Property Associate

Freeman's Auction House•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Property Associate ensures that inventory is accurately accounted for and that storage areas meet Freeman’s standards for cleanliness and organization. The role includes tagging decorative lots before sale, assisting with exhibition and preview set-ups and breakdowns, and supporting production scheduling for decorative and furniture items. The associate represents Freeman’s professionally in daily interactions with clients and team members, following the company’s principles of client interaction. The position receives, documents, catalogs, moves, stores, and packages valuable property, including fine furniture, fine art, and other objects. It also supports the Property, Photography, and Shipping departments and helps maintain an organized dock and warehouse. The role requires physical handling of varied property, use of material-handling tools, and travel between the warehouse and headquarters. Compensation is up to $21 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 1 year of experience packing a wide range of property, from small objects to flat works; experience in the art world is preferred.
Experience with gallery installations, including hanging various types of flat property.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong client-service orientation, professionalism, and discretion.
Attention to detail, follow-up, multitasking, and time-management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure, and to strict deadlines.
Ability to perform physical tasks safely, including lifting, bending, standing, and handling items up to 45 pounds, with accommodations as required by law.
Valid driver’s license required for driving company vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience packing property within the art world.

Responsibilities

Receive, unpack, and handle incoming property from consignors, including fine furniture, fine art, and other valuable objects.
Conduct condition checks and document damage or irregularities.
Log, tag, and catalog property in the company database and maintain accurate inventory.
Track, trace, and resolve missing-property issues in coordination with relevant departments.
Move, store, and package property safely and efficiently.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient dock and warehouse area, including disposing of packing materials.
Assist with set-up and breakdown of exhibitions, auction previews, and company events, including hanging art and arranging furniture and display cases.
Support the Photography Department during property photo shoots.
Help the Shipping Department prepare and package outgoing property for shipment.
Support the Director of Operations and overall company operations by performing other assigned duties.
Travel between Freeman’s Warehouse and headquarters and drive company vehicles as required.