Associate Auction Coordinator - Kansas City, MO - Part Time Opportunity

Auction.com•Kansas City, MO

3d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Auction.com is hiring a part-time Associate Auction Coordinator based around Kansas City, Missouri. The coordinator represents Auction.com by conducting, co-hosting, and participating in live auctions, traditionally held on courthouse steps. The role involves interacting with bidders, completing the tasks and processes needed to successfully conduct auctions, and educating customers about how to participate. Auction days typically involve 2–4 hours of work. The position averages 6–12 hours weekly, though hours fluctuate and are not guaranteed. Weekly auctions are assigned by the Area/State Manager according to scheduling needs, so a flexible and adaptable schedule is required. Training sessions, administrative tasks, and other opportunities may provide additional paid hours. Training pay is $20 per hour. Pay increases incrementally after successful completion of positional training and as skills, proficiency, and responsibilities develop, within a stated range of $20–$30 per hour. The territory is centered around Kansas City, with travel of up to two hours to auctions in surrounding areas. Personal mileage is reimbursed over 40 miles per day; occasional travel beyond two hours may involve a rental car, depending on projected mileage. Travel needs vary with scheduling opportunities and skill set. The work is conducted at auction locations rather than in an office and includes customer service, equipment and materials upkeep, use of proprietary software, and event documentation. The role requires the ability to travel regularly in a personal vehicle, stand for long periods outdoors in all weather conditions, and lift up to 50 pounds when needed. Prior auction experience is appreciated but not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Customer-service orientation and enjoyment of interacting with and helping people.
Technology proficiency and excellent technical troubleshooting skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Adaptability and ability to grasp new concepts quickly.
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 while maintaining a team mindset.
Comfort leading and interacting with a crowd.
Ability to communicate patiently, clearly, and concisely with customers.
Openness to 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 travel regularly for up to two hours to event locations in a personal vehicle.
Flexible and adaptable schedule to accommodate weekly auction assignments, training, and administrative tasks.

Nice To Haves

Prior auction experience.

Responsibilities

Represent Auction.com professionally at live auctions and interact with bidders and event-location staff, including deputies, government employees, and attorneys.
Conduct, co-host, and otherwise participate in live auctions and complete the processes needed to successfully conduct them.
Educate customers about available resources and how to participate in auctions.
Maintain equipment and materials.
Serve as a subject matter expert on customer resources.
Communicate and network professionally.
Collect customer information using proprietary software.
Complete customer receipts and event reports.
Participate in scheduled training sessions and team calls.
Complete tasks with high quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Benefits

Competitive pay, with training pay of $20 per hour and a stated pay range of $20–$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 401k program; the company contributes an amount equal to 25% of eligible contributions.
Competitive Travel Pay Policy to help compensate for personal vehicle usage, when applicable.
Medical insurance for eligible employees.
Dental insurance for eligible employees.
Vision insurance for eligible employees.
Paid Time Off, including 12 paid holidays, for eligible employees.