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The LaSalle Group

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Dallas, TX · On-site

$180K - $200K/yr

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible, in-flight Lakehouse transformation and ... You'll own the end-to-end Databricks architecture (Unity Catalog, Medallion architecture, Delta ...

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Program Manager

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Online Book Sales - Oversee on-line sale of books through Amazon, eBay, and others, including but ... Maintain the rare books inventory and catalogue at the sale. Assist with food vendors or other ...

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Program Manager

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Online Book Sales - Oversee on-line sale of books through Amazon, eBay, and others, including but ... Maintain the rare books inventory and catalogue at the sale. Assist with food vendors or other ...

AllSTEM Connections

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Framingham, MA · On-site

$64K/yr

Conceptualize, design, and layout a comprehensive merchandising book (digital and print-ready ... For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Rare Book Cataloging vs Temporary Book Cataloging?

AspectTemporary Rare Book CatalogingTemporary Book Cataloging
CredentialsCataloging experience, familiarity with rare books, library science backgroundCataloging experience, library science background
Work EnvironmentSpecial collections departments, archives, rare book librariesPublic and academic libraries, general collections
Industry UsageUsed in institutions handling rare, valuable, or fragile booksCommon in standard library settings for general collections

Temporary Rare Book Cataloging focuses on cataloging rare, valuable, and fragile books, requiring specialized knowledge of rare book handling and cataloging standards. Temporary Book Cataloging involves cataloging general collections in libraries without the specialized focus on rarity. Both roles require library science skills, but the rare book role demands additional expertise in rare materials and preservation.

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Department Assistant (Temporary), Watches

Christie's

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$22 - $24/hr

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Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Department Assistant (Temporary), Watches
The Company
Christie's, the world's largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this over 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Respect, Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business
Why This Role Matters
The Department Assistant will be based in the New York Watches Department and offers exposure to the auction industry and the world of rare and important timepieces. This role provides support to Specialists and Business Management, assisting with consignment, auction preparation and exhibition. The successful candidate must be a dynamic problem solver, organized, calm under pressure and be able to communicate with professionalism and clarity to key stakeholders across the Watches Department.
How You'll Make an Impact
  • General department administrative tasks as assigned by line manager
  • Keeping all data up to date in Christie's internal systems
  • Research lots including authenticity, bibliography, provenance and exhibition history using publications, libraries and online resources
  • Respond to inquiries from clients for condition reports, images and fact sheets
  • Assist Cataloguer with cataloguing, condition checks and images, and extract orders for property
  • Assist Sale Coordinator and Inventory & Shipping Coordinator with managing sale logistics and department inventory
  • Support sale coordinators and managers on exhibitions requiring carryout of various tasks throughout the building, including set up and breakdowns
  • Work closely, efficiently, and effectively with other specialist departments as needed
  • This role will require working all dates of the exhibition during Luxury Week, including the weekend
What You'll Bring to the Team
  • Passionate commitment to client service and the ability to manage the details of a service level with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication
  • Capacity to be proactive, self-start and organize multiple projects at all times while remaining calm under pressure
  • Superior client service skills. Candidate must be able to engage with a range of clients from external vendors to top clients, senior management as well as peers with consistency and grace
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Strong follow-up skills with attention to detail
  • Willingness to work long hours and to go above and beyond to work in and support a team environment
  • Interest in watches and timepieces preferred

Christie's, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie's Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces.
Closing Date: August 8th, 2026
*Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.
Compensation Range
Hourly: $22.00 - $24.00

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