Appraiser

Bender Rosenthal Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading appraisal firm in California seeks an experienced appraiser to prepare and review appraisal reports for various property types. The role requires a California Certified General Appraisal License and a Bachelor's degree. Successful candidates will manage multiple assignments and communicate effectively within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• California Certified General Appraisal License is required.
• Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare appraisal reports for various property types.
• Manage multiple appraisal assignments.
• Review other appraisers' work.
• Track deadlines for appraisal assignments.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA or BS)

Job description

Prepare appraisal reports competently and in a manner that is independent, impartial, and objective for a variety of property types. The appraiser’s work product should comply with USPAP, client and BRI standards. The appraiser to address comments from internal and external review appraisers regarding their work product in a timely manner. Appraisers can also be involved in the training of other appraisers, both internal and external appraisal review, and manage a client base.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Manages a diverse workload of appraisal assignments which includes:
  • Multiple appraisals of various property types and locations.
  • Communicates with the Appraisal Manager regarding appraisal progress.
• Communicates with appraisers on their team and other divisions of the company regarding valuation issues.
• Exercises sound judgment (including appropriate handling of sensitive information) particularly in dealing with the public and firms which have business with Bender Rosenthal, Inc.
• Tracks deadlines associated with their appraisal assignments to ensure that assignments are completed on time, with a sense of urgency, and within budget.
• Competently and accurately reviews other appraisers’ work for certain property types.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be proficient in basic computer use (Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• Flexible and adaptable to a fluid, changing, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.
• Performs well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to maintain professionalism while communicating with difficult situations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from a four-year college or university is required.

Certification(s)

• California Certified General Appraisal License is required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for 6-8 hours per day.
• Ability to move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly, unless special accommodations are needed.
• Ability to type and operate a computer consistently throughout the workday.
• Ability to use headphones and earpiece regularly.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to frequently bend to file and maintain files.
• Ability to occasionally lift 5-10 pounds.