BASIC FUNCTION:   The Senior Appraiser is a licensed State Certified General Appraiser, competent to appraise moderate to difficult real estate appraisal assignments.  The appraiser has the capacity to consult with staff and others regarding valuation problems and collateral qualification standards for Farm Credit loans. The Senior Appraiser is able to handle appraisal assignments including those that may involve pledged collateral for large or complex loans; loans in litigation, and acquired properties. Appraises increasingly difficult/complex real estate assignments; completes or assists on the large complicated real estate facilities. The Senior Appraiser may be accountable for mentoring, and training jun