The Appraisal Foundation has begun its annual search for qualified candidates to serve on the Appraiser Qualifications Board and the Appraisal Standards Board.  Completed applications for these vacancies must be received by Aug. 1, 2012.
 
There is one vacancy on each board.  The Appraisal Foundation is always interested in expanding the diversity of its boards by considering applications from business leaders with an interest in valuation or individuals involved in various appraisal disciplines such as business valuation or personal property. 
 
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 prerequisite of service on the AQB, and a minimum of 10 years of appraisal experience is required.  The AQB meets up to four times per year for approximately 10 days in total and individuals serving on the board are compensated for their time and reimbursed for travel expenses.  Those selected for AQB positions will serve a term of up to three years commencing Jan.1, 2013.
 
The ASB is charged with developing, interpreting and amending the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. Familiarity with USPAP is a prerequisite of service on the ASB, and a minimum of 10 years of appraisal experience is required.   The ASB meets up to five times per year for approximately 15 days in total and individuals serving on the board are compensated for their time and are reimbursed for travel expenses.   Those individuals selected for a position on the ASB will serve a term of up to three years commencing Jan. 1, 2013.
 
Applications for the positions outlined above are now available on-line at The Appraisal Foundation’s website. 
If you would like to request an application via email or if you have questions, please feel free to contact Arika Cole (arika@appraisalfoundation.org). When requesting information on the applications via e-mail, please use the phrase "2012 AQB/ASB APPLICATION REQUEST" in the subject line, and please include your full name, email address and phone number.