Certified General Appraiser

Western Ag Credit•Richfield, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Association is seeking a Certified General Appraiser to conduct appraisals of real property to determine value using the cost, income, and sales comparison approaches to value. The role involves conducting on-site real estate appraisals of loan collateral and acquired property, providing credit specialists with necessary information for decision-making, and developing and maintaining comparable sales information. The successful candidate will also complete evaluations on real property and chattel valuations. This position requires a strong understanding of production agriculture and real estate valuation principles.

Requirements

BS degree in an agriculture or business-related field.
Current state certified general appraiser license.
Good standing in the state(s) that issued the license.
Compliance with continuing and/or qualifying education requirements.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate valuation.
Knowledge and understanding of Farm Credit Regulations and agriculture.
Knowledge and understanding of agricultural government farm programs, commodity pricing, tax laws, water rights, grazing rights, fertility programs, etc., as they apply to agricultural property ownership.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to generate highly accurate work.
Proficiency in the use of a PC, including e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and appraisal-related software, including the use of automated valuation models.
Sound understanding of production agriculture.
Good foundational knowledge of real estate valuation principles and fundamentals.
Ability to interact effectively and work well with people at all levels of the organization.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to represent the Association to customers and the public in an effective manner.
Ability to convey ideas clearly through written and verbal communication.
Skills in planning and organization.
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
Strong analytical skills.
Sound judgment.
Mobility on unimproved properties.
Ability to lift 40 pounds or more.
Some travel is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct appraisals of real property to determine value using the cost, income, and sales comparison approaches to value.
Analyze and apply the appropriate appraisal methodology.
Conduct on-site real estate appraisals of loan collateral and acquired property.
Provide credit specialists (commercial and mortgage) with adequate information to aid in their decision-making process.
Develop and maintain comparable sales information.
Complete evaluations on real property.
Complete chattel valuations.
Analyze and report sales data.
Update market area surveys.
Research water rights.
Map legal descriptions.
Obtain property information from various counties.
Inspect livestock, feed, and equipment inventories.
Conduct real property inspections.
Perform other duties as assigned.