Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.
Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, Funko Pops!, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, SGC, WATA, and Card Ladder.
Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 1,900 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana and offices in Jersey City, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Toronto, Guadalajara, Dallas, and Paris.
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Security Events & Logistics Lead to support our East Coast Security department at Collectors. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently, flexibility to travel over weekends (at least two weekends per month), lead high-value asset transports (weekly trips from/to Jersey City, NJ; New York, NY, New Castle, DE), and robust communication skills to effectively coordinate with various team leads within a dynamic environment.
You will assist in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs), performing site assessments, equipping shows, and supporting operational guidance to various stakeholders for events. This position involves significant collaboration, documentation, and the maintenance of rigorous standards in show Security planning and execution. The Security Events & Logistics Lead position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safety and efficiency of our high-profile trade shows and transport operations, ensuring the best possible Security practices are upheld.
You will report to our Security Events & Logistics Manager and work from our Jersey City, NJ office. This role is ideal for candidates located in or willing to travel to Jersey City, NJ. Hybrid candidates will also be considered. We believe that there is significant value in in-person collaboration. If you live within a 1 hour commuting distance to one of our offices, you will be required to be onsite most of the time. This will be discussed further as part of the recruiting process.
Travel of up to 70% is required to various event locations throughout North America.
What You’ll Do:
Assist the Security Events & Logistics Manager in leading the events Security staff, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
Extensive travel to be expected, with up to 70% of your duties involving off-site work.
Help maintain and update the Security team's show schedule.
Lead high-value transports to/from our Jersey City, NJ office.
Assist in processing documentation for project commitments.
Support administrative deliverables such as scheduling meetings, taking meeting minutes, tracking project plans, budgets, and schedules.
Assist in creating, reviewing, editing, and formatting documentation and presentation materials.
Help maintain detailed records of cost expenditures.
Aid in training members of the show Security Team.
Organize, inventory, and distribute necessary Security event equipment.
Ensure compliance with legal requirements at local trade shows.
Contribute to the Security team's efforts by accomplishing related duties as assigned.
Maintain professional appearance and demeanor, reflecting Collectors standards in customer service.
Who You Are:
Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
Strong communicator with effective written and verbal skills.
Adaptable and able to work under pressure.
2+ years of Security or related experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
Intermediate knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, etc.).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Valid passport.
Physical Requirements:
Bending and Twisting: Bending neck/waist, twisting neck/waist, and squatting.
Computer Use: Typing, mouse work, and sitting and looking at a computer potentially for long periods of time.
Exposure to Machinery: Exposure to machinery noise, which may include noise from forklifts, injection presses, or other machinery.
Hand Use: Power gripping when using low-precision, high-impact hand tools that require significant force, such as hammer drills and torque wrenches.
Hearing Requirements: Ability to hear alarms, signals, and verbal instructions.
Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 75+ pounds, with employee help or with proper equipment.
Sitting or Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Temperature and Humidity: Occasional exposure to warehouse environments without heating or cooling with fluctuations in temperatures and humidity.
Walking: Ability to walk for long periods.
Hourly Range:
The hourly range for this position is $30-$32 Entry level operations positions generally start at an hourly rate of $17. Actual compensation in this range will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience, and skill set.
Reasons To Join Us:
Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision
Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits
401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals
Vacation: All full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation
Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays
Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs
Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities
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We are aware that there are instances where individuals are receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from Collectors or one of our business units. This type of fraud can be carried out through false websites, through fake e-mails claiming to be from the company or through social media. We never ask for personal information such as your bank account, Social Security numbers or National IDs, nor do we send or request payments for the purchase of business-related equipment. If you suspect fraud, please reach out to [email protected].
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support.
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What We Do
Collectors has multiple business lines that grade, authenticate, and sell millions of high-value, record-setting collectibles. We're the leader in third-party authentication and grading services for high-value collectibles including trading cards (Professional Sports Authenticator and Card Ladder), coins (Professional Coin Grading Services), video games (Wata), event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia, and with your help we can continue to grow rapidly. Our goal is to make the joy of collecting accessible to everyone - collectors looking to complete their set, inventors looking to maximize the value of their collection, and anyone who’s looking to preserve a game, card or coin that reminds them of fond memories in their lives. We’re entering an exciting new stage of growth as a result of our acquisition in 2021 led by entrepreneur and sports card collector Nat Turner, D1 Capital Partners L.P., and Cohen Private Ventures, in addition to renowned athletes and collectors. We’re investing in scalable, modern infrastructure to support the maturation of the industry, increasing value of collectibles, and demand for our services. Help us build a tech-enabled business for collectors. Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia through our subsidiaries, which include Professional Sports Authenticators (PSA), Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS), Wata, Certified Coin Exchange (CCE), Collectors Corner, Set Registry, Collectors.com, and the Long Beach Expo collectibles trade show. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated more than 80 million items. We employ over 1,000 people across our Santa Ana, CA headquarters, New Jersey, Seattle Hong Kong, Paris, Shanghai and Tokyo.
Why Work With Us
Collectors has long been the global leader in third-party authentication, grading, and valuation services for collectibles. This gives us the chance to disrupt the industry by applying technological advances to our services. We strive to be the most innovative organization in collectibles, building an ecosystem that celebrates the joy of collecting
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