Certified Appraiser

Where you will work: This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% remote and is based out of the Duluth, MN office location.

The contributions you will make: This position provides credible appraisals to internal and external clients by following the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and maintains sales data and valuation systems.

A typical day: 

Appraisal Services

• Applies approved appraisal practices and procedures to produce credible, reliable, and well supported value conclusions of real estate being appraised.
• Produces concise reports supporting the market value of these properties.
• Completes monthly and annual benchmark studies to support lending functions.
• Develops and grows an external book of business.

Inspections

• Physically inspects subject property and sales to verify property attributes when applicable.
• Documents the pertinent characteristics of properties (size, condition, location, improvements, etc.) to ensure they are accurately represented.

Market Data

• Performs market data collection and analysis and maintains an accurate sales database.
• Researches building cost/depreciation characteristics for improved sales.
• Provides basic market synopsis including property sales information to other departments (Ag Lending, Diversified Markets, Credit Underwriting, RLS and Agri-Access) and potential clients to aid in valuation decisions.

Industry Expertise

• Attends education events, training events and professional meetings to advance professional and technical skills and keep current on required licenses.
• Completes continuing education appraisal classes to maintain Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license.
• Provides training and mentoring to Associate Appraisers.

The skills and experience we prefer you have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture-Business, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience as a Certified Appraiser.
• Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license, preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state (Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) laws, regulations and compliance requirements specific to the financial industry and Farm Credit.
• Solid knowledge of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications and customer relationship management (CRM) programs.
• Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Solid knowledge of client service principles and practices.
• Solid skill in developing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
• Solid skill in applying appraisal concepts.
• Solid skill in maintaining confidential information.
• Valid driver’s license.

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How we will take care of you:

Our job titles may span more than one career level (associate, senior, principal, etc.). The actual title and base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for variable compensation and other benefits.