Appraisal Coordinator

Where you will work: This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% remote and is open to any Compeer office location in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

The contributions you will make:

This role is responsible for coordinating property site inspections, supporting collateral documentation processes, managing appraisal-related accounts receivable, and coordinating construction-related inspection activities in support of lending and leasing functions. Ensures seamless execution through accurate documentation and timely communication across internal teams and external stakeholders.

A typical day:

Site Inspection Coordination

• Coordinates and schedules property site inspections for underwriting, monitoring, or collateral verification purposes.
• Coordinates with borrowers, vendors, and internal teams to arrange property access for inspections and ensure timely completion of required documentation.
• Reviews inspection reports for completeness and documentation standards.
• Escalates identified concerns related to property condition, environmental risks, or collateral impairment to appropriate leadership.
• Maintains organized inspection records to support compliance and audit readiness.

Construction Services Inspection Coordination

• Coordinates construction-related inspections in support of lending and leasing activities.
• Communicates with borrowers, contractors, inspectors, and internal lending teams to ensure timely scheduling and documentation of construction progress inspections.
• Maintains the accuracy and accessibility of construction inspection records, coordinating timelines and documentation to support seamless monitoring and disbursement processes.
• Escalates documentation gaps, delays, or identified concerns to appropriate leadership for review.

Property and Collateral Operational Support

• Provides operational coordination support to lenders and credit staff regarding property documentation processes.
• Compiles and organizes appraisal reports and collateral documentation.
• Maintains tracking systems for property-related documentation and status updates.
• Ensures documentation aligns with established procedures and requirements.
• Monitors process timelines and follow up as needed to maintain workflow consistency.
• Screens incoming appraisal bid requests and assigns them to the appropriate appraiser based on geographic coverage and expertise.
• Ensures timely routing to support efficient scheduling and workload balance.

Appraisal Accounts Receivable

• Coordinates the end-to-end payment process for appraisal services, ensuring all invoices are matched to the correct loan files and processed according to established timelines.
• Investigates and resolves appraisal billing discrepancies by serving as the point of contact for vendor inquiries and internal loan team disputes.
• Monitors receivable aging reports to identify overdue payments, providing regular status updates to management and highlighting items that require escalation.

The skills and experience we prefer you have:

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Intermediate-level experience in operations coordination, appraisal administration, accounts receivable support, property-related processes, or construction documentation support.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a high attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Adequate computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and tracking systems.
• Proficient in software tools required for subject and sale mapping and technology used in the appraisal process.
• Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining an acceptable level of accuracy.

How we will take care of you:

Our job titles may span more than one career level (associate, senior, principal, etc.). The actual title and base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for variable compensation and other benefits.