Associate Auction Coordinator - Lubbock, TX (Part Time Opportunity)
About the Role
Be the face of Auction.com, the nation’s leading online real estate marketplace, and represent the company by conducting, co-hosting, and otherwise participating in live auctions, traditionally held on the courthouse steps. Interact with bidders while performing the necessary tasks to successfully complete an auction and multitask to ensure all required processes have been met. Help your local community thrive by educating customers on how to participate in auctions and helping to turn houses into homes.
Training hourly pay is $17.50, increasing incrementally after the successful completion of positional training and with development of skills, proficiency, and responsibilities ranging from $20.00 - $30.00.
Territory
Centered around Lubbock, TX but expect to drive up to 2 hours to travel to auctions in surrounding areas. Personal mileage is reimbursed over 40 miles/day. You may occasionally be required to travel beyond two hours, in which case a rental car may be provided based on projected mileage. Travel requirements can vary based on scheduling opportunities and your skill set.
Schedule
Your Area/State manager will assign monthly auctions based on scheduling needs, requiring a flexible and adaptable schedule. Each auction day typically requires 2 – 8 hours of work. On average, you will work between 6 - 12 hours monthly, though hours fluctuate and are not guaranteed. The role also includes required training sessions and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the highest level of professionalism with customers and on-site event location staff such as deputies, government employees, attorneys, etc.
- Maintain equipment and materials.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on customer resources.
- Engage in professional communication and networking.
- Collect customer information using proprietary software.
- Complete customer receipts and event reports.
- Participate in and contribute to scheduled training and team calls.
- Complete all tasks with high quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Enjoys working in customer service and interacting with people.
- Tech-savvy with excellent technical troubleshooting skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Adaptable and able to quickly grasp new concepts.
- Able to manage several assignments while achieving high performance.
- Thrives in dynamic environments and can think quickly on their feet.
- Works well independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable leading and interacting with a crowd.
- Patient, clear, and concise when communicating with customers.
- Open to feedback and coaching.
- High school diploma or equivalent as a minimum level of education.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when needed.
- Ability to stand for long hours and work outside in all weather conditions.
- Can regularly travel up to 2 hours to event locations in a personal vehicle.
- Prior auction experience is appreciated but not required.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with incremental increases based on training and skill development.
- Professional experience for your resume in a unique working environment (no office!).
- Regular training opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Employee recognition and referral programs.
- Eligibility to participate in the Auction.com 401k program.
- Competitive Travel Pay Policy to compensate for personal vehicle usage when applicable.