Appraisal Coordinator

Position: Appraisal Coordinator

Location: Remote or hybrid if located within 31 miles of the Santa Ana CA will work 2 days on-site.

Working Schedule: M - F

Must be able to work Hours: 8am - 5pm PST

Pay: up to $24/hr d.o.e.

Summary:

This role serves as a primary point of contact for loan staff providing guidance and support throughout the appraisal process to ensure compliance with company policies and investor guidelines. The position requires close collaboration with appraisers AMCs accounting lenders and internal teams to ensure timely accurate and compliant appraisal and transfer execution in accordance with Fannie Mae Freddie Mac FHA and VA requirements.

Assist Chief Valuation Officer with various administrative tasks including developing policies and procedures (P&P) and creating/revising appraisal documents and forms to meet company requirements.
Manage the Appraisal Department inbox providing support to loan staff to ensure appraisal assignments were properly managed through the Appraisal Management Company (AMC).
Act as a point of contact for loan staff addressing questions regarding the appraisal process appraisal requirements and acting as support - helping and aiding in anything related to appraisal and the appraisal process.
Serve as the Appraisal Management Systems administrator ensuring optimal performance for both appraisal and loan staff.
Assist in configuring settings to optimize the Appraisal Management platform enhancing efficiency and process flows
Manage the Appraisal Transfer inbox and coordinate all incoming and outgoing appraisal transfer requests.
Track manage and provide timely updates to lenders and loan staff regarding the status of appraisal transfers.
Accurately log all relevant transfer documentation and actions in Encompass.
Offer technical assistance and support to internal staff regarding appraisal transfer procedures and inquiries.
Communicate effectively and promptly with appraisers the accounting department loan staff and lenders to ensure smooth transfer operations.
Execute the appraisal transfer process with a high degree of accuracy adhering to Fannie Mae Freddie Mac FHA and VA guidelines.
Perform additional duties and support tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Team player.
Adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment.
Exhibit excellent computer skills. Knowledge of MS Outlook MS Word MS Excel and Adobe is required.
Demonstrated ability to perform several complex tasks simultaneously and effectively.
Experience in mortgage operations or appraisal management preferred.
Familiarity with Encompass or similar loan origination systems.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with precision.
Knowledge of appraisal processing appraisal regulations and compliance standards is a plus.
Software proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
Demonstration of extensive knowledge and familiarity of residential Real Estate Appraisal Report Forms terminology and the appropriate application of appraisal valuation techniques methodology and appraisal theory.
Related experience relevant to Residential Mortgage lending operations.
Attention to detail for identifying errors and omissions.
Desired

Work Authorization: Must be able to verify identity and employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Other Duties: This job profile is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities as one may perform additional related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift to ten pounds. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop bend kneel crouch reach and twist; to lift carry push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. VISION: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. HEARING: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

EOE/M/F/D/V. Drug-free workplace.

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