Federal Government Import Compliance Specialist Current Customs License

Possible Hybrid

• Current Customs License MUST HAVE no exceptions

The Import Compliance Specialist will provide hands‑on import compliance support, focusing on tariff classification accuracy, customs documentation review, and coordination with customs brokers. The role will serve as a subject‑matter expert to reduce compliance risk and tariff exposure.

• Review import transactions and documentation to ensure compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
• Validate and audit Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) classifications.
• Work closely with the external Customs Broker to resolve classification discrepancies and compliance issues.
• Review, prepare, and support customs applications/forms related to duty‑free entry and special classification provisions for duty free entry.
• Support internal reviews and audits of import activity to identify risks and corrective actions.
• Advise internal stakeholders on tariff impacts and compliance requirements.
• Maintain compliant records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by staying updated about changes to Customs laws and regulations, tariff measures, and HTS changes.

• Current Customs License
• 5+ years of experience in import compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of HTSUS classification and U.S. Customs regulations.
• Experience collaborating directly with Customs Brokers.
• Demonstrated experience with duty‑free entry provisions and customs documentation.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience supporting scientific, research, or government‑related imports.
• Prior in-house import compliance experience.
• Familiarity with tariff mitigation strategies, and CBP's Trade Remedy programs, Customs Rulings, and knowledge of current and newly proposed tariff measures
• Experience with ACE and ACE Reports