Associate Vice President, Valuation

Summary

A successful Associate Vice President will independently produce high-quality appraisals that are consistently error-free and delivered early. They will utilize their subject matter expertise as a source of knowledge for their Pod’s junior resources and deliver outstanding client service at all times. On a day-to-day basis, AVPs are focused on completing appraisals with their team, managing client communication, collecting and confirming market data, and supporting leadership initiatives.

Job Duties & Responsibilities 

Appraising Expertise 

Impart their industry expertise to pod members

• Specialize in a particular asset type or geography, and share knowledge with colleagues 

• Demonstrate expert knowledge of designated asset types

• Remain current on laws and regulations for the designated geographic area(s)

• Advise pod on changes in policies and procedures

Report Production 

Oversee pod’s pace of  production of complete appraisal reports

• Independently and competently inspect properties 

• Be fully trained on and engaged in using Bowery technology 

• Maintain an acceptable reviewer quality score 

Customer Service 

Maintain consistent execution of  Bowery Customer Services Practices 

• Deliver reports on time or early to clients

• Compose emails to clients that are clear and have a friendly tone 

• Work to develop relationships with internal and external colleagues

Training and Development 

Regularly provide performance feedback for pod members

• Remain current on Bowery and appraisal industry practices and technology 

• Regularly attend Bowery Way presentations as well as office and team meetings 

• Draw on previous experiences to guide training initiatives for pod

• Identify and communicate opportunities for increasing efficiencies in report writing 

Minimum Requirements 

• At least 6+ years of appraisal experience

• A minimum of 3 years of independently producing appraisal reports for review

• State licensure is required

• MAI licensure preferred

• Advanced market knowledge of multiple asset types

• Advanced appraisal knowledge as it relates to specific US states and geographies

• Bachelor’s degree; in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or related area. 

Job-Specific Skills, Knowledge, & Behavior 

• Strong analytical abilities & customer service focus

• A self-starter mentality and experience taking ownership of projects with limited direction

• Ability to thrive in a low-ego, highly-collaborative work environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent time management and organization skills, as well as the ability to execute multiple projects with overlapping timelines