Chattel Evaluator

We are in search of multiple full-time Chattel Evaluators to train for six months in an ideal learning location before joining our Chattel Services department in Yuba City or Woodland, California, Twin Falls, Idaho, and 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. These roles will start in one of two cohorts beginning in either January or 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 60% of the time depending on location.

Compensation Information

The base salary range for this position is:

Level I:
Typical starting salary: $64,000
Full base salary range: $58,500 - $88,200
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.

Anticipated Training Locations

• Tulare, California
• Spokane (HQ), Washington

Job Requirements

• Complete chattel collateral evaluations in adherence with sound valuation principles, valuation techniques and association 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 association's commodity price resources.
• Establish rapport with and develop/maintain confidence of customers and prospective customers.
• Perform 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 Qualifications

• 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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