Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailMaPurpose of JobProvide effective leadership and oversight of regulatory functions by demonstrating ownership acting with empathy proactively ensuring adherence to compliance requirements while advocating for seamless customer-focused cargo movement.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop a deep understanding of all aspects of regulatory to ensure compliance & reduce regulatory related expenditures.Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies such as the PR Tax Department USDA CBP US Census Bureau & Dept of Homeland Security.Maintain a framework that is driven by a generalist structure" to ensure all team members are cross trained in all aspects and functions related to regulatory.Develop processes that will allow the generalist to become more productive and efficient considering building consistency among all port locations regarding regulatory functions.Research and resolve regulatory issues as they arise supporting both internal and external customers.Act as a liaison between company and regulatory agencies.Schedule work hours to support business requirements keeping overtime within or below budget.Maintain comprehensive understanding of all regulatory requirements and provide guidance and training to our customers and business units to increase knowledge and minimize risk.Work closely with the Shipment Services Department to ensure shipments are accurately documented so they may be transmitted in a timely manner to Regulatory agencies.Identify areas of potential issues & develop corrective action steps to ensure proper compliance.Prepare Self-Disclosure Letters to the U.S. Census Bureau or Mitigation Letters to U.S. Customs and Border Protection as required for consideration in preventing fines and penalties.Promote teamwork integration through clear understanding of interdepartmental needs and expectations between all terminal locations.Maintain KPIs for analysis of areas where improvement is needed.1Frequent individual and team discussions to identify career development goals opportunities to improve share ownership challenge empower and keep line of communication open.Partner with other port locations to ensure accurate vessel reconciliation in our BOS Back Office System and TOS Terminal Operation Systems to ensure accuracy of documentation for governmentalregulatory agencies requirements.Work on ad-hoc projectsinitiatives as needed.Secondary Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssists the Company in any necessary duties to achieve Company goals.Performs other related duties as assigned.Adherence to the Integrated Management System that covers Quality Environmental and Safety ISO International Organization for Standardization certificationsAuthorityJudgmentDisclosureFinancial ResponsibilityLittle or no direct supervision. A wide choice in selection development and coordination of methods within broad framework of general policies.Judgment DecisionsMistakes and errors in judgment are serious in nature causing considerable loss of money production time or adversely affecting customer relations.Disclosure of Information SelectionsThis position involves regular work with some information of major importance which if disclosed may be detrimental to the company&8217s interests.Financial Responsibility SelectionsNo authority to commit funds for the organizationSkillsMinimum of 5 years of experience in transportation related business required.Experience with State and Federal transportation procedures Customs USDA Hacienda" OSHA USCG and PRDA preferred.Bilingual EnglishSpanish preferred.Superior interpersonal and communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.Ability to effectively manage multiple prioritiesAbility to create and maintain relationships with internal and external business partners.Commitment to process improvement.Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and SharePoint skills.Ability to lead people & get results think ahead plan organize & set priorities.EducationBachelors Degree in business or related equivalent field experience andor combination of experience and education required.TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer &8211 Affirmative Action and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women underrepresented groups individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico LLC is a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.As part of the team full-time employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes health dental vision life insurance short term disability employee assistance program 401k with company match and discretionary funding tuition reimbursement supplemental parental leave jury duty and bereavement leave. Full-time employees will receive a minimum of 10 days vacation 10 days sick 10 days paid holidays and one floating holiday every 12 months. 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