MAI OR ADVANCED CANDIDATE WANTED TO ESTABLISH INDIANAPOLIS BASED COMMERCIAL APPRAISAL OFFICE

Joseph J. Blake & Associates is seeking MAI designated appraisers or advanced candidates to establish and manage a local Indianapolis area office to service existing clients as well to expand the firm's Midwest footprint.

Joseph J Blake and Associates, Inc. is a national real estate consulting and valuation firm with 13 offices nationwide and has been in operation for over 75 years. As a large private commercial valuation company and independently owned by appraisers, Blake provides appraisal and consulting services to a wide variety of private and institutional clients. Candidates will have the opportunity to develop professionally to their fullest extent in working for a partner-owned firm offering support and advancement not available at public or non-partner owned firms.   Partnership opportunities are also available for exceptional performers.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Client development, appraisal staff management, appraisal preparation and other related tasks will be the responsibility of the candidate.  Professional development in client relations and management will be provided by mentors within the firm.

We offer :

Competitive compensation (full-time)

Flexible hybrid and remote work options

Steady volume and diverse appraisal assignments

Direct mentorship and administrative support from our Midwest Regional Office hub in Chicago.

Ongoing training, support, and career advancement opportunities

REQUIREMENTS :

To perform this job, an individual should be comfortable with client development and client relations; the ideal candidate should have advanced appraisal skills and have the ability to develop, hire and manage professional staff.

A Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) from a four-year college or university is required. A degree in real estate, finance or a related field is a plus.

The applicant must have a state certified general real estate appraisal license (multiple state licenses are a plus) and hold the MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute or be an advanced candidate nearing completion of their MAI designation requirements.

Experience with Argus DCF and Argus Enterprise preferred.

The ability to manage appraisal staff and complete multiple, simultaneous projects with specific deadlines is a must.  Must have the ability to establish priorities and  verbal and written communication skills.

We offer a proprietary report writing program and IT support.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, HSA / FSA, 401(k), Professional Development Assistance.

It is the policy of Joseph J Blake and Associates, Inc. to base its hiring and promotions on merit, qualifications, and competency and that its personnel practices will not be influenced by an applicant’s race, color, place of birth, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran, or handicapped status.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.