Appraisal Reviewer

Western Alliance Bank • Irvine, CA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

As an Appraiser you'll be responsible for performing internal appraisal reviews on 1 - 4 family unit properties for compliance with corporate policy and standards, Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD guidelines. You'll analyze valuations to determine their reasonableness, defensibility, and validate accuracy. One of your key responsibilities is to follow processes to ensure risks are measured, monitored, and controlled and compliance requirements are adhered to on an on-going basis. Responsible for supporting the Appraisal Operations Manager by conducting desk reviews of appraisals for the delegated Correspondent Lending division. Review, research and respond to agency repurchase demands within established timelines. Provide valuation services for various AmeriHome departments (Servicing, Secondary/Post Closing, etc.) as needed. Maintain appraisal and valuation service work files as required under USPAP Circulate appraisal and valuation-related information to the organization's residential appraisal operations and underwriting staff, management, vendors, and sellers.

Requirements

• 4+ years of related experience in Residential Appraisal or similar field.
• High school diploma required.
• Appraisal desk review experience in a multi-state environment; multiple formats including narrative.
• Field experience – appraisals, field reviews, etc.
• Intermediate knowledge of USPAP and agency (FNMA, FHLMC, HUD/FHA, USDA) appraisal guidelines.
• Intermediate analytical and written communications skills; ability to clearly define and express valuation-related issues and potential resolutions.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to maintain deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced speaking and writing communication skills.
• Licensed or Certified Residential Appraiser required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Institutional (bank, mortgage company, etc.) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing internal appraisal reviews on 1 - 4 family unit properties for compliance with corporate policy and standards, Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and HUD guidelines.
• Analyzing valuations to determine their reasonableness, defensibility, and validate accuracy.
• Following processes to ensure risks are measured, monitored, and controlled and compliance requirements are adhered to on an on-going basis.
• Conducting desk reviews of appraisals for the delegated Correspondent Lending division.
• Reviewing, researching, and responding to agency repurchase demands within established timelines.
• Providing valuation services for various AmeriHome departments (Servicing, Secondary/Post Closing, etc.) as needed.
• Maintaining appraisal and valuation service work files as required under USPAP.
• Circulating appraisal and valuation-related information to the organization's residential appraisal operations and underwriting staff, management, vendors, and sellers.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Ownership stake in the company
• Medical and dental insurance
• Time off
• Great 401k matching program
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee volunteer program
• Wellness program
• Opportunity to bolster business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED