Americana & Political Memorabilia Cataloger

Heritage-Capital-Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plans

Onsite gym with access to a personal

Job summary

Heritage Auctions in Dallas, TX seeks a skilled Cataloger for Americana and political collectibles. You will research, describe, and prepare items for upcoming auctions, emphasizing authenticity and historical significance.

The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of American history, provenance verification, and precise cataloging. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of experience; on-site work with a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; History, Political Science, American Studies, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience cataloging or handling Americana, historical artifacts, or political memorabilia.
• Demonstrated research and writing experience related to U.S. history or political collectibles.
• Knowledge of authentication practices and familiarity with campaign material eras preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and catalog Americana and political collectibles, including documents and memorabilia.
• Write concise, accurate, and engaging descriptions highlighting authenticity and context.
• Verify provenance through primary and secondary research.
• Assist in determining item condition, value, and historical importance.
• Proofread and edit catalog text and imagery for quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with directors, specialists, and photographers to maintain high standards.
• Respond to inquiries from prospective bidders before and during auctions.
• Assist in organizing materials for photography, display, and shipping.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Research and writing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in History/Politics/American Studies

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Heritage Auctions in Dallas, TX seeks a skilled Cataloger for Americana and political collectibles. You will research, describe, and prepare items for upcoming auctions, emphasizing authenticity and historical significance.

The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of American history, provenance verification, and precise cataloging. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of experience; on-site work with a collaborative team environment.