Appraiser Sample Job Descriptions

We are seeking a powerhouse appraiser who is committed to producing quality and accurate results. In this role, appraisers will be required to remain up to date with current real estate markets and the changes in those markets as they happen in real-time. Things such as the economy, politics, schools, commercial and residential developments in the vicinity, etc., can all cause market fluctuations. Remaining current on these market trends will be paramount in order to keep appraisals accurate. You will also be responsible for communicating certain appraisal outcomes to customers and resolving any concerns that they may have. With today’s market, this can be challenging but is, coincidentally, extremely rewarding as well. If you are organized, continuously striving to perfect your craft, and always remain teachable, then you will be set for success in this position. If you embody these qualities, then please let us know, as we would love to chat and see if we are a good fit for each other!

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Examine properties to determine the value 
• Interview clients 
• Photograph the property’s interior and exterior
• Research the local property market 
• Follow and stay up to date on the latest job practices 
• Comply with regulations 
• Write reports to explain the assessment
• Update files with property information; maintain property records
• Stay in contact with the client and/or customer 

Education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree required in some states 
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, ARGUS, LoopNet, and CoStar
• State-licensed appraiser license 
• The certified residential real property appraiser and the certified general real property appraiser

Required skills and qualifications

• Problem-solving skills 
• Great interpersonal skills 
• Organizational skills 
• Time management skills 
• Strong math skills
• Customer service skills
• Ability to work well under stress or pressure 
• Analytical skills 
• Critical thinking skills 
• Research skills
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite 
• Knowledge and experience with related programs like Argus, CoStar, and LoopNet

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of experience in appraising properties

Responsibilities

• Final reconciliation of value considering cost, income, and market approach
• Analyze income, cost, and land models to identify patterns or anomalies as applied to individual properties
• Prepare and present the defense of values to appointed boards
• Inspect and gather images of properties to ensure that property records reflect current and accurate property characteristics
• Collect and record detailed property and economic data, and verify data via an interview with the property owner or occupant if available

Qualifications

• Two years or more experience as a commercial data collector or review appraiser
• Practitioner – Tax Assessor or Appraiser
• Significant commercial mass appraisal experience
• Excellent analytical ability
• Spatial ability to read maps and locate a physical location on a map
• Ability to visualize floor plan footprints based on three-dimensional buildings
• Good math skills to calculate square footage, ratios, and similar functions
• Working knowledge of income capitalization
• General PC skills, including knowledge of MS Word and Excel, or other equivalent,s are desirable
• Must be able to provide reliable transportation, carry full insurance on the vehicle, and have a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Complete residential property appraisal reports for 1 – 4 family residential real estate properties in compliance with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) guidelines and federal and state appraisal laws, ensuring exceptional quality and credibility of appraisal theory and methodology governing residential real property
• Provide seamless communication to both property contacts (Borrower) and home office
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing training
• Occasional review work if there is downtime
• Additional duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and meet established production standards
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Adherence to due dates and timelines as outlined by each order or project
• Work with a level of professionalism as outlined by the company
• Must be a licensed or certified appraiser with less than 5 years of experience

Job outline

• Focused on completing appraisals with your team, managing client communication, collecting and confirming market data, and supporting leadership initiatives
• Independently producing high-quality and error-free appraisal reports
• Specializing in a particular asset type or geography, and sharing knowledge with colleagues
• Consistently delivering industry-leading client service
• Representing the valuation team while supporting cross-functional company initiatives
• Assisting with business development initiatives and maintaining industry-wide relationships
• Keeping abreast of macro and micro industry trends within the commercial real estate space
• Inspecting properties of all asset types
• Working directly with our in-house development team to continue to improve our technology
• Providing feedback on application use and improvements

Job requirements

• Ideally 7+ years of appraisal experience
• A minimum of 3 years of independently producing appraisal reports for review
• State licensure is required
• MAI licensure is required
• Advanced market knowledge of multiple asset types
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or a related area
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you can play a critical role in the ongoing growth of a ground-breaking, real estate technology transaction platform
• Strong analytical abilities and customer service focus
• A self-starter mentality and experience taking ownership of projects with limited direction
• Ability to thrive in a low-ego, highly collaborative work environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organization skills, as well as the ability to execute multiple projects with overlapping timelines