Head of Rare Books Consignments

Heritage Auctions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plans

Job summary

Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer, based near Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Rare Books Acquisition Specialist. You will build and expand our consignor base, source quality properties, and help grow the Rare Books category through targeted outreach and strategic partnerships.

Key duties include evaluating condition and provenance for auction value, negotiating consignor terms, marketing lots to bidders and institutions, assisting with catalog production, and supporting

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Rare Books in an auction house or major institution.
• Expertise in early printed books, fine bindings, first editions.
• Background in Maps and Botanicals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior management on Rare Books sales strategies to expand the category.
• Source quality consignments from private collectors, estates, dealers, and institutions.
• Acquire consignments through Heritage Auctions and individually generated lead resources.
• Evaluate property for condition, authenticity, and provenance to ensure adherence to auction value guidelines.
• Negotiate Terms of Consignment with consignors.
• Market lots in auctions to targeted clients and institutions; actively promote and “sell the sale.”
• Expand the client database by securing new bidders and consignors in the Rare Books category.
• Travel as needed to meet with clients and assess property for potential consignment.
• Participate in catalog production, including proofing text, images, and promotional materials.
• Support private treaty sales as needed.

Skills

Client relations

Communication

Deadline-driven

Team orientation

Job description

Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer, based near Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Rare Books Acquisition Specialist. You will build and expand our consignor base, source quality properties, and help grow the Rare Books category through targeted outreach and strategic partnerships.

Key duties include evaluating condition and provenance for auction value, negotiating consignor terms, marketing lots to bidders and institutions, assisting with catalog production, and supporting