Heritage Auctions

Auction Operations Assistant - Fine and Decorative Arts

Heritage Auctions  •  Dallas, TX (Onsite)  •  28 days ago
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Job Description

Start your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing auction houses!

At Heritage Auctions, you’ll be part of a team that brings rare collectibles to life, from Fine Art and Luxury Goods to Sports Memorabilia, Coins, and beyond. Headquartered in Dallas with offices worldwide, we offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where curiosity is valued, growth is fostered, and every day brings something new to discover. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and curious about the stories behind extraordinary objects, we invite you to join our team and grow in a dynamic environment where passion for history, culture, and storytelling connects collectors and enthusiasts worldwide!

This is an entry-level position that is responsible for the presentation of consignment items, including sorting, heavy lifting, cleaning, and labeling. This position will help unpack, tag, and enter property information into the database and assist with client pickups after auctions.

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • 401k savings plans
  • Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience

LOCATION: South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Pre-auction tasks

  • Enter item information into the computer system accurately
  • Ensure all items are imaged on time
  • Prepare (sort, clean, and label) items for auction
  • Must be comfortable with day-to-day heavy lifting of antique furniture

Post-auction tasks

  • Prepare orders for shipping in compliance with established procedures
  • Ship orders immediately after auctions.
  • Process and forward items remaining onsite until payments are received
  • Inform supervisors of any discrepancies or issues

Requirements

  • 1+ years of related experience, preferred
  • Interest in Fine arts preferred, but not required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Outlook and Excel
  • Ability to multitask and pay great attention to detail
  • Individuals must be comfortable lifting to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE

Heritage Auctions

About Heritage Auctions

Heritage Auctions is the largest collectibles auctioneer and third largest auction house in the world, as well as the largest auction house founded in the US. Our loyal and growing number of online bidder-members are a testament to the usefulness of our website (HA.com), our reputation for professional business practices and our vast expertise in the field of art and collectibles.

Established in 1976, Heritage offers a wide range of US & World Coins, Rare Currency, Fine & Decorative Art, Western Art, Illustration Art, Vintage Comic Books & Comic Art, Movie Posters, Entertainment & Music Memorabilia, Jewelry & Timepieces, Vintage & Couture Handbags, Sports Collectibles, Historical & Political Memorabilia, Rare Books & Manuscripts, American Indian Art, Air & Space Memorabilia, Civil War Memorabilia, Vintage & Contemporary Photography, Nature & Science Specimens, Fine and Rare Wine, URL domain names and other Intellectual Property, Luxury Real Estate and more.

We give our customers unprecedented access to our services using the latest advancements in technology and by maintaining a strong presence in the collectibles community.

Our knowledgeable staff of over 130 experts and 400 additional service-oriented professionals, and our suite of services, help our customers develop the best collections possible.

We are always looking to acquire interesting items, whether through consignment or by outright purchase, and we spend or disburse millions of dollars every business day, on average, keeping our clients'​ demands satisfied.

Visit www.HA.com now to learn more.

Industry
Fashion & Apparel
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Year Founded
1976
Website
ha.com
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