Sr Staff Appraiser/Team Leader

Job description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supervise commercial and residential review appraisal staff. Assistant to Department Manager in all responsibilities, specifically when the Department Manager is not in the office. Assist in the implementation and administration of Appraisal Guidelines, policies and procedures for residential and commercial appraisals. Maintain contact with various departments to monitor the pipeline of appraisals and resolve problems relative to requests and review of appraisals.

Maintain and expand list of approved appraisers for commercial and residential properties, as well as for business and FF-E valuations within all regions served by Valley National Bank or its affiliates. Bid appraisal jobs to outside appraisal firms and engaging them to perform the assignments for Valley National Bank as well as assuring a reasonable turn around time for completion. Oversee appraisal requests to ensure that the skill level outside fee appraisers is sufficient and that the fee quotes are reasonable.

Review appraisals to insure that the methodology, market data and analyses are reasonable and that the reports conform to USPAP and Valley National Bank standards. Direct administrative personnel relating to the processing and tracking of appraisal requests and maintaining appraisal files. Travel to properties for appraisal inspections and related fieldwork as needed. Assist in the implementation of new technology and software applicable to the appraisal department.

Prepare performance appraisals for staff members.

Qualifications

Required Skills

PC Computer Skills - Microsoft Word, Excel and lease analysis software such as Argus, Project and DynaLease. Knowledge of USPAP, FIRREA, OCC, HVCC and FNMA /FHLMC guidelines and regulations pertaining to Real Estate appraisals. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize and organize assignments.

Required Experience

High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of five years of experience in appraising commercial, industrial and special use properties. A qualified candidate should have successfully completed Appraisal Institute courses through Capitalization A - B. Must be affiliated with a major appraisal organization such as the Appraisal Institute, Independent Fee Appraisers or American Society of Appraisers. State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser.

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred.