WASHINGTON, DC–The Appraisal Foundation is beginning its annual search for qualified candidates to serve on the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) and the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB). Completed applications for these vacancies must be received by August 1, 2008.
Appraiser Qualifications Board: There are up to three vacancies on the AQB. The AQB is responsible for setting minimum qualification criteria for state licensure and certification of real estate appraisers and has established voluntary qualification criteria for personal property appraisers. Familiarity with appraiser qualifications is a pre-requisite of service on the AQB, and a minimum of ten years of appraisal experience is required. The AQB meets four times per year for approximately ten days in total. Individuals serving on the AQB are compensated for their time and are reimbursed for travel expenses. The individuals selected for the AQB positions will serve a term of up to three-years commencing January 1, 2009.
Appraisal Standards Board: There are up to four vacancies on the ASB. The ASB is charged with developing, interpreting and amending the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Familiarity with USPAP is a pre-requisite of service on the ASB, and a minimum of ten years of appraisal experience is required. The ASB meets five times per year for approximately fifteen days in total. Individuals serving on the ASB are compensated for their time and are reimbursed for travel expenses. The individuals selected for a position on the ASB will serve a term of up to three-years commencing January 1, 2009.
The Appraisal Foundation is interested in expanding the diversity of all Boards by considering applicationsfrom business leaders with an interest in valuation or involved in various appraisal disciplines such as business valuation or personal property.
Application packages for all positions outlined above are now available on-line at the Foundation web site. To find the application on the web site, please click on “Mission” in the far left column of the homepage and then “To Apply”.
If you would like to request an application package via emailor if you have questions please feel free to contact Anne Raley (anne@appraisalfoundation.org). When requesting information on the applications via e-mail, please use the phrase “2008 BOARDS APPLICATION INFORMATION” in the subject line, and please include your full name, mailing address and phone number.
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Contact Information:
Paula Douglas
Executive Administrator
202.624.3048
E-mail: paula@appraisalfoundation.org
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