Appraisal Project Assistant

Appraisal Project AssistantAre you looking for an opportunity to gain real-world experience while exploring careers in agriculture, business, and real estate?Do you enjoy research, problem-solving, and working with data while learning from experienced professionals?If so, Golden State Farm Credit's temporary Part-Time Appraisal Project Assistant position may be the perfect fit!We are seeking a motivated individual to support our Appraisal team through a variety of research, data collection, and administrative projects in either our Chico or Kingsburg branch office. In this role, you'll assist with gathering property information, researching public records, organizing appraisal files, and supporting projects that help determine the value of agricultural properties throughout California.This position offers hands-on exposure to the agricultural lending and appraisal industries while helping you build professional skills in business communication, research, data analysis, project coordination, and teamwork. You'll work alongside experienced appraisers and gain valuable insight into careers in agriculture, finance, real estate, and the Farm Credit System.Location: Kingsburg, CA or Chico, CASalary Range: $25/hourPosition Summary:The Appraisal Project Assistant position supports the appraisal department by receiving, logging, preparing, and helping maintain appraisal files and assisting in the day-to-day administration of workflow in the appraisal department.Essential Functions:Appraisal Support (60%) Maintains appraisal log and sets up files for all appraisal requestsPrioritizes and organizes all incoming requests as instructedOrganizes files based on communication with loan officers and appraisal staffCompiles property information by searching various real estate, county, and government websites to gather information regarding soils, critical habitats, wetlands, flood designations, and zoning designationsIdentifies property boundaries and locationContacts and communicates with multiple county planning departments, California Regional Water Quality Control Board, and San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District to gather necessary permit informationVerifies all requested information received from outside sources has been received and filedDetermines proper follow up to gather correct information as necessaryOrganizes and completes mailings for the appraisal staffCommunication (30%) Works closely with internal and external customer base by providing written and verbal communicationCoordinates and assists throughout the appraisal processFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Forms for credit and appraisal (10%) Searches property information and verifies boundariesIdentifies building improvements and determines if flood insurance is neededPrepares forms for appraisers/loan officers upon requestData Security and Confidentiality Appropriately protects the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association's systems and data and clients' dataCommitment and Support of Association Mission Understands, applies, and supports the Association mission and vision statement in a positive, professional manner at work and with customers in all settingsKnowledge & skills:Knowledge of title issues, easements, and legal descriptions.Knowledge of typical crops and land uses, equipment types/uses, building types/uses, livestock, and yield potential.Knowledge of soil and drainage characteristics, ground/surface water resources, and accompanying regulations.Knowledge of various governmental agencies and their permitting processes that impact the potential use and value of property.Knowledge of the agriculture, financial and real estate industry, and applied business mathematics and principles.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, computers, current software, and other office tools.Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in the English language.Skill in serving and working effectively with both external and internal customers in a professional, respectful manner.Skill in analyzing information and problem solving to formulate logical and objective conclusions.Qualifications:Enrolled in an accredited college or universityPursuing a degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Business, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related fieldStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlinesStrong verbal and written communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environmentSchedule:Part-time positionMinimum 15 hours per weekFlexible scheduling around class schedulesIn office preferred, open to flexibilityPositions in this class requires: keying, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

May be required to lift up to 10 pounds, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects while completing essential functions. This position is comprised of sedentary work which involves sitting at a computer a majority of the workday; walking and standing are required only occasionally. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer screen, and/or reading extensively.Working Conditions:Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.

Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.Golden State Farm Credit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, relation, color, national origin, ancestry, identity, gender expression, actual or perceived sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, civil air patrol status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or medical condition, except where physical fitness is a valid occupational qualification or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Applicable law also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of the foregoing characteristics.