Residential Valuation Manager
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Role Summary At Associated Bank, the Residential Valuation Services Manager ensures all residential 1–4 family real estate loan transactions meet federal regulations and internal lending policies. This leader oversees valuation ordering, review quality, and vendor performance while guiding a high-performing team. The role offers the opportunity to shape valuation strategy, strengthen compliance practices, and develop talent across the organization.Key Accountabilities
Lead residential valuation operations to ensure compliance with USPAP, federal regulations, and Bank lending policies.
Oversee senior review staff and valuation leadership, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and development.
Manage third-party appraisal vendors to ensure quality, timeliness, independence, and service standards.
Partner with Credit Administration, Lines of Business, Compliance, Internal Audit, and regulators to address valuation policy questions and documentation requests.
Ensure audit readiness by providing complete, accurate documentation to internal auditors and OCC examiners.
Drive quality control efforts and assist with appraisal ordering and review during peak volumes.
Develop clear goals, foster accountability, and cultivate a culture of trust and continuous improvement.
Education & Experience
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, engineering, real estate, or equivalent combination of education and experience
10+ years of experience in appraisal, valuation review, finance, and/or real estate
Certified General Appraiser or Certified Residential State Appraisal License (within Bank footprint) by start date
Candidate of a recognized Professional Appraisal Organization (e.g., SRA, ASA, AI-RRS)
Strong knowledge of USPAP and federal appraisal regulations
Preferred
Master’s Degree in finance, accounting, engineering, real estate, or related field
12+ years of experience in residential appraisal, valuation review, and/or valuation team leadership
Member of a recognized Professional Appraisal Organization (e.g., SRA, ASA, AI-RRS)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
You’ll join a collaborative, values-driven organization where your expertise directly impacts lending quality and regulatory excellence. We invest in leadership development, professional growth, and building strong teams that make a difference. Bring your experience, lead with purpose, and help shape the future of residential valuation services.
Apply today to make an impact.
We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.
In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.
Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.
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Compliance Statement
Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.
Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.
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The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.
$96,950.00 - $166,200.00 per year Apply To This Job