Director of Auctions position available through Thomas & Associates, Inc.

Director of Auctions, New York
For our prominent auction house client, we are seeking a Director of Auctions. The successful applicant will manage all components of the online auctions division and work with executive management to oversee financial performance and operations. Duties include working with executive management to negotiate pre-sale budgets and set monthly target goals for specialists; manage a global team of specialists, administrators and customer service staff; meet with specialists regularly to review inventory, consignments and estimates; work with staff to produce post-sale reports; analyze auction trends and pricing and adjust related functions and fees accordingly; liaise with marketing to establish client lists, goals and budgets; other duties as necessary. The ideal applicant will have at least 5-7 years auction house experience with significant experience in management at an executive level, excellent communications and project-management skills; an ability to guide staff and solve problems diplomatically; and advanced leadership skills. BA in Art History or related field required. Salary DOE with excellent benefits. Please send resume with detailed cover letter and contact information for at least 3 references to [log in to unmask]

Thomas & Associates, Inc.
6 East 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
P. 212.779.7059
F. 212.779.7096
www.artstaffing.com

About Thomas & Associates, Inc. / artstaffing.com
With offices in New York City and Chicago, Thomas & Associates, Inc.
is an innovative firm that offers staffing, consulting, and professional
development workshops for museums, galleries and arts and culture
businesses nationwide and internationally. The company has recently
launched its career services division to address the needs of arts and
culture professionals everywhere.

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