Appraisal Trainee
About The Position
Does working outdoors with a fair amount of time spent in the office time seem like the perfect work setting to you? Do you have great people skills and appreciate the opportunity to interact with others while performing appraisal services? Are you a continual learner, looking to pursue a career in agriculture, in pursuit of certification as a licensed appraiser? With tasks and locations that change regularly, this career path promises a continuous stream of new challenges and learning opportunities, ensuring that no two days are ever the same. If you are a self-starter who finds satisfaction in analytical work with a deep appreciation for agriculture then Golden State Farm Credit’s Appraisal Trainee position is for you! We are looking for a career minded individual that is a self-starter who appreciates new challenges and learning opportunities in our family oriented company that supports those that feed the world.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Business, or Agricultural Science.
- Must demonstrate an interest and desire for a career in appraising agricultural producing properties and be in the process of obtaining a Certified General Appraiser License.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, computers, current appraisal-related software, and other office tools.
- Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in the English language.
- Skill in serving and working effectively in a professional, respectful manner.
- Skill in analyzing information and problem solving to formulate logical and objective conclusions.
- Knowledge, understanding, and application of appropriate industry expectations and guidelines in the valuation of chattel and real property.
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nice To Haves
- Background or experience in agriculture or real estate appraisal is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Meets with customer and helps complete physical inspection of the subject property with experienced appraisers including buildings, land, permanent plantings, water systems/resources, and other property characteristics
- Completes physical inspections of comparable sales
- Assists in collecting and analyzing specific property and general market data
- Helps research, confirm, analyze, inspect, and enter sales and rental information in the Association’s database
- Helps determine the highest and best use of the subject property
- Helps select the market data that is most appropriate for the valuation of the subject property
- For simple appraisals may provide a draft summary of the subject property’s physical characteristics, valuation process, and value conclusion in a written report
- Begin to understand and review the appraisal for conformity to Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP)and company expectations and guidelines
- Helps review preliminary title report and helps determine if the legal description is correct and describes the property accurately
- Learns how to determine if there are exceptions to the title that impact the subject’s value
- Works with experienced Appraiser to correct title company errors if necessary
- Completes required qualifying appraisal education through an approved national provider (e.g., basic appraisal principles, procedures, and 15-hour USPAP course)
- Progresses toward advanced coursework required for state licensure (300 hours for Certified General Appraiser level)
- Attends online and in-person training sessions to support professional development
- Attends educational offerings to stay informed of trends influencing various commodities, farming practices, and other pertinent topics
- Works closely with experienced Appraiser by providing written and verbal communication
- Coordinates and assists throughout the appraisal and lending process to gain further experience and understand the process
- Learns how to identify areas of concern specific to the subject property and consults with loan officers and loan documentation specialists as needed
- Appropriately protects the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association’s systems and data and clients’ data
- Understands, applies, and supports the Association mission and vision statement in a positive, professional manner at work and with customers in all settings
Benefits
- team based incentive program that provides an opportunity for up to 15% payout of base salary based upon Association performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
