AVP & Commercial Real Estate Review Appraiser

Salary range: $125,000–$160,000, based on qualifications and experience. (On-site position)

Duties and Responsibilities/Results:

• Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of completed appraisal reports of income-producing properties, including multifamily, office, mixed-use, and retail.
• Ensure that valuations are reasonably supported, credible, and compliant with federal and state regulations, USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice), FIRREA, bank policies and guidelines, and industry standards.
• Opine on the overall reasonableness and reliability of the appraisal reports received.
• Review, analyze, render, and communicate decisions regarding the acceptance of appraisals performed by third-party vendors.
• Complete internal appraisal assignments for use in loan underwriting decisions.
• Conduct market research and provide analytical support to strengthen appraisal review conclusions, presentations, and broader CRE monitoring efforts.
• Engage in regular communication with and serve as an advisor to Loan Officers and Executive Management on appraisal and real estate valuation matters.
• Engage fee appraisers to complete appraisal/valuation assignments and conduct property site inspections as needed.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• New York State General Appraiser Certification License (Current and in Good Standing) is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of recent experience as a New York State Certified General Appraiser, appraising and/or reviewing complex multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial properties in the New York metropolitan area.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Reviewer must have strong analytical, written, and verbal skills and be proficient with New York Metropolitan Area Real Estate.
• Knowledgeable, experienced, and familiar with various property types, including office, retail, multifamily, and cooperatives throughout the New York Metropolitan Area.
• Knowledge of commonly used real estate database sources, including RealQuest, Comps Inc., CoStar, and Multiple Listing Service (MLS), is a must.
• Good organizational and management skills and ability to work independently.
• Software proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and Teams.
• Bachelor's degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to solve problems involving multiple facets and variables in non-standardized situations.
• Ability to manage time efficiently to meet strict deadlines.
• Appraisal Review experience within a regulated financial institution is preferred
• MAI or AI-GRS (Review) Designation is a plus.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field is preferred.