Certified Appraiser

Compeer Financial; Worthington (MN); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible schedules

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision

HSA/FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

EAP

Mentorship programs

Professional development support

Job summary

Compeer Financial in Worthington, MN seeks a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser to provide credible appraisals and market value reports. You will follow USPAP, maintain data systems, and support lending with benchmark studies while building an external client base in a hybrid work environment.

Role requires a CF-RE Appraiser license or eligibility, a relevant degree, and strong analytical, communication, and CRM skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or related education/experience.
• Minimum of 3 years related experience as a Certified Appraiser.
• Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license preferred; required in many cases.
• Knowledge of USPAP and state/federal financial regulations.
• Strong client service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide credible appraisals in line with USPAP for internal and external clients.
• Produce concise reports supporting market value of properties.
• Complete monthly and annual benchmark studies to support lending.
• Develop and grow an external book of business.
• Inspect subject properties and verify attributes as needed.
• Document property characteristics to ensure accurate representation.
• Conduct market data collection and maintain sales databases.
• Provide training and mentoring to Associate Appraisers.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

CRM familiarity

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture-Business / Business Administration / Finance / Economics or related field

Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license

Job description

Empowered to live. Inspired to work.

Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally.

How we support you:

• 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)
• Benefits: 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 (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
• Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more!

Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs.

To learn more about Compeer Financial visitwww.compeer.com/careers.

Where you will work:

This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% remote and is based out of the Worthington, MN.

The contributions you will make:

This position provides credible appraisals to internal and external clients by following the provisions of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and maintains sales data and valuation systems.

A typical day:

• Applies approved appraisal practices and procedures to produce credible, reliable, and well supported value conclusions of real estate being appraised.
• Produces concise reports supporting the market value of these 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 when applicable.
• Documents the pertinent characteristics of properties (size, condition, location, improvements, etc.) to ensure they are accurately represented
• Performs market data collection and analysis and maintains an accurate sales database
• Researches building cost/depreciation characteristics for improved sales
• Provides basic market synopsis including property sales information to other departments (Ag Lending, Diversified Markets, Credit Underwriting, RLS and Agri-Access) and potential clients to aid in valuation decisions
• Attends education events, training events and professional meetings to advance professional and technical skills and keep current on required licenses.
• Completes continuing education appraisal classes to maintain Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license
• Provides training and mentoring to Associate Appraisers
• Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization

The skills and experience we prefer you have:

• 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 functions of the job.
• Minimum of 3 years related experience as a Certified Appraiser.
• Certified General Real Estate Appraiser license, preferred. Required Knowledge and Skills
• 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, with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• 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.

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How we will take care of you:

Our job titles may span more than one career level (associate, senior, principal, etc.). The actual title and base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for variable compensation and other benefits.

Base Pay$67,700—$91,500 USD

Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.

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