Job Description
Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative serving the needs of farmers and rural residents. The Real Estate Appraiser role involves conducting appraisals and valuations of loan collateral and acquired properties, ensuring accurate information for decision-making processes. Responsibilities Conducts appraisals/valuations of loan collateral and acquired properties in a timely, high quality and credible manner. Includes defining highest and best use, documenting area and property characteristics, identifying environmental risks, applying accepted valuation methods, supporting conclusions with written narrative, and documenting results in appraisal/valuation reports Collects, investigates, documents and maintains comparable sales data which includes searching public records, verifying sale conditions and financing terms, making property inspections, abstracting sale price, platting legal descriptions, and documenting results Conducts analysis of market trends, comparable sales, adjustment factors, depreciation rates, capitalization rates, and valuation methods and communicates results effectively Actively participates and collaborates with association team members, customers, industry professionals and external stakeholders to cultivate relationships Proactively embraces opportunities to share ideas and fosters an environment that exhibits our association’s purpose and values Consults with association team members, customers and external stakeholders on valuation challenges, market trends, and environmental risk management Collaborates effectively with team members to provide seamless customer experience by providing backup for team members, maintaining visible presence at association offices, and industry events Other duties as assigned including but not limited to conducting: appraisal/evaluations outside local area, appraisal/valuation reviews, chattel valuations, and fee service assignments Skills High School Diploma/GED with 1 year relative experience Bachelor's degree preferred Associate Appraisal License or Licensed/Certified General state license Ability to conduct appraisals/valuations of loan collateral and acquired properties in a timely, high quality and credible manner Ability to define highest and best use, document area and property characteristics, identify environmental risks, apply accepted valuation methods, support conclusions with written narrative, and document results in appraisal/valuation reports Ability to collect, investigate, document and maintain comparable sales data Ability to conduct analysis of market trends, comparable sales, adjustment factors, depreciation rates, capitalization rates, and valuation methods Strong mental acuity and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate results effectively Ability to collaborate effectively with team members, customers, industry professionals and external stakeholders Ability to maintain visible presence at association offices and industry events Valid driver's license and ability to drive long-distance Benefits Award winning 401(k) Plan Health and Financial wellness benefits Company Overview Farm Credit Mid-America is an financial institution dedicated to serving farmers and rural residents It was founded in 1916, and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is