Appraiser I (unlicensed)

American AgCredit; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 52,106 - 78,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Outstanding 401k – employer match up

Paid Time Off

Volunteer time off

Job summary

American AgCredit is recruiting for an entry-level to early-career real estate appraisal support role. You will assist licensed staff, gather data for appraisal reports, and work toward state licensing while contributing to loan inspections and servicing analyses.

Expect to collaborate with lending, underwriting, and operations teams, preparing inspection reports and ensuring high-quality, timely service. Some travel and onsite work required with a part-time remote/hybrid arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in agriculture, business, finance, economics, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including ability to communicate with all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed staff in developing real estate appraisals, gathering data such as maps, legal descriptions, and other information.
• Collect sales information from county websites, MLS and realtor sites; build relationships to verify data.
• Research, verify and enter sales into the sales database.
• Begin and complete education requirements for real estate appraisal licensing.
• Work with area and neighborhood sales information, assisting with land value trends and reports.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Data gathering

Education

BA/BS degree in agriculture, business, finance, economics or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Why you should join our team?

American AgCredit offers a unique opportunity to be part of a national financial system supporting those who feed, clothe and fuel the world. We are a growing organization embracing collaboration and innovation while delivering transformative solutions. American AgCredit provides a cultivating environment where you truly make a difference for our customers and teams.

Benefits offered by American AgCredit

• Commitment to agriculture and the communities we serve
• Family friendly work environment
• Investment in employee development
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Outstanding 401k – automatic 3% employer contribution, plus match up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation accrued at 21 days annually, Sick Days accrued at 15 days annually, 12 paid holidays, plus 16 hours of volunteer time)
• Competitive Incentive Compensation Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• The position is bonus eligible based on association and personal performance

Overview

This is an entry level to early career unlicensed position. Individuals in this position are working towards state licensing as a real estate appraiser. Once the individual becomes proficient, the individual will be able to complete moderately complex real estate appraisals under the supervision of a licensed appraiser. Prepare inspection reports on loans that involve pledged collateral, both new loans and loan servicing. Completes real estate appraisals under delegated authority and/or under supervision of a licensed appraiser. Collaborates with other team members, and with Hub Team and Retail Team members from lending, underwriting and operations to ensure high quality, timely and accurate service to customers and/or internal teams.

Essential Duties

• Assist licensed staff in developing real estate appraisals on large complex valuations. This may include gathering data such as location maps, assessor maps, aerial maps, soils maps, FEMA maps, property profile, legal description, and various other information required to start an appraisal report. Completes appraisals under delegated authority or under the supervision of a licensed appraiser.
• Collect sales information from a variety of sources, including county websites, MLS and realtor websites. Develop relationships with realtors and others in order to obtain documentation and verification of the sales.
• Research, verify and enter sales into the sales database.
• Will commence and complete the education requirements for real estate appraisal licensing.
• Assist in locating and plotting area/neighborhood sales information. This includes compiling data for land value trends and assisting with drafting reports to management.
• Respond to Association staff or others by providing written and verbal information about appraisal programs and projects.
• Effectively work with customers and other Association employees. Respond independently to requests for information and assistance.
• Monitor follow-up requirements in assigned areas.
• Initiate written and telephone communications to obtain information and related documents.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Levels of Supervision Exercised and Received

Works under general direction and supervision of the Appraisal Director.

Typical Education and Experience

• BA/BS degree in agriculture, business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or other related field is now required for state real estate appraisal licensing.
• At least one year related experience performing similar functions is desired.
• Ability to work well with people at all levels; exercise initiative; convey ideas clearly; make sound appraisal decisions.
• Ability to communicate/coordinate effectively with all levels of management throughout AAC. Ability to work harmoniously with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Moderate travel required as business needs indicate.
• Demonstrated ability to generate highly accurate work.
• Must be proficient in organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional persuasive and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the use of PC, including e‑mail, word processing and electronic spreadsheet software.

Essential Job Requirements

Must have the ability to perform basic office tasks and work in a typical office setting. Employee will be sitting for extended periods of time and accomplishing work at a desk and working at a computer for an extended period of time. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills to adequately convey ideas and work well with a team. Ability to talk and hear, sit and use their hands and fingers, and reach in all directions is essential in performance of the job. Some lifting and moving of items up to 25 pounds required. Must have the ability to drive a four‑wheel‑drive vehicle to inspect rural properties. In the course of conducting inspections, must have the ability to walk a mile, navigate steep terrain and/or construction sites and safely cross fences. Work during established business hours and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Other physical activities may include: adjusting, balancing, climbing, connecting, crawling, crouching, digging, feeling, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, operating, pulling, pushing, reaching, reading, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, talking, walking, writing, measuring, physical observation, and driving. Must have a valid Class C driver's license.

Part‑Time Remote/Hybrid

These employees will work partly remote and partly onsite. Part‑time remote employees will work with their managers to determine when and how often they are needed onsite.

Pay Range

Minimum $52,106.98 – Max $78,160.47 Annual

This range is reflective of the national salary average for this position and will be adjusted using geographic variance for physical location of the hired candidate. American AgCredit may compensate outside of the salary range for bona fide reasons not related to membership in a protected class.

• Salary range is the national base pay range and title offered for this job at the current level.
• Compensation, title, and job level may be adjusted based on candidate qualifications including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location.
• Salary offered, within the applicable range, is one component of the total rewards package offered to candidates.

All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.

American AgCredit provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military service or veteran status, victims of domestic violence, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. American AgCredit prohibits harassment of any individuals on any of the bases listed above.

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