Certified General Appraiser - Illinois

Farmers National Company is an Employee-owned company headquartered in Omaha, NE. We are the Nation’s leading landowner services company and have been in business for over 90 years. We pride ourselves in meeting, and exceeding goals and objectives of our clients, customers, and stakeholders! We offer a wide range of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, and much more! 

Our Appraisal department is seeking a Certified General Appraiser to join our team in Illinois.  The role will primarily conduct commercial agricultural real estate appraisals accurately and uniformly according to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).  It will also support the marketing efforts of the Farmers National Company through business line referrals.

DUTIES:

• Conducts appraisals of commercial agricultural real estate according to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and Farmers National Company Standards
• Conducts appraisal assignments assigned and generates fee appraisals adequate to meet productivity expectations and assist in meeting department objectives
• Provides appraisal services to customers ensuring customer needs and timeliness expectation are met
• Monitors real estate value trends through knowledge and analysis of sales
• Serves as a consultant and resource for farm management and real estate staff concerning appraisal matters
• Performs additional duties as assigned and required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Business or related field
• 2 years of experience in Appraisal
• Certified General Appraisal License
• Real Estate Licenses in required states
• Knowledge of USPAP standards and real estate business
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Power Point)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions 
• Continually required to talk and hear for client and team communication
• Frequently required to sit at a computer workstation to complete typed reports and research
• Frequently required to walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Visual observation of property condition, use of technical tools and maps is required
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 40 pounds
• Frequent travel for property inspections, company meetings or functions is required

COMPETENCIES: 

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.