Certified General Appraiser

Company: FCS Financial
Location: Columbia
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

At FCS Financial, part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, we are looking for an Certified General Appraiser -to join our Team! - FCS Financial is a member of the largest agriculture lending cooperative in the United States today. - At FCS, we seek individuals who share passion for agriculture, rural living and helping people achieve their goals and dreams! -This -Certified General Appraiser researches, analyzes, values, completes, and -communicates agricultural appraisals used as a basis for lending decisions. - -The individual's primary job duties would include: Market Data Analysis, Appraisal Services, -and Inspections. - -Certified General Real Estate license is required for this role.This position is open until filled.The Market Territory for this position is North -Central Missouri. - Preferred -office locations for this position in Missouri include Columbia, Higginsville, Macon, Marshall, and Sedalia. - -All other office locations will be considered based on the candidates' qualifications and needs.This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.Department: - Risk Management - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Reports To: - -Vice President, Team Leader, Appraisal and Collateral Risk Management - -Supervises: - NoneResponsibilitiesMarket Data Analysis

• Researches subject property, comparable sales, market and neighborhood data, cost information, income information and specialized information
• Determines which sales are most applicable to assignment
• Determines which sources of information will best confirm sales and property information and which aspects of the comparable sale effect value
• Compiles, analyzes and writes up comparable sales and determines if particular attributes have a positive or negative effect on valueAppraisal Services
  • Maintains work files, updates Range of Values, performs yearly benchmark appraisals and maintains network of appraisal and real estate professionals
  • Determines depth of research appropriate for assignment and which approaches of value are applicable based on the purpose and use of the assignment
  • Reports assignment results via a written appraisal
  • Concludes an opinion of value
  • Ensures appraisals meet the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and company expectations and guidelines
  • Maintains sales databaseInspections
    • Analyzes highest and best use of subject property using market data
    • Reviews legal descriptions and completes physical inspection of land and improvements using sketches, photographs and/or interviewsProfessional Education
      • Determines what state requirements must be met to maintain certification
      • Observes and complies with USPAP reporting standards
      • May mentor and coach new colleaguesOther duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.Scope of Responsibilities:ResponsibilityMeasureAnnual Appraisals (Equivalent Reports) Completed125-145Aggregate Annual Value of Real AppraisedUp to $100 millionExperience as to Complexity of AppraisalNormal and customary agriculture properties typical to the assigned appraiser territoryAdditional CredentialsNoneJob Requirements:Required SkillsMinimum Qualifications
        • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Management, Agriculture Business, Business Administration, Real Estate, Economics or a related field
        • 5 years of related experience
        • Certified General Real Estate Appraisal license is required.
        • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the jobRequired Knowledge and Skills
          • Skill in using Microsoft technologies including e-mail, word and spreadsheet processing
          • Oral and written communication skills, sufficient to exchange information effectively with peers and supervisor
          • Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
          • Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers
          • Skill in understanding and applying appraisal concepts and standards
          • Skill in reading and plotting property boundaries based on legal descriptions
          • General knowledge of building and construction techniques and materials
          • Skill in maintaining confidential information
          • Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner
          • Responsible to appropriately protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association's systems and data and clients' data

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