Certified General Real Estate Appraiser

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture.

AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West.

We are in search of a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser to join our Appraisal department in Paso Robles, California. This full-time position reports to the VP, Appraisal and is responsible for completing appraisals within an assigned area.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and one-time home office stipend after initial training period.

Compensation Information

The base salary range for this position in Paso Robles, California is:

Level II: $76,000 - $119,000; bonus at target is 10 or 12% of salary (depending on experience).

Level III: $94,000 - $149,000; bonus at target is 15 or 18% of salary (depending on experience).

Job Requirements

Complete appraisals and evaluations of loan collateral following sound appraisal principles, valuation techniques, and organization procedures. This involves physically driving to and visually inspecting and valuing real estate, improvements, fixtures, machinery and livestock.
Collect, verify and document sales information maintained in organization sales database.
Develop and maintain accurate market, assessed value, and lease studies. This involves traveling to selected areas to determine the value of various types and quality of similar properties.
Develop, maintain and provide information required for organization appraisal reports.
Effectively work with customers and other Farm Credit Employees and outside parties. This may involve traveling to farms/ranches or other locations to meet with customers.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or ag-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Current state appraisal certification and related continued education
Completion of organization training requirements or other training/experience in lieu of
Knowledge of appraisal principles, techniques and organization procedures
Knowledge of local agricultural practices and crop and livestock production
Knowledge of common agricultural practices and agricultural economics
Ability to understand and interpret complex financial information
Ability to travel to perform certain required duties
Valid driver’s license

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or ag-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Current state appraisal certification and related continued education
Completion of organization training requirements or other training/experience in lieu of
Knowledge of appraisal principles, techniques and organization procedures
Knowledge of local agricultural practices and crop and livestock production
Knowledge of common agricultural practices an agricultural economics
Ability to understand and interpret complex financial information

Benefits Offered by AgWest

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)
Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 11 holidays and 3 volunteer
401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!

Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure.

Details about insurance and retirement benefits are available at: Farm Credit Benefits

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation, national origin, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

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