DE Certified FHA Appraisal Review Specialist

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You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system. Job Description: At Regions, the Residential Appraisal Review Specialist underwrites residential mortgage property appraisals. Primary Responsibilities Reviews and decisions incoming appraisals Ensures accuracy, quality, and compliance in all documentation Follows up on appraisal revisions with appraiser or Residential Valuation Services Communicates with sales and operations partners Receives explicit instruction on filing, recording, and organizing documentation associated with appraisals Reviews Low Risk reports as determined by Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), Consumer Unit (CU), Freddie Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and General Anti Avoidance Rules (GAAR) scores May work with third party vendors in the execution of property appraisals for assets within the various stages of delinquency and default processes Reviews a mixture of Government Appraisals and Conventional/Portfolio Appraisals Provides advice and guidance to less experienced associates as needed Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices This position requires the tracking of time and is eligible for overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Requirements High School Diploma or GED Two (2) years of appraisal review experience or Federal Housing Administration (FHA)/Veterans Affair (VA) designation Skills and Competencies Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance Knowledge of Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp (FHLMC), Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Veterans Affairs (VA), United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Portfolio appraisal guidelines Strong analytical skills Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills Strong work ethic and self-motivation Strongly Preferred: Direct Endorsement (DE) Certification Active FHA DE credential This position requires a minimum of three working days in the office. Position Type Full time Compensation Details Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position. Job Range Target: Minimum: $46,750.00 USD Median: $57,270.00 USD Incentive Pay Plans: This job is not incentive eligible. Benefits Information Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions. Paid Vacation/Sick Time 401K with Company Match Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Disability Benefits Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Associate Volunteer Program Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser. Location Details Riverchase Operations Center Location: Hoover, Alabama Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.