Associate Auction Coordinator - Lexington, KY (Part Time Opportunity)

Colonial Group; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel pay policy

401(k) program

Employee recognition program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Auction.com, based in Lexington, KY, seeks an Associate Auction Coordinator for part-time on-site work. You will co-host live auctions, engage with bidders, and ensure smooth processes from setup to post-event tasks. Expect travel within the area and flexible scheduling.

The role emphasizes customer service, tech-savviness with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Training and travel opportunities provided as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality customer service.
• Solid troubleshooting and tech aptitude.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Host and participate in live auctions with bidders.
• Coordinate auction day processes and tasks.
• Maintain event equipment and materials.
• Provide clear customer resources and support.

Skills

Customer service

Tech-savvy

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Auction.com, we’re transforming real estate. As the nation’s leading online platform for buying and selling residential bank-owned and foreclosure properties, we connect buyers, sellers, and investors with innovative technology. With over $70 billion in assets, our success is driven by a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. We go beyond the bid—empowering our people to thrive and shape the future of the industry

Associate Auction Coordinator - Lexington, KY (Part Time Opportunity)

Be the face of Auction.com, the nation’s leading online real estate marketplace, and represent the company by conducting, co-hosting, and otherwise participating in live auctions, traditionally held on the courthouse steps. While you’re there, expect to interact with bidders while performing the necessary tasks to successfully complete an auction and multitasking to ensure all required processes have been met. You will also help your local community thrive by educating customers on how to participate in auctions and helping to turn houses into homes.

The Territory

Centered around Lexington, KY but expect to drive up to 2 hours to travel to auctions in surrounding areas. You may occasionally be required to travel beyond 2 hours in which case a rental car will be provided, based on projected mileage. This can vary based on scheduling opportunities and your skill set.

The Schedule

Your Area/State manager will assign schedules weekly, depending on auction scheduling needs, so you’ll need to have a flexible and adaptable schedule. Additionally, there will be required training sessions, administrative tasks, and available resources to provide opportunities to improve skills while earning additional compensation. On average, you will work between 4 - 8 hours per week. Please note that hours can fluctuate and are not guaranteed.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Maintaining the highest level of professionalism with customers and on-site event location staff such as deputies, government employees, attorneys, etc.
• Producing all auction day processes with varying asset volumes.
• Maintaining event equipment and materials.
• Being a subject matter expert on customer resources.
• Professional communication and networking.
• Collecting customer information using our proprietary software.
• Auctioneering and bid tracking varying asset volumes.
• Completing customer receipts.
• Completing event reports.
• Identify, report, and support efficiencies in processes and technology.
• Facilitating on-the-job training for all event day roles.
• Participating in and contributing to scheduled training and team calls.
• Completing all tasks with high quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.

The Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys working in customer service and specifically enjoys interacting with and helping people.
• Is tech-savvy and has excellent technical troubleshooting skills.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Has excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Has great adaptability and quickly grasps new concepts.
• Achieves high performance while managing several assignments.
• Thrives in dynamic environments and can think quickly on their feet.
• Works well independently and as a team while continuously maintaining a team mindset.
• Is comfortable leading and interacting with a crowd.
• Is patient, clear and concise when talking to customer.
• Is open to feedback and coaching.
• Demonstrates advanced auction management capabilities.
• Has a high school diploma or equivalent as a minimum level of education.
• Has the ability to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Has the ability to stand for long hours and outside in all weather conditions.
• Can regularly travel up to 2 hours to event locations in their personal vehicle.

What’s In It For You

Competitive pay, professional experience for your resume, a unique working environment (no office!), regular training opportunities for professional growth and development, employee recognition program, employee referral program, and eligibility to participate in the Auction.com 401k program. We also offer a competitive Travel Pay Policy to help compensate for personal vehicle usage, when applicable.

Auction.com is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Auction.com is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.