Senior Appraiser/Real Estate Appraiser

POSITION:

Senior Appraiser/Real Estate Appraiser (Licensed or Entry Level) fulltime position located in the Modesto or Turlock Branch offices.

ABOUT YOSEMITE FARM CREDIT:

As a farmerowned coop with over 100year history serving the agriculture community in Stanislaus Merced Tuolumne and Mariposa counties Yosemite Farm Credit has a commitment to our regions agriculture. The Association currently provides lending services to approximately 5200 customers with loan volume over $4.7 billion. Major commodities financed include dairy and almonds in addition to irrigated field crops cattle and walnuts. Yosemite Farm Credits culture of collaboration and team values provides a great atmosphere that allows individuals to contribute to its Vision Helping Our Members Prosper!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

The Senior Appraiser/Real Estate Appraisers primary responsibility is to prepare accurate appraisal reports of real property including large complex reports. Additional responsibilities include analyzing sales and rental data used in developing appraisal reports verifying accuracy of legal descriptions reviewing preliminary title reports to ensure the safety of the collateral and serve as a resource to both the credit and appraisal staff. Applicant must be capable of establishing and maintaining good customer relations by providing ongoing communications coordination and assistance throughout the appraisal process.

If not licensed the Real Estate Appraiser will work towards receiving certification as a State Certified General Appraiser. The position is accountable for successful completion of the educational coursework hours of required appraisal experience and written exam to receive certification as a State Certified General Appraiser. The position under supervision of a licensed appraiser will learn Association procedures as they apply to the appraisal function complete appraisals develop appraisal support data and undertake projects relating to appraisals as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS degree with emphasis on agriculture.

Entry level (must be seeking license) to 10 years (Senior) experience with CA Certified General License. A licensed applicant from another state would be considered.

Must have good analytical and statistical skills to evaluate prioritize and categorize data for valuation related activities.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must have good computer skills and be proficient in Windows Excel and Word.

Must have a good understanding of agricultural operations of the Central Valley.

Must be able to work independently and prioritize work assignments.

GRADE/SALARY/BENEFITS:

Yosemite Farm Credit offers a competitive benefit package that includes but is not limited to outstanding vacation/sick time accrual health dental and vision plans tuition reimbursement 401k fixed AND company match corporate fitness program performance related compensation volunteer time off and paid holidays.

The Base Salary for this position ranges from $4800 (minimum) $12000 (maximum) per month depending on experience. Position is also eligible to participate in annual incentive program (performance related compensation) earning up to 10% of annual base salary. This program is subject to Board approval.

WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM:

Yosemite Farm Credit offers a Workplace Flexibility Program for qualifying positions that provides the opportunity to have a hybrid in office and work from home schedule. The Workplace Flexibility Program includes an allowance of up to $500 for qualifying expenses to outfit employees home office. Please note this is not a fully remote position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications will be accepted until filled.

If you have questions regarding the job posting or need additional information please contact Jerry Furtado or Rich Bell (209).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Application Job Link: Farm Credit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. For employmentrelated questions or if you have a disability and wish to seek a reasonable accommodation during the application process please contact our HR team at or.

CCPA Notice:

California residents may have certain rights regarding their Personal Information under California law. To view the Yosemite Farm Credit CCPA Privacy Notice applicable to job applicants employees owners directors officers and contractors of Yosemite Farm Credit please visit the Yosemite Farm Credit website at the following link: Date: 5/8/2025

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