Seasonal Operations Assistant

About Heritage Auctions

Heritage Auctions is the largest auction house founded in the United States and serves collectors and consignors across more than 50 categories, including Fine Art, Sports Memorabilia, Comics, Historical Collectibles, Luxury Goods, Pop Culture, and more. Headquartered in Dallas with offices worldwide, Heritage provides a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where employees help bring extraordinary collectibles to market. 

Position Summary

The Seasonal Auction Operations Assistant supports the day-to-day handling and preparation of collectibles throughout the auction process. This role will be a part of our Animation or Movie Posters department. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a warehouse or operations environment, and have strong attention to detail. Responsibilities include unpacking, sorting, labeling, organizing, and preparing items for auction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Unpack and organize incoming consignments
• Sort, clean, label, and prepare items for auction
• Enter item information accurately into internal systems
• Maintain organized storage and inventory areas
• Ensure items are handled with care and according to department standards

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Assist with department projects and auction deadlines as assigned
• Follow established procedures and quality standards

• Previous experience in warehouse, retail operations, inventory control, shipping/receiving, fulfillment, or logistics is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable using computers and learning new systems
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday
• Must be comfortable lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to safely handle collectibles and auction property of varying sizes and values 

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to the auction industry and unique collectibles
• Hands-on experience in inventory, logistics, and operations
• Opportunity to work alongside industry experts in a collaborative environment
• Valuable experience supporting live and online auction events

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE