EMPLOYMENT
Employment Opportunities
RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Get your foot in the door of the exciting world of art and antiques by coming to work at Pook & Pook Auctioneers and Appraisers in Downingtown, PA. We are looking for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our fun, fast-paced environment that is teamwork-oriented. We are seeking an organized, polished, positive person to handle reception and administrative duties with a focus on answering telephone calls/inquiries. The chosen candidate will act as our primary receptionist and handle related auction duties. The ideal applicant will enjoy reception work, have a Bachelor’s degree and/or comparable work experience.
Our fantastic benefits package includes fully paid (no cost to employees) health care, vision, dental insurance, and retirement benefits (also fully paid, no required employee contribution). This is a full-time position (40+ hours per week).
A few evenings and Saturday morning work is required each year. There are additional opportunities for overtime, paid at 1.5 times your regular salary as well as discretionary bonus(es). Benefits, paid vacation, and sick time start after a short probationary period. Salary is commensurate with experience.
About the Job: The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant will answer phones, provide customer service, register bidders, enter accurate client data, edit auction item titles for web search engine optimization, process contract data, assist with auctions, and other duties as assigned. We seek a person who is organized, proactive, and can work independently but also take direction in a team environment. Demonstration of computer skills may be required. Excellent phone etiquette and call management skills are an absolute must for this position.
Requirements:
- polished professional appearance
- exceptional customer service – both in person and on the phone
- exceptional communication skills – both spoken and written
- intermediate PC skills: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- able to quickly grasp proprietary auction software and online programs
- a strong attention to detail and organization
- eager and motivated to assist in other departments and learn new skills
- able to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- able to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
- able to lift and move small antiques
- reliable transportation
- able to pass a criminal background check
- steady past employment history
- college education, similar auction and/or administrative assistant experience
Preference given to candidates with:
- 2-3 years experience as a receptionist and/or administrative assistant
- prior experience working in an auction house
How to apply: Please email your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to info@pookandpook.com
AUCTION GALLERY MOVER
Have you seen American Pickers or the Antiques Roadshow? Or perhaps Storage Wars or Pawn Stars? Want to learn how to do what they do? Get your foot in the door of the exciting world of art and antiques by coming to work at Pook & Pook, an auction house in Downingtown, PA. We are seeking an auction gallery mover to join our fun, fast-paced environment that is teamwork-oriented. Our fantastic benefits package includes fully paid health care and much more. We are seeking a full-time team member (40+ hours per week) to help with auction preparation and inventory control. This is a great introductory opportunity for recent graduates with an interest in History, Art, and/or Art History.
As an auction gallery mover you will be moving fine art, antiques, furniture and/or other belongings within the gallery or on an assigned location. The ideal candidate will need to be physically fit and be comfortable moving valuable pieces of furniture, boxes, etc. There is lots of opportunity for overtime, which is paid at 1.5 times your regular salary. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Requirements:
- Polished professional appearance
- Good written and spoken use of the English language
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- High School Diploma or equivalent
How to Apply: Please email your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to info@pookandpook.com
EXHIBITION/AUCTION ASSISTANT
About the Job: Pook & Pook is seeking an organized and polished professional to fill the position of auction/exhibition assistant. Pook & Pook is an auction house and appraisal firm located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. We sell valuable collections of antique furniture, fine art, and antique decorative accessories. The auction/exhibition assistant will help the Exhibition Designer/Auction Staff Supervisor during gallery exhibitions. Duties include assisting clients with getting things out of showcases, answering questions regarding the auctions, and other tasks related to auction preparation. They will also be responsible for working during the auctions, helping buyers retrieve purchases, phone bidding, internet bidding, clerking, etc. Preference will be given to those candidates with a bachelor’s degree and those working within a similar field. This is a part-time position that includes some weekend hours.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist customers at auction preview exhibitions and during auctions.
- Assist on auction days by phone bidding, data entry, internet bidding and/or pick-up during auctions.
- Keep an orderly and neat workspace.
- There are no set hours for this position, they are offered on an as needed basis.
Requirements:
- self-motivated with a fresh outlook in a manner to make improvements where necessary.
- willingness to assist in all aspects of auction preparation and post-auction obligations.
- able to grasp, retain, and take charge of repetitive processes.
- positive enthusiastic disposition and a natural pro-active problem solver.
- work well as part of a team, but has a strong independent work ethic.
- able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- preference will be given to a candidate with experience in the antique and/or auction world.
How to Apply: Please email your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to info@pookandpook.com
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
No other open positions are available at this time. When positions become available, we seek qualified candidates who have a strong interest in the auction and/or antique industry. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to periodically check this page for employment vacancies.