Certified Appraiser

The role

This person provides credible appraisals to internal and external clients by following USPAP provisions. They maintain sales data and valuation systems while developing an external book of business.

What you will do

• Applies approved appraisal practices and procedures to produce value conclusions of real estate.
• Produces concise reports supporting the market value of properties.
• Completes monthly and annual benchmark studies to support lending functions.
• Develops and grows an external book of business.
• Physically inspects subject property and sales to verify property attributes.
• Documents pertinent characteristics of properties.
• Performs market data collection and analysis and maintains an accurate sales database.
• Researches building cost/depreciation characteristics for improved sales.
• Provides basic market synopsis to other departments and potential clients.
• Attends education events, training events and professional meetings.

Required qualifications

• 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 fun
• Minimum of 3 years related experience as a Certified Appraiser.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice to have

• Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license

Benefits

• Hybrid model – up to 50% work from home
• Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months
• Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match)
• medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
• Learning and development programs
• Mentorship programs
• Cross-functional committee opportunities
• Professional membership/certification reimbursement

Before you apply

• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Compeer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

About the company

Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. They provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities.