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Heritage Auctions

Cataloger - Jewelry

Dallas, TX · On-site

This position will provide an excellent opportunity to handle antique, estate, and period jewelry ... Appraisal skills are helpful but not required * Other duties may be assigned Requirements EDUCATION ...

Potbelly Corporate

Manager, Field HR

Chicago, IL · On-site

What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood ... appraisals, documentation, legal compliance, and employee relations matters. Success for this ...

Im a Wreck, LLC

Restaurant General Manager

Springfield, IL · On-site

$50K - $69K/yr

Potbelly got its start in 1977 as a small antique store that turned into a lines-out-the-door ... Provide timely and thorough performance appraisals based on defined goals and objectives for the ...

Potbelly

Restaurant General Manager

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

Potbelly got its start in 1977 as a small antique store that turned into a lines-out-the-door ... Provide timely and thorough performance appraisals based on defined goals and objectives for the ...

Potbelly

Restaurant General Manager

Springfield, IL · On-site

$50K - $69K/yr

Potbelly got its start in 1977 as a small antique store that turned into a lines-out-the-door ... Provide timely and thorough performance appraisals based on defined goals and objectives for the ...

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Cataloger - Jewelry

Heritage Auctions

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Heritage Auctions rating

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Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 18 rated auctioneers

Job description

Description

Do you have a history of working with fine jewelry and describing gems and jewelry of all types and from all periods? Launch your career at Heritage Auctions, where you'll dive into the captivating world of fine jewelry. Use your research skills to uncover the history behind rare pieces and craft compelling descriptions for our prestigious auction events and catalogs. Headquartered in Dallas, TX, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and beyond, Heritage Auctions is the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves over 50 different auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and more.


SUMMARY: Catalogers assist the Fine Jewelry Department by examining, evaluating, and describing jewelry for over 65 auctions held annually. This position will provide an excellent opportunity to handle antique, estate, and period jewelry and experience the dynamic auction industry.


LOCATION: South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane


BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • 401k savings plans
  • Onsite gym with access to a personal trainer 

COMPENSATION: Commensurate based on experience.


SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Proficiency in identifying gemstones and diamonds using tools provided: microscope, polariscope, refractometer, etc.
  • Ability to test and adequately identify metal
  • Proficiency in calculating weights of mounted diamonds/gemstones
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Word and Excel
  • Excellent writing and/or cataloging skills
  • Ability to follow assigned formats
  • Strong research skills in a high-production environment
  • Demonstrated prioritization skills and ability to meet deadlines


OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Participate in previews, including setup and teardown.
  • Assist with inquiries
  • Appraisal skills are helpful but not required
  • Other duties may be assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • GIA Graduate Gemologist diploma required


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


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

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