Associate Auction Coordinator - Austin, TX - Part-Time Opportunity

Auction.com • Austin, TX

3d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Auction Coordinator represents Auction.com at live real estate auctions, traditionally held on courthouse steps. The role involves conducting, co-hosting, and participating in auctions; interacting with bidders; and completing the tasks and processes needed for successful events. Coordinators also educate customers about participating in auctions and help connect them with resources.

The territory is centered around Austin, Texas, with travel to auction locations in surrounding areas, typically up to two hours and sometimes two to four hours. Personal mileage is reimbursed over 40 miles per day, and a rental car may be provided for some longer trips based on projected mileage. Area or State managers assign monthly auctions according to scheduling needs, so the role requires a flexible and adaptable schedule. Auction days typically involve two to eight hours of work. Average monthly work is six to twelve hours, though hours fluctuate and are not guaranteed. Required training, administrative tasks, and optional development opportunities may provide additional compensated hours. Training pay is $20 per hour, with incremental increases after successful training completion and as skills, proficiency, and responsibilities develop, within a stated range of $20 to $30 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enjoy customer service and interacting with and helping people.
• Technical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Adaptability and ability to quickly grasp new concepts.
• Ability to manage several assignments while maintaining high performance.
• Ability to think quickly in dynamic environments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort leading and interacting with a crowd.
• Ability to communicate patiently, clearly, and concisely with customers.
• Ability to receive feedback and coaching.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to regularly travel up to two hours to event locations in a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Prior auction experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, co-host, and otherwise participate in live auctions and related events.
• Interact with bidders and help complete the processes required for successful auctions.
• Maintain professionalism with customers and on-site staff, including deputies, government employees, and attorneys.
• Maintain equipment and materials.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on customer resources and educate customers about participating in auctions.
• Communicate professionally and network with customers and event participants.
• Collect customer information using proprietary software.
• Complete customer receipts and event reports.
• Participate in scheduled training and team calls.
• Complete assigned tasks with quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, with training pay of $20 per hour and an indicated range of $20 to $30 per hour as skills, proficiency, and responsibilities develop.
• Professional experience for a resume.
• Regular training opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Employee recognition program.
• Employee referral program.
• Eligibility to participate in the Auction.com 401(k) program.
• Travel Pay Policy to help compensate for personal vehicle usage, when applicable.
• Personal mileage reimbursement for mileage over 40 miles per day.
• A rental car may be provided for some longer trips, based on projected mileage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED