Entry-Level | On-the-Job Training | Growth Path to Certified General Licensure | Collaborative Environment
Location
Kansas City
About the Job
At Valbridge Property Advisors, we believe great work happens through great collaboration. Our team operates in a true team environment — through weekly team meetings and ongoing collaboration, we work together to exceed our clients' expectations while actively fostering the growth and development of every team member. If you're looking for a place where your work matters and your career can thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
We are looking for a diligent and motivated Appraisal Analyst/Commercial Real Estate Appraiser Trainee to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with a Team Lead to lead the appraisal process from start to finish — analyzing, interpreting, and reporting on a wide variety of commercial properties. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to develop their expertise and work toward professional designation in a supportive, collaborative setting. This is an in-office position with eventual possibility of some remote work opportunity, based on performance and tenure. Full benefits package is included with this position.
What You'll Do
- Obtain an Appraiser Trainee license within 6 months of starting employment if you do not already have an active Trainee license.
- Prepare appraisals of commercial properties and land for bank lending, property tax appeal, eminent domain, and other purposes
- Lead the appraisal process in collaboration with a Team Lead
- Evaluate properties to establish market values and property ratings using internal and external sources
- Conduct property tours and interview market participants
- Manage various assignments, keeping multiple priorities on schedule
- Prepare clear, comprehensive reports that explain results and outline methods used
- Stay current with all relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in the appraisal industry
- Work toward obtaining Certified General licensure
- Participate in weekly meetings with your Team Lead, biweekly Team Meetings and monthly company-wide
- meetings as well as training opportunities
Participate in industry events and organizations to develop relationships in the commercial real estate industry
What You'll Bring
- Minimum one year experience in commercial real estate appraisal.
- Current driver's license
- Excellent communication skills — you can explain complex data clearly and confidently
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office; experience with ARGUS, CoStar, LoopNet, or similar platforms is a plus
- Familiarity with current industry regulations, rules, and standards
- Sharp attention to detail, strong self-motivation, and the ability to work independently
- A desire to earn the MAI designation is preferred and encouraged
- No visa sponsorship required. Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Why Join Valbridge Property Advisors?
- Collaborative, team-first culture with weekly team meetings and mentorship from experienced professionals
- Opportunities to grow your career and work toward the MAI designation
- Meaningful, varied work across a wide range of commercial property types
- A company that invests in your development as much as you invest in your clients
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid driver’s license
- No need for visa sponsorship