PSA Grader

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 trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder.

Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France.

With our proven track record of success, we are excited to expand our operations to Germany. As a startup operation in this new market, we offer a unique opportunity for innovative and driven individuals to make a significant impact. Join us at the forefront of establishing the PSA brand in Europe and enjoy the benefits of working in a startup environment backed by the stability and resources of a successful US business.

Collectors ist führender Entwickler innovativer Technologien und bietet Sammlern weltweit Dienstleistungen mit zusätzlichen Nutzen. Wir bewerten, authentifizieren, lagern und verkaufen Millionen von Sammlerstücken, die Rekorde brechen. Dabei modernisieren und digitalisieren wir unsere Prozesse kontinuierlich, um Sammler bei der Ausübung ihrer Leidenschaften zu unterstützen. Wir sind stets auf der Suche nach talentierten Mitarbeitern für unser wachsendes Team.

Unser Angebot umfasst Sammelkarten, Autogramme, Comics, Münzen, Videospiele, Veranstaltungstickets und Erinnerungsstücke. Zu unseren Tochtergesellschaften gehören PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC und Card Ladder.

Seit unserer Gründung im Jahr 1986 haben wir Millionen von Artikeln bewertet und authentifiziert. Wir beschäftigen mehr als 3000 Mitarbeiter in unserem Hauptsitz in Santa Ana, Kalifornien, und in unseren Büros in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Kanada, Mexiko, Deutschland, das Vereinigte Königreich und Frankreich.

Aufgrund unserer nachweislichen Erfolgsbilanz freuen wir uns, unsere Geschäftstätigkeit auf Deutschland auszuweiten. Als junges Unternehmen in diesem neuen Markt bieten wir innovativen und engagierten Menschen die einzigartige Chance, einen entscheidenden Beitrag zu leisten. Werde Teil unseres Teams und gestalte die Zukunft der Marke PSA in Europa mit. Profitiere von den Vorteilen eines dynamischen Startup-Umfelds mit der Stabilität und den Ressourcen eines erfolgreichen US-Unternehmens.

We’re looking for PSA Graders to join our brand new operation in Germany to authenticate and grade trading cards (sports, non-sports, and trading card game (TCG) cards alike). Ideal candidates will possess comprehensive industry knowledge of trading cards, tickets and other sports, non-sports and TCG collectibles, be an expert in PSA’s authentication and grading standards, and be able to add experience and depth to PSA’s Grading Team. Individuals should be detail oriented, have good organization skills, be able to focus on cards over long periods of time, and be able to work in a positive team environment. Preferred applicants will have one to three years of grading experience as a professional, dealer or collector.

You’ll report to the Director of PSA Grading and work from our Germany office. This is a permanent, full-time position.

What You’ll Do:

Serve as an expert of PSA’s card authentication and grading standards;

Serve as an expert in PSA’s processing procedures and protocols

Authenticate and evaluate the condition of trading cards (sports, non-sports, or TCG depending on the PSA business needs) in an expedient manner but without compromising accuracy;

Maintain individual daily grading production goals;

Improve knowledge and skill with active personal research and experience;

Stay up-to-date with current industry developments and news, especially as it pertains to new counterfeits and alteration methods circulating the market;

Maintain quality of grading product;

Share knowledge to help improve the skill of the PSA Grading Team.

Engage with and participate in monthly meetings and re-training sessions as needed to help further develop skills and enhance hobby knowledge.

Who You Are:

Conversational proficiency in English (able to communicate clearly in verbal and written form)

Must be authorized to work in Germany

Firsthand knowledge of trading cards, tickets and other sports, non-sports and TCG collectibles

Expert in the various counterfeits and counterfeiting/card doctoring methods that exist in the card industry (across all categories)

Expert-level understanding and comprehension of the card grading system and standards

Exhibit strong research skills

Demonstrate effective problem-solving abilities

Strong organization skills to achieve production goals and maximize productivity

Ability to work in a positive team environment

Detail oriented and ability to focus over long stretches of time

Thrives in a high-paced environment

1 - 3 years of direct grading experience as a professional, dealer or collector

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is €50,000 - €55,000 . Actual compensation on this range varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, please ask your recruiter for details.

This role requires the candidate to pass a criminal background check.

Diversity Statement:

Collectors Universe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation (m/w/d).

Diversity und Chancengleichheit:

Collectors Universe ist ein Arbeitgeber der Chancengleichheit. Wir begrüßen Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Kandidat*innen, unabhängig von ethnischer Herkunft, Geschlecht, Religion oder Weltanschauung, Behinderung, Alter oder sexueller Orientierung (m/w/d).

Reasons To Join Us:

• •The opportunity to be a part of our Germany operation and to make a meaningful impact on the successful launch of PSA in the EU
• •A dynamic and collaborative international team
• •An organization dedicated to supporting the passionate Collectors community
• •A competitive salary and benefits

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