Real Estate Valuation Manager in Rancho Cordova, California at BANK OF MARIN

Essential Job Functions:

• Manages the ordering and review of appraisals and evaluations for all real estate secured credits.
• Assures full appraisal compliance with all requirements established by Bank policy and banking regulations.
• Oversees Appraiser performance and ensures overall quality of real estate valuation decisions.
• Oversees Stress Testing of Real Estate valuations to meet regulatory guidelines.
• Ensures that the Bank maintains criteria for the content and appropriate use of Bank evaluations consistent with safe and sound banking practices.
• Provides direction and consultation to lending, underwriting and workout staff with regard to appraisal matters.
• Performs all Bank evaluations and may perform simple appraisals.
• Reviews and approves all appraisals of commercial properties.
• Oversees reviews for residential appraisals.
• May render an opinion on the quality and reliability of new and in-file commercial appraisal reports and evaluations.
• Ensures that appraisals and evaluations contain sufficient information to support the credit decision.
• Oversees the development of the Bank’s valuation database.
• Maintains knowledge of current real estate values in the Bank’s market area.
• Assures that the Bank’s List of Appraisers is accurately maintained. As needed, recommends changes to this appraiser list, communicates deletions and additions as necessary.
• Assures that written procedures, forms and appraiser files are complete and up to date.
• Trains and evaluates the performance of Appraisal Department staff.
• Provides guidance and assistance in resolving problems or complaints.
• Other duties may be assigned

Job Skill Level / Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work with AVM tools, valuation systems and appraisal management software/tools to ensure efficiency of process and reliability of value conclusion.
• On-going training and/or education is required to maintain certification and enhance knowledge. Training and/or education will be monitored and tracked.
• This job preforms a critical function for the bank. Expansive knowledge in all areas of real estate valuation is required.
• Personal computer proficiency required including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Organized, sets priorities & meets deadlines.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to quickly understand and communicate concepts both verbally and in written form.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to receive and act on feedback in a positive manner.
• Present a positive and professional appearance and demeanor to both internal and external contacts including other Bank employees, vendors, service providers, etc.
• Required Certifications: License in California as a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser.

Professional Experience: 5 – 7 years related experience and/or training.

Educational Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college