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    Scheerer McCulloch Auctioneers

    Auction Services

    Office Assistant/Researcher

    Fort Wayne, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    The Office Assistant/Researcher works in the front office of our busy real estate/auction/moving company performing a variety of tasks related to coordinating, scheduling and finalizing the details involved in real estate sales, auctions, title work, home clean up and maintenance, etc. Verbal and written communication with clients and others is a significant portion of this position.

    This person also supports our Consignment Assistant to learn the value and history of treasures, antiques and collections we will auction. In addition to research, this person will catalogue the items for posting on internet sites and in a printed catalogue for each auction.

    DUTIES INCLUDE
    -Answering phones
    -Creating and maintaining files on upcoming real estate and personal property auctions
    -Ordering title searches, scheduling closing dates, etc.
    -Running errands                                                                                                                     -Researching items for consignment auctions                                                                          -Writing blurbs about each item for online and print catalogues
    -Attending required staff meetings
    -Performing other duties as requested by the Business Manager and Consignment Assistant

    -Real Estate experience

    -Ability to do online research and think creatively to locate hard-to-find information

    -Microsoft experience - in particular, Microsoft Excel

    -Excellent customer service

    -Organization and time management

    -Top-notch attention to detail

    -Excellent verbal and written communication

    -Professional behavior

    -Flexible attitude

    Must posses the ability to analyze problem situations in depth; using judgment, discretion, and independence.
    Must be able to juggle several tasks simultaneously, using good judgment in working with customers and prioritizing and completing work assignments.

    Must be able to write and/or provide documentation in a clear, concise manner (e.g., notes, memos, letters, reports, etc.) and communicate effectively with management, peers, staff, customers, and families.

    GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

    1. Supports the mission of Scheerer McCulloch to offer a comprehensive set of services needed to effectively sell/auction real estate and personal property and to relocate people
    2. Reports to the Business Manager and the Consignment Assistant
    3. Attends work as scheduled, maintains acceptable personal appearance and keeps the work area in a neat, clean, and orderly condition
    4. Understands and complies with job performance requirements
    5. Demonstrates good judgment in the performance of job duties
    6. Supports customer service efforts and initiatives while exhibiting quality customer service behavior
    7. Demonstrates kindness, tact, and courtesy toward all customers, family members, colleagues, outside vendors, and other visitors to Scheerer McCulloch
    8. Treats all matters concerning the company, facilities, staff and customers with strict confidentiality 

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Scheerer McCulloch Auctioneers

    Scheerer McCulloch Auctioneers is dedicated to helping seniors relocate from the home they've lived in for years, to a smaller, safer, more manageable place to spend their retirement years. We handle everything from the sale or auction of the home and personal belongings, to packing, moving and unpacking in the new home. We treat our customers with kindness and professionalism throughout the process, which has given us an excellent reputation we continually strive to maintain. The employees we hire are people who are motivated to be the best they can be, and enjoy working with others who feel the same way.  Our company has a solid future because of our reputation, combined with growing demands for the types of services we offer. We are looking to grow our staff with people who want to be part of a successful team. If you are looking for long-term employment with benefits, plus the satisfaction of working with a quality organization, you could be just the person we're looking for.

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