Chattel/Real Estate Valuator Trainee at Golden State Farm Credit

Kingsburg, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

76822.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Traveling, Working Independently, People Skills, Commodity Valuation, Livestock Inspection, Equipment Valuation, Crop Inspection, Real Estate Valuation Support, Data Analysis, Market Research, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Appraisal Concepts, Microsoft Office Suite, Problem Solving

Industry

Banking

Description

Does working outdoors with a fair amount of time spent in the office seem like the perfect work setting to you? Are you comfortable traveling and working independently in rural settings to inspect and value commodities, livestock, and equipment? Do you have great people skills and appreciate opportunities to interact with others? If you have a willingness to learn and are intrigued by this type of work, then we encourage you to apply for our Chattel/Real Estate Valuator Trainee position! We’re looking for a passionate individual to join our appraisal team and contribute to our energetic and family oriented company that supports those that feed the world. The Association reserves the right to hire a qualified candidate from the Chattel/Real Estate I or II classifications instead of the Trainee classification, depending on applicant experience and organizational needs. Apply today at Careers | Golden State Farm Credit or continue reading to learn more about the position. DEADLINE TO APPLY: Continuous Until Filled Salary Range: $51,821 - $76,822 In addition to salary, the Association has a team based incentive program that provides an opportunity for up to 15% payout of base salary based upon Association performance. __________________________________________________________________________________ Position Summary The Chattel Trainee aids in tracking commodity and livestock prices, inspects livestock, equipment and commodities, and participates in developing a value conclusion. The Chattel Trainee will assist in making crop inspections and write crop inspection reports for credit staff. The Chattel Trainee also may help the Chattel Valuator complete Real Estate Valuations for internal clients by participating in inspecting, researching, analyzing, and valuing real estate as a support function to the real estate appraisal department. Essential Functions Chattel Inspections (30%) Assists in completing physical inspections of livestock, equipment, growing crops, and feed inventories to determine type, age, quality, quantity, condition, and utility of chattel Meets together with Chattel Valuator and with customers and helps determine what content to include to determine value Chattel Valuation Services (30%) Aids Chattel Valuator in determining what information is most pertinent for reporting purposes Helps determine, analyze, and apply the appropriate approaches to value Assists in concluding an opinion of value Helps provide a summary of the valuation process and conclusions in a written valuation report Provides help to ensure valuations meet GSFC and general industry expectations and guidelines Price Tracking (10%) Attends livestock and equipment auctions to stay informed and aware of the market Attends meetings to stay informed of trends influencing various commodities, farming practices, and other pertinent topics Helps maintain database tracking prices for various commodities, livestock, and equipment Participates in communicating findings to internal appraisal and credit staff Participates with committees in setting Association approved commodity and livestock prices Real Estate Valuation Inspections (5%) Assists in completing physical inspections of subject properties including buildings, land, permanent plantings, water systems/resources, and other property characteristics Participates in completing physical inspections of comparable sales Real Estate Valuation Services (5%) Helps collect and analyze specific property and general market data Researches, confirms, analyzes, inspects, and enters sales and rental information in the Association’s database Aids staff in determining the highest and best use of the subject property Assists in selecting the market data that is most appropriate for the valuation of the subject Helps conclude an opinion of value Assists in writing a summary of the subject property’s physical characteristics, valuation process, and value conclusion in a written report Helps ensure valuations meet company expectations and guidelines Communication (20%) Provides written and verbal communication with internal and external customer base Assists the Chattel Valuator throughout the valuation/lending process Helps identify areas of concern specific to the subject property/chattel and, in conjunction with Chattel Valuator, consults with appropriate internal and external staff as needed Represents the Association at various community events Data Security and Confidentiality Appropriately protects the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association’s systems and data and clients’ data Commitment and Support of Association Mission Understands, applies, and supports the Association mission and vision statement in a positive, professional manner at work and with customers in all settings Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of the agriculture, financial and real estate industry, and applied business mathematics and principles. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, computers, current appraisal-related software, and other office tools. Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in the English language. Skill in serving and working effectively with both external and internal customers in a professional, respectful manner. Skill in analyzing information and problem solving to formulate logical and objective conclusions. Knowledge of title issues, easements, and legal descriptions. Knowledge of typical crops and land uses, equipment types/uses, building types/uses, livestock, and yield potential. Knowledge of soil and drainage characteristics, ground/surface water resources, and accompanying regulations. Knowledge, understanding, and application of appraisal concepts, regulations, processes, and procedures related to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices. Knowledge, understanding, and application of appropriate industry expectations and guidelines in the valuation of chattel and real property Qualifications: You will be a Chattel Trainee until you meet the minimum qualifications of a Chattel Valuator I Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Business, or Agricultural Science. Background or experience in agriculture or chattel/real estate valuation is preferred. Must demonstrate an interest and desire for a career in chattel and real estate valuation. No appraisal licenses are required. Chattel classes from professional appraisal organization are required. The basic Chattel Valuation class offered by ASFMRA, along with Basic Appraisal Principles and Basic Appraisal Procedures are required prior to moving up to Chattel/Real Estate Valuator I. Increasingly advanced chattel valuation & real estate appraisal classes are required for Chattel/Real Estate Valuator II and Senior Chattel/Real Estate Valuator levels. Physical Demands Positions in this class requires: typing, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. May be required to lift up to 20 pounds, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects while completing essential functions. This position is comprised of some sedentary work which involves sitting at a computer a portion of the workday; walking and standing are required regularly. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer screen, and/or reading extensively. Also requires: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, grasping, walking on uneven surfaces and/or confined areas. Working Conditions This position is subject to office and outdoor working conditions with variable work hours. Indoor Office Conditions: Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Outdoor Conditions: Employees may be subjected to environmental conditions and atmospheric conditions, including: dusts, fumes, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises. This position requires approximately 40% travel time. In both environments employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Note The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Golden State Farm Credit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to: race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), relation (all aspects of religious belief, observances and practices including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, identity, gender expression, actual orperceived sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, civil air patrol status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or medical condition, except where physical fitness is a valid occupational qualification or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, status or local laws. Applicable law also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of the foregoing characteristics. “National origin” also includes discrimination against an individual because of their primary language or because that person holds or presents the California driver’s license issued to those who cannot document their lawful presence in the United States, as well as discrimination based upon any of the following: an indivudual’s or the indivudual’s ancestors’ acutal or perceived physical, cultural, or linguistic characteristics associated with a national origin group; marriage to or association with individual’s of a national origin group; tribal affiliation; membership in or association with an organization identified with or seeking to promote the interests of a national origina group; attendance or participation in schools, churches, temples, mosques or other eligious institutions generally used by persons of a national origin group; or a name that is associated with a national origin group An applicant’s or employee’s immigration status will not be considered for any Association employment purpose except as necessary to comply with federal, status or local laws. California law also prohibits discrimination against individuals providing services in the workplace pursuant to a contract, unpaid interns and volunteers on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, genetic information or age. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Responsibilities

The Chattel Trainee assists in tracking commodity and livestock prices, performs physical inspections of livestock, equipment, and growing crops, and participates in developing value conclusions for chattel assets. This role also supports the Real Estate Valuation department by assisting with inspections, research, analysis, and valuation of real estate for internal clients.