Associate Auction Coordinator - Columbia, MO - Part Time Opportunity

Auction • Columbia, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Represent Auction.com, the nation’s leading online real estate marketplace, by conducting, co-hosting, and participating in live auctions, traditionally held on courthouse steps. Interact with bidders, complete the tasks and processes needed for successful auctions, and educate customers about participating in auctions. The role is centered around Columbia, Missouri, with travel to auction locations in surrounding areas. Training pay is $20 per hour, increasing after successful positional training and as skills, proficiency, and responsibilities develop, with pay ranging from $20 to $30 per hour. Weekly hours average 6–12 but fluctuate and are not guaranteed; auction days typically involve 2–4 hours of work. The schedule is flexible and assigned weekly according to business needs. Additional training, administrative tasks, and development opportunities may provide additional compensated hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer-service orientation and enjoyment of interacting with and helping people.
• Technology skills and technical troubleshooting ability.
• 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 achieving high performance.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments and think quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort leading and interacting with a crowd.
• Ability to communicate with customers patiently, clearly, and concisely.
• 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 regularly travel up to two hours to event locations in a personal vehicle.
• Flexible and adaptable availability for weekly auction assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Prior auction experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism with customers and on-site event staff, including deputies, government employees, and attorneys.
• 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 and team calls.
• Complete tasks with quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.
• Conduct, co-host, and otherwise participate in live auctions.
• Educate customers on how to participate in auctions.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, ranging from $20 to $30 per hour as skills, proficiency, and responsibilities develop.
• Professional experience for a résumé.
• 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 reimbursed over 40 miles per day.
• A rental car may be provided for occasional travel beyond two hours, based on projected mileage.

What This Job Offers

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