Auction Operations Assistant - Fine and Decorative Arts

Heritage; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plans

Onsite gym with trainer

Job summary

Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer, is seeking an entry-level position focused on presenting consignments for auctions. Responsibilities include sorting, cleaning, tagging, and data entry; heavy lifting of antique items; and assisting with client pickups after auctions.

The role requires proficiency in Outlook and Excel, an eye for detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, and an onsite gym.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience.
• Interest in Fine arts preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to multitask and pay great attention to detail.
• Must be comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• 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; Ship orders immediately after auctions; Process and forward items remaining onsite until payments are received; Inform supervisors of discrepancies or issues.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Heavy lifting

Interest in Fine arts

Job description

Description

Build your career with Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, Heritage Auctions has spent five decades connecting collectors with extraordinary objects and the stories behind them. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices across the United States and around the world, Heritage serves more than 50 auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Entertainment, Historical, Jewelry, Fine and Decorative Art, Luxury Accessories, Wine, and many more. Join a collaborative, fast-paced company where curiosity is valued, expertise is celebrated, and every day offers an opportunity to work with remarkable pieces of history and culture.

Job Type

Full-time

ROLE SUMMARY

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