Valuation Appraisal Appraiser Full Time

Appraises real estate properties independently for the purposes of dispute resolution, mortgage underwriting, acquisition/disposition, portfolio analysis, estate purposes and other intended uses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Prepare complete appraisal reports independently on complex properties. Oversight of work includes collaboration with senior level staff as well as review of reports.
• Conduct complete appraisals, examining and evaluating commercial properties to establish market value.
• Make independent decisions and provide judgement in the development of the appraisal for complex properties.
• Inspect properties.
• Complete formal review responses with guidance if requested from senior staff members.
• Engage directly in client meetings.
• Complete formal rebuttal letters.
• Maintain knowledge of current government regulations, zoning laws and appraisal standards.
• Understand all necessary software programs used in the business.
• Maintain familiarity with necessary data sources.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in real estate or other related subjects such as economics and finance. Preference is given to MS or MBA in real estate.
• Must have state appropriate Certified General Appraiser License.
• Minimum of 3 – 6 years professional experience as a Commercial Real Estate Appraiser.
• Must have experience and be skilled in writing appraisal and appraisal reviews of complex commercial properties.
• Solid understanding of real property valuation concepts, commercial real estate terminology, and property tax jurisdictional processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Argus required.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Strong communication skills, with both clients and market participants related to research.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Source: Newmark Career Page