Jacqueline Silverman & Associates, a boutique appraisal firm specializing in the valuation of impressionist, modern, post-war, contemporary, and emerging art, seeks an experienced, motivated and highly-organized individual for the position of Associate Appraiser.

Duties
Conduct appraisals for a wide variety of client needs including insurance coverage, art financing, estate tax, non-cash charitable contribution, gift tax, equitable distribution, damage and loss, and sale advisory
Prepare appraisals and blockage discount reports for artist and architect estates/archives
·       Prepare art market summaries and reports
·       Coordinate placement of client property for sale via auction houses and galleries
·       Client relations and marketing
·       Supervision of junior staff members and interns
·       General office and clerical tasks as needed
·       Other projects as required

Requirements
·       Minimum five years’ experience in the valuation of Impressionist & Modern Art, American Art, and/or Post-War & Contemporary Art
·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills
·       Detail-oriented and strong critical thinking skills
·       Compliant with current version of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
·       Member of AAA, ASA, or ISA preferred
·       Ability to travel locally, nationally, and internationally for appraisal assignments, museum exhibitions, conferences, and art fairs
·       Proficient in Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
·       Familiarity with FileMaker Pro or similar database programs preferred

Position Overview
·       Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience
·       Generous benefits package
·       Position is full-time, exempt; employment is at-will

Interested candidates may send CV, letter of introduction and writing sample to Karen McManus, karen@jsaappraisals.com.