Appraisal Coordinator

The Appraisal Coordinator is responsible for managing and facilitating the appraisal process from order to completion to ensure timely and accurate loan processing. This role serves as the liaison between loan officers, processors, borrowers, appraisal management companies (AMCs), and appraisers to ensure all appraisal-related requirements are met in compliance with company guidelines and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced mortgage lending environment.

• Order appraisals through approved AMCs and appraisal vendors.
• Monitor appraisal timelines to ensure reports are received within required turn times.
• Communicate with appraisers and AMCs regarding scheduling, status updates, and revisions.
• Review completed appraisal reports for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinate correction requests and appraisal reconsiderations when necessary.
• Update LOS (Loan Origination System) with appraisal status and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with AIR (Appraiser Independence Requirements) and other regulatory guidelines.
• Collect and track appraisal invoices and fees.
• Provide status updates to loan officers, processors, and management.
• Maintain appraisal tracking logs and pipeline reports.
• Escalate delays or issues to management as needed.
• Support post-closing appraisal documentation when required.

• 1–3 years of mortgage industry experience preferred.
• Experience with appraisal coordination or loan processing strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of appraisal process and mortgage lending guidelines.
• Familiarity with LOS systems (Encompass, Calyx, etc.).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.