Appraiser I (unlicensed)

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.

Essential Duties

• Aid licensed staff in developing real estate appraisals on large complex valuations.
• Gather 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.
• Complete 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 to obtain documentation and verification of the sales.
• Research, verify, and enter sales into the sales database.
• Commence and complete the education requirements for real estate appraisal licensing.
• Locate and plot area/neighborhood sales information, compile data for land value trends, and assist 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.
• Maintain follow-up requirements in assigned areas.
• Initiate written and telephone communications to obtain information and related documents.
• Perform other duties assigned.

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 work 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 ½ 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.

Pay Range

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