Online Auction Specialist

Caring Transitions; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Rewarding work

Job summary

Caring Transitions of Southern Delaware is seeking an Online Auction Specialist who can research and photograph items to bring antiques and collectibles to life on CTBIDS.com, while honoring the seniors who entrusted them and making the auction process meaningful and respectful.

You will sort belongings, craft listings, capture details, and research treasures; this is a part-time role with 4–6 hour shifts, Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Caring attitude and genuine desire to help seniors and their families.
• Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor.
• Reliability, integrity, creativity and attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, sometimes cluttered environment.

Responsibilities

• Sort and Organize Homes – categorize items to sell, donate, dispose of, or move.
• Craft Engaging Listings – highlight details and provenance.
• Capture the Details – photograph items to showcase uniqueness.
• Research Treasures – explore history and value of antiques and collectibles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliability

Creativity

Physical stamina

Tools

CTBIDS.com

eBay

Job description

About Us

At Caring Transitions of Southern Delaware, we do more than help people downsize or relocate, we alleviate stress for seniors and for their families during life’s big transitions. From organizing cherished possessions to showcasing them on our national online auction platform, we bring compassion, caring and professionalism to every project. Our team has a heart for helping others and enjoys working together to serve our clients.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Online Auction Specialist who combines attention to detail, efficiency and creativity with a heart for service. In this role, your research and photography bring treasured items – antiques, fine art, collections, and vintage décor – to life on CTBIDS.com. You’ll help tell the story of these objects, honor the seniors who entrusted them and make the auction process meaningful and respectful.

What You’ll Do

• Sort and Organize Homes – go through the property to carefully sort belongings into categories – items to sell, donate, dispose of or move to the family’s new home.
• Craft Engaging Listings – Highlight important details and describe the provenance
• Capture the Details – photograph items in a way that highlights the uniqueness to buyers
• Research Treasures – Explore the history and value of antiques, collectibles, and everyday household items.

Who This Job Is Perfect For

This flexible, part-time role is great for:

• Retired seniors looking to stay active and make a meaningful impact
• Military spouses who value flexibility and community centered work
• College students seeking part time hours to complement their studies
• Anyone looking to earn extra hours while doing work that truly matters

What We’re Looking For

• A caring attitude and genuine desire to make life easier for seniors and their families.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, positive demeanor
• Reliability, integrity, creativity and attention to detail
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, sometimes cluttered environment
• Physical ability to lift up to 25lbs, bend, climb and stand for extended periods
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and smartphone
• Experience with auction, selling on eBay is a plus
• Must pass background check

Position Details

• Job Type: Part time – 10-20 hours per work with opportunities for additional hours depending on workload
• Starting Pay: $16/hour
• Benefits: Flexible schedule, rewarding work, and the satisfaction of making a difference
• Schedule: 4–6-hour shifts, Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays.