Residential Appraisal Reviewer I - Southern WI or Northern IL at Associated Bank in HALES CORNERS, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Remote with occassional travel to Hales Corners/Milwaukee area.

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position with Associated Bank are asked to email: careers@associatedbank.com

Job Summary

On real estate transactions requiring less complex valuation services originated in all lines of business; responsible for selecting a qualified appraiser and issuing the engagement letter. Upon receipt of the valuation, completing analysis of the less complex appraisal or evaluation for compliance and methodology used, and completing a review report within the appraisal management system for the collateral file. In addition, assist the Appraisal Compliance Officers, Senior Credit Officers, Lines of Business, and external vendors with questions regarding Real Estate Appraisal and Evaluation ordering and review procedures.

Job Accountabilities

• Perform appraisal and evaluation reviews on less complex properties for all business lines to assist lenders and credit officers in valuing real estate for lending purposes in order to maintain high credit quality.


• Select appraisers and evaluation companies for a specific loan transaction, from approved lists. Prepare the Engagement Letter and documentation to provide to the external vendor through the appraisal management system.


• Collaborate with the Business Development Officers, Corporate Loan Review, Relationship Managers, Credit Analysts, underwriting and/or processing to address questions and ensure overall appraisal and evaluation compliance, independence, and valuation.


• Evaluate and coordinate an approved appraiser list and recommend qualified additions or deletions from said lists. Responsible for maintenance of the lists to ensure that appraisers meet our guidelines.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Required

• 2-4 years Real estate background based on a combination of formal education, lending experience, appraisal, or appraisal review experience. Required

• Should be interested in working toward a Licensed or Certified Residential Appraiser license in a state within the bank's primary footprint within 2 years, Preferred


• Become a candidate for designation with an established professional appraisal organization such as SRA, ASA or AI-RRS within 2 years, Preferred

Compliance Statement

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank is committed to working diligently with any colleague who needs an accommodation perform the essential functions of the job. Please contact the Leaves & Accommodations office to request an accommodation.