What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chattel Evaluator position at agwestfarmcredit?
AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100 year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture.
AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West.
We are in search of a full-time Chattel Evaluator I to train for six months in Spokane, Washington (Headquarters), before joining our Chattel Services department in Pasco, Washington. Combining a designated coach and interaction with experienced professionals, along with customer visits, classroom and virtual learning, networking opportunities, and hands-on experience, you'll be prepared to launch your career at AgWest by the end of our six-month training period. This position is anticipated to start June 2026.
After an initial in-office training period, this position is eligible for workplace flexibility and a one-time home office stipend. Employees are expected to continue working from their office location a minimum of 50% or 60% of the time depending on location.
Compensation Information
The base salary range for this position in Pasco, Washington is:
Typical starting range: $64,000
Full base salary range: $60,000 - $99,900
Annual performance-based incentive target is 10% of base.
Relocation Assistance
$7,500 (gross) is available to relocate to the training location. Upon completion of the training period, additional financial assistance may be provided to relocate to the career start location. Candidates are asked to take this into consideration before applying.
Job Requirements
- Complete chattel collateral evaluations in adherence with sound valuation principles, valuation techniques and organization procedures; this involves on-site visits to farms and business operations to visually inspect and value machinery, livestock, and other chattel assets.
- Collaborate with AgWest staff, customers, third-party accountants, and others to gather relevant financial and collateral information required to complete an independent assessment.
- Analyze and interpret basic and complex financial statements, including opinions and notes, tax records, "in house" prepared financial statements and pro forma statements.
- Analyze and interpret cash conversion cycles for various agricultural industries and business models and reconcile with customer reporting.
- Verify customer accounts are in compliance with loan agreements, conditions, and covenants.
- Participate in assigned industry teams or industry task forces as needed; assist teams with detailed industry studies and maintenance of the organization's commodity price resources.
- Establish rapport with and develop/maintain confidence of customers and prospective customers.
- Performa all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with laws, regulations, and company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business or ag-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Licensed or ability to be licensed to operate a drone
Preferred Requirements
- General understanding of appraisal techniques and principles
- General understanding of appropriate loan documentation and covenants
- General understanding of local agricultural practices and crop and livestock production
Benefits Offered by AgWest
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)
- Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 12 holidays and 3 volunteer
- 401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!
*Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure.
Details about insurance and retirement benefits are available at: https://www.farmcreditfoundations.com/fcfbenefits
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Job level and starting annual salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, certifications/licensure, internal equity, location, business needs and market demands. The listed compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the posting date. AgWest reserves the right to adjust compensation for all positions and modify or discontinue benefits programs at its sole discretion, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation, national origin, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
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Salary : $64,000