Commercial Appraisal Reviewer

First Bank & Trust is seeking a qualified Commercial Appraisal Reviewe r to work out of the Corporate Center in Abingdon, VA.

Responsibilities include

conducting in-depth commercial appraisal reviews and findings, as well as working directly with loan officers to engage appraisers on a daily basis. The ideal candidate for this role is a self- starter, organized individual that understands the importance of keeping processes sharp. This person should have the ability to multi-task and provide above average communication skills through phone and email.

Prior appraising knowledge and experience is not required but is highly desirable for this position.

POSITION SUMMARY

Supports bank management and loan officers by providing appraisal reviews and related appraisal functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist credit administration department by conducting in-depth commercial appraisal reviews and prepares reports of findings. Provide approval of appraisers to do work for the Bank and maintains a list of approved appraisers. Confirm the approved appraisers license and E & O insurance are current. Recommend the bank’ services and products to the public.

Assist the credit administration department with the preparation of selected real estate related reports. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : High school diploma or equivalent - required Appraiser’s license - preferred Associates degree

• Accounting, Business and/or Finance - preferred Three or more years of banking or appraisal experience - preferred Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills Ability to handle confidential information Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team Working knowledge of how appraisals are prepared and the logic necessary to achieve a reasonable conclusion.

BENEFITS

PTO Leave is 20 days per year earned on a monthly basis First Bank and Trust recognizes11 paid holidays, when the holidays occur during the work week Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance starts the 1st day of the month after hire date Employees are automatically enrolled in the bank's 401K/ESOP Plan First Bank and Trust provides basic life insurance coverage equal to two times an employees' base salary First Bank and Trust provides long-term disability insurance coverage Normal work week is Monday-Friday 8:30 to 5:00 at the Corporate Center in Abingdon, VA.

First Bank and Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran