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Collectors Holdings, Inc.

PSA Grader, NJ

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

PSA Grader, NJ

Jersey City, NJ

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

PSA Grader, Texas

Plano, TX

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

PSA Grader, Florida

Boca Raton, FL

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectors Holdings, Inc.

PSA Grader, Texas

Plano, TX · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Serve as an expert of PSA's card authentication and grading standards * Serve as an expert in PSA's processing procedures and protocols * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

Collectorsuniverse

SGC Grader, FL

Boca Raton, FL

Serve as an expert of SGC's card authentication and grading standards; * Serve as an expert in SGC's processing procedures and protocols; * Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards ...

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How much do card grading jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for card grading in the United States is $17.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Card Grading position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Card Grading professional, you need a keen eye for detail, deep knowledge of trading cards (such as sports or collectible cards), and often a background in authentication or quality control. Familiarity with magnification tools, grading standards (such as PSA, BGS, or SGC), and inventory management systems is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, patience, and the ability to communicate final assessments clearly make candidates stand out. These competencies are crucial to ensure accurate and consistent grading, foster client trust, and maintain the reputation of the grading service.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Card Grading professional?

As a Card Grading professional, your daily responsibilities include inspecting trading cards for authenticity and physical condition, assigning accurate grades based on industry standards, and documenting your findings in detail. You may also use specialized tools like magnifiers and lightboxes to evaluate card surfaces, centering, corners, and edges. In many companies, you’ll work alongside other graders or quality assurance teams and may occasionally collaborate with customer service representatives regarding specific card submissions. Keeping up with grading consistency and high-volume processing without sacrificing quality is key. This role is ideal for those who have a passion for collectibles and enjoy working in a meticulous, team-oriented environment.

What is a Card Grading job?

A Card Grading job involves evaluating the condition and authenticity of collectible cards, such as sports or trading cards, based on industry standards. Graders inspect factors like centering, edges, corners, and surface quality to assign a numerical grade that determines the card's value. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of grading criteria, and often the ability to use magnification tools for close examination. Professional grading services, such as PSA, Beckett, and CGC, employ card graders to ensure consistency and accuracy in evaluations.

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Infographic showing various Card Grading job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,348 per year, or $17.5 per hour.
Grader - Trading Cards

Grader - Trading Cards

Certified Collectibles Group

Sarasota, FL • On-site

$24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Grader - Trading Cards
Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) is seeking world-class Cards Graders to join our Cards Team dedicated to expert and impartial sports cards and trading cards grading.
Our card grading service from CGC uses world-class expertise, cutting-edge technology and operational excellence to join the other Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) companies in quickly becoming the leader in its category.
Specific responsibilities include:
  • Researches, identifies, and authenticates collectible trading cards and sports cards
  • Assesses the condition, quality and furthermore grades the item using established standards
  • Meets established production goals while maintaining superior grading standards
  • Entry of grading data into computer system

Requirements:
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Trading Card required
  • Expansive knowledge as it relates to card printing, including printing processes, variants, and errors
  • 1 - 3 years of direct grading experience as a card grader or as a dealer/collector with extensive grading submission history
  • Detail oriented with the ability to detect counterfeit and altered cards with a high level of accuracy
  • Maintains the highest level of integrity
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Strong organizational skills to achieve production goals and maximize productivity
  • Willing to travel domestically and internationally as business needs arise

CCG offers the most competitive compensation in the industry along with career advancement opportunities and a generous full-time benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off benefits, annual discretionary bonuses and more. Salary is commensurate with experience and ability.
About Us
The Certified Collectibles Group is the world's leading provider of expert, impartial and tech-enabled services that add value and liquidity to collectibles. Its iconic companies include Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC), Paper Money Guaranty (PMG), Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) and Authenticated Stamp Guaranty (ASG). Since 1987, the Certified Collectibles Group companies have certified over 100 million coins, banknotes, comic books, TCGs, sports cards, video games, home video collectibles, stamps and more. Today, CCG serves the world of collectibles online and at its offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and China.
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