Valuation Associate

Essential Duties

• Prepares sections of the appraisal report for dispute resolution, mortgage underwriting, acquisition/disposition, portfolio analysis and estate purposes.
• Evolves into writing complete appraisal reports, with independent thinking to develop rational, supported assumptions and conclusions.
• Aggregates, analyzes, interprets, and reports complex appraisal related market data through internal and outside sources.
• Collects and initially analyzes specific property information including leases, rent rolls, and financial statements.
• Inspects properties as part of the valuation process with senior staff members, and may inspect on own depending on property type/market and state/client requirements.
• Develops skills through guidance of senior staff members to complete valuation sections of the appraisal reports, including highest and best use analysis.
• Prepares complete appraisal reports under the direct supervision of state certified general appraisers.
• Participates in completing formal rebuttal or review response letters.
• Participates in client meetings.
• Maintains knowledge of current government regulations, zoning laws, and appraisal standards.
• Maintains familiarity with necessary data sources.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Education And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in real estate or related fields such as economics and finance.
• Preference for MS or MBA in real estate.
• Minimum 1-3 years professional experience in real estate analysis, market research, or related fields.
• Knowledge of Argus a plus.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Salary

$49,000 - $50,000 annually

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements