Build your career with Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, Heritage Auctions has spent five decades connecting collectors with extraordinary objects and the stories behind them. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices across the United States and around the world, Heritage serves more than 50 auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Entertainment, Historical, Jewelry, Fine and Decorative Art, Luxury Accessories, Wine, and many more. Join a collaborative, fast-paced company where curiosity is valued, expertise is celebrated, and every day offers an opportunity to work with remarkable pieces of history and culture.

SUMMARY: Heritage Auctions is seeking a detail-oriented Comic Book Grader to evaluate comic books, assess incoming consignments and purchases, and support auction production. This position combines hands-on grading with research, value estimation, and preparation of accurate auction listings. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of Silver Age and later comics, an interest in Golden Age comics, and a commitment to careful handling and consistent grading standards. 

 LOCATION: South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, at the northwest corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane.

SCHEDULE: This is a full time, onsite position with potential overtime opportunities.

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENT: Please submit a cover letter describing your comic book knowledge and any relevant grading experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Evaluate and grade comic books, documenting condition and identifying defects that affect grade and value.

· Assess incoming consignments and purchases to support auction preparation.

· Identify and select comic books for submission to third-party certification services.

· Research comic books and comparable sales to estimate values.

· Prepare accurate, detailed auction listings using Microsoft Word, Excel, and proprietary Heritage software.

· Handle and organize comic books with care throughout the evaluation and auction production process.

· Collaborate with the Comics team to meet production deadlines and maintain quality standards.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Strong knowledge of Silver Age and later comic books, with a strong interest in Golden Age comics.

· Comic book grading experience strongly preferred.

· Strong research skills and attention to detail.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, along with the ability to learn proprietary software.

· Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

· Clear written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to follow established standards, take direction, and apply feedback.

· Self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to continue learning.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires handling comic books and lifting or moving boxes weighing up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple projects and auction deadlines.

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers and persons with disabilities. EOE