Illinois State Certified General Real Estate Appraisers

Work Remotely or In the Downtown Chicago Office.

Joseph J. Blake & Associates, Inc., is a national, privately held commercial real estate valuation and consulting firm with 13 offices across the US. Founded over 75 years ago, the firm is completely independent and is 100% owned by MAI designated practicing appraisers. This is an excellent opportunity for the right individuals in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Missouri Minnesota, or Wisconsin to progress in a profession that is seeing unprecedented demand (satellite office management opportunities exist for those in major Midwestern cities wanting to take on leadership roles).

Our clients include investment funds, pension advisors, lending institutions, public agencies, attorneys, mortgage brokers, and others. The Commercial Real Estate Appraiser positions being offered to qualified candidates involve the preparation of narrative appraisals and consulting reports for a wide variety of real estate asset types, including office buildings, multi-unit residential properties, retail properties, industrial properties, lodging and special use properties. The candidates will have the opportunity to develop or sharpen their existing professional skills through Senior Director mentoring, training, and hands on experience valuing a broad spectrum of commercial property types which is the linchpin to real estate development and investment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate and complete multiple appraisal assignments on complex commercial properties
• Utilize Argus DCF, AE and Excel to develop cash flow models and other analyses in valuing various property types
• Gather comparable commercial real estate data (lease, sale, investment criteria, etc.) and research market trends · Identify the key characteristics of the property type under analysis and evaluate the property's past and potential future financial performance
• Communicate and advise clients, principally consisting of lending institutions, pension funds, pension funds, attorneys and other real estate professionals

Qualifications/Experience:

• Ethics and Independence
• Certified General Real Estate Appraisal License in IL, IN, MN, OH, WI, MI, MO, KS or IA (MAI Designation a plus)
• Some exposure or proficiency in Argus and MS Office (Excel and Word)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Research skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to deal and the ability to manage multiple assignments
• Ability to establish priorities, take initiative, work under time constraints, and exercise sound judgement

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$65,000 - $110,000 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60603