3 - Appraisal Review Support Specialist

Kennebunk Savings operates on the shared belief that Helping One Another Is the Right Thing To Do.Our Core Values – Trust, Integrity, Proactive and Empathy provide the guide posts for how we support that belief. They guide our day to day actions – from the way we build relationships, to how we make decisions and problem solve, to how we interact with one another. Our Core Values form the foundation of our culture. Embodying them forms the basis of what makes for a successful employee at Kennebunk Savings. Scope of Work: Under the guidance of the Appraisal Team Lead, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the coordination of the Bank’s appraisal management function to ensure its independence and conformance to regulatory requirements/guidance.  Primary duties include administrative assistance with the management of the appraisal functions in the Bank.   Essential Functions (3): Administrative Support to the Appraisal Team Lead: Creates and manages the recordkeeping of appraisal work files Drafts vendor correspondence and file memorandums, as needed Manages the Appraisal Administration Process: Provides data input and maintenance of ValuTrac order records Creates or requests reports from ValuTrac and other platforms to assist in the review of vendor work Assists with the overall collateral valuation process and procedures Assists in the communication between third-party valuation vendors, lending teams, and borrowers Manages Approved Appraiser Panels: Communicates and coordinates with third party vendors regarding the requirements for inclusion on the Approved Appraiser Panels Monitors licensing status of Panel members with the State of Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, Board of Real Estate Appraisers Assists the Appraisal Team Lead with the annual review of the Appraisal Panel performance   Other Duties & Responsibilities: Promotes the Kennebunk Savings Brand by recommending our products and services, supporting our community focus & commitment to being a premier employer Understands, supports and adheres to applicable organizational policies/procedures and state/federal regulations Consistently emphasizes the importance of teamwork in the department and company at large Responsible for keeping abreast of company news and information Responsible for completing required training and policy review May serve on various committees Willingness to take on additional tasks and duties   Desired Certifications & Licenses: Not applicable Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of York County, ME and Seacoast, NH real estate market is preferred Familiarity with banking regulations pertaining to real estate valuation including FDICIA, FIRREA, and Interagency Guidelines is preferred; Displays high level of regard for trust and confidentiality Proficient in Microsoft Office Products Displays strong written and verbal communication skills Displays strong organization skills and the ability to multi-task to meet established deadlines Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Effectively uses analytical skills to solve technical, as well as, non-technical problems Ability to adapt to change   Desired Job Experience 2 years of commercial real estate or commercial real estate lending experience is preferred Experience in a professional, service focused, and fast-paced environment Desired Education High school or General Education Diploma   Working Conditions & Minimum Physical Requirements Physical surroundings are generally pleasant and comfortable with minimal exposure to injury or other hazards  Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment Lifting and moving of moderately heavy objects on occasion Normally seated for extended periods of time   External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or Maine/New Hampshire Human Rights Commissions, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.   Last Updated 12/18/24

Salary : $20 - $24