Auction Clerk

This is a rare opportunity to work in variety of different settings on a regular basis. The Auction Clerk travels to and from local and/or remote auction locations, working closely with auctioneers and staff to register bidders, process payments for items sold, complete the sale reconciliation, and other duties as assigned. This position will also cover front desk reception every Wednesday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm in addition to variable hour auction clerking. This is a variable-hour non-exempt position. There are no guaranteed hours weekly as hours are dependent upon sales.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Service Conduct customer registration Answer questions and providing information on sale procedures or policies Receive payment from customers Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or count change due to customers Accounting Calculate percentages for taxes, buyers' premiums, commissions, etc. Process payments by cash, check, credit card or automatic debits Compute totals of transactions End of day balance/sale reconciliation Prepare final sale settlement statement expense sheet Computer Data Entry Enter bidder information, seller contract information, and sale transaction information into database Auction Prep and Support Stock auction van with necessary supplies Provide assistance as needed to auctioneers

REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent 1-year prior clerical experience Accurate accounting skills with ability to quickly calculate percentages and prorate charges Proficient with using computer-based systems for data entry and processing Excellent technical computer skills, with an emphasis on problem solving and basic troubleshooting Experience with 10-key calculator and credit card terminals preferred Effective communications, problem solving, and organizational skills Ability to remain focused and composed in fast paced environment Licensed Notary or willing to become a notary within first 3 months Clean driving record with ability to travel throughout Ohio and occasionally PA (in company vehicle) Ability to pass a criminal background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment varies per auction location including indoor temperature-controlled settings and/or inside a panel van with open window exposure to extreme heat, cold, damp, and/or windy conditions. (Heat and/or AC provided as needed.) All settings include low to moderate noise level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to: Talk, hear, and listen for understanding Sit, use hands to handle or feel Reach with hands and arms Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and/or crawl Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. with occasional need to lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 per hour

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Clerical experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person