, with a home internet reimbursement.
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3 weeks paid vacation for all new hires.
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401K program.
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Family medical benefit coverage (including significant mental-health practitioner coverage), Compassionate Care top-ups, and Maternity/Parental top-ups.
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Training and coverage of certification costs to adapt to change.
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Recognition of staff value and celebration of big moments together (like service anniversaries, weddings, and cute things, like puppies and babies).