Online Auction Curator: Estate Treasures, Flexible Hours

Caring Transitions; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Opportunity to work with unique assets

Job summary

Caring Transitions in La Mesa seeks a detail-oriented Online Auction Specialist to create auction listings using our CTBids platform. Responsibilities include researching and photographing items, as well as curating client estates. Ideal candidates must demonstrate strong customer service skills, integrity, and tech proficiency. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour with flexible scheduling and the possibility of increased hours during peak times.

Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail for listing creation.

Responsibilities

• Create auction listings on the CTBids platform.
• Conduct item research and take professional photographs.
• Visit client homes to curate items for sale.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tech proficiency

Photography

Research skills

Tools

CTBids platform

Job description

Caring Transitions of La Mesaspecializes in assisting seniors through life’s most significant transitions. A cornerstone of our "White-Glove" service is our proprietary online auction platform,CTBids. We are seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and tech-savvyOnline Auction Specialistto help us unlock the value of our clients' estates.

In this role, you aren't just "listing items"—you are a digital curator. You will use your eye for detail to showcase everything from everyday household goods to high-value collectibles, antiques, and fine art, ensuring every item finds its best new home.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Listing Creation:Develop compelling, high-converting auction listings on ourctbids.complatform.

Expert Research & Photography:Conduct thorough research to identify the history and value of estate items. Take professional, high-quality photographs that highlight unique features, signatures, and condition.

The "4 M’s" Standard:Ensure every auction lot title and description is precise, error-free, and includes the4 M’s: Measurements, Material, Movement, and Markings.

On-Site Curation:Visit client homes throughoutLa Mesa, Del Cerro, andTierrasantato identify, sort, and prepare marketable items for sale.

Inventory Mastery:Manage the flow of items from discovery to final cataloging, maintaining a "Strategic Mindset" to meet project deadlines.

Requirements

Hospitality Mindset:Exceptional customer service skills and a professional, compassionate demeanor when working in client homes.

Integrity & Reliability:Strong character and the ability to work independently or as part of a high-energy team.

Resilience:Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting and remain comfortable working in varied environments (including cluttered or dusty spaces).

Physical Capability:Ability to handle tasks including prolonged standing, repetitive bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Tech Proficiency:Access to a smartphone and computer; ability to quickly learn theCTBidsplatform.

Mobile & Professional:Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass a background check.

Pay Rate:$18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Job Type:Part-time, with potential for increased hours during high-volume weeks.

Schedule:5–8 hour shifts, primarily Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays as projects require.

Benefits:Flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work with unique, high-value assets across San Diego.