Staff Gemologist Appraiser

This role will require the person to work on-site due to the nature of the work.

We are seeking an experienced Graduate Gemologist Jewelry Appraiser to join our team in Seattle WA. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to take on some leadership roles.

What To Expect

This role will require the person to work on-site due to the nature of the work.

Work Hours : 8 : 00 am – 4 : 30 pm PST, Monday through Friday

We offer competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401K plans

Paid vacation, sick and holidays

Job Summary

The primary focus of this position is to assist with Signet and non-Signet brand jewelry appraisals by writing accurate and professional appraisals of jewelry items and communicating with colleagues, customer services representatives, and jewelry sales associates within the Signet enterprise.

A Graduate Gemologist degree is required. Certified Gemologist or Certified Gemologist Appraiser title is a plus. USPAP compliant is a plus. Current or previous affiliation with ISA, NAJA or AGA is a plus. Familiarity with industry terminology and gemological equipment is required. This position requires teamwork within the Quality Control and Appraisal departments as well as with our retail stores.

Duties And Responsibilities

Assists in preparing customer appraisals including evaluating jewelry, researching replacement pricing, and documenting official appraisal

Identify and measure various gemstones

Photograph jewelry

Grade Diamonds

Test metals

Check to be sure all stones are genuine

Asses jewelry to be sure it meets our company gemological standards

Asses for proper hallmarks and karat stamps

Analyze quality of metal work and check the tightness of settings

Verify certifications

Prepare proper documentation for any QC rejections

Other assorted distribution tasks

Minimum Required Qualifications

Graduate Gemologist required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Able to operate standard gemological instruments

Exceptional attention to detail

Demonstrate analytical and creative problem solving

Factual, articulate and professional written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize and self-manage within strict timelines

Some mandatory overtime required

3 years of appraisal experience is required

hourly schedule is designed to provide flex staffing during key events and peak selling times. You will be eligible for health and welfare benefits (provided you meet the minimum work requirement of 20 hours / week) in addition to sales bonus, monthly incentives and SPIFFs. Other benefits include employee merchandise discounts, paid training and paid time off, such as : vacation, holidays, bereavement and jury duty. In addition to our medical, dental and vision insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Benefits :

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance (full-time team member
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Merchandise discounts

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