William Scott McElveen
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Certified residential appraiser, growth-oriented, with over 30 years of diverse appraisal and management experience in West Central Florida pursuing a leadership position.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vanguard Emergency Services
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough disaster home inspections under FEMA's Housing Inspection Services (HIS) Program to ensure compliance and provide timely assistance to disaster survivors.
- Collaborated with Independent Contractors to deliver high-quality inspection services, contributing to expedited aid distribution.
- Utilized strong attention to detail and communication skills to accurately document inspection findings and recommend necessary assistance measures.
- United States, Remote
CEO and Owner
WSM Appraisal Service
Florida
07.2017 - Current
- Expertise in standard homes and unique, exclusive, and distinctive requiring extensive comparables research.
- Appraise properties with 20+ bedrooms and 20,000+ square feet.
- Average 25-30 appraisals a month.
- Serve a seven county area in Florida.
- Increased revenue by 40% from 2017 to 2021.
- Increased the number of AMC partners from four in 2017 to 14 in 2023.
Senior Floodplain Management Ordinance Administration and Enforcement
Tidal Basin
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Working with and for Pinellas County to review private appraisals as to their validity to provide assistance to FEMA for flood damage.
- Expertly review ACV appraisals.
- Partake in guideline setting for the ACV appraisal.
- Work on site to guide and direct county citizens on how to obtain a valid appraisal.
Staff Appraiser
Velox Valuations
Tampa, Florida
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Conducted residential appraisals in West-Central Florida, including Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, and Manatee counties.
- Selected as one of ten employees chosen for a pilot program for appraisal software development and refinement for Freddie Mac.
- Developed effective working relationships with 40 AMC partners.
- Consistently met quota, including the first month on the job.
Senior Review Appraiser
Chase
Tampa, Florida
02.2011 - 07.2017
- Comprehensive knowledge of national appraisal reviewing.
- Developed and maintained positive, collegial working relationships with AMCs.
- Small exclusive team member that handled appraisal reviews on a national basis.
- Extensive understanding of mortgage banking, FNMA, and USPAP guidelines.
- Investor Support
Real Estate Appraiser
WSM Appraisal Service
Tarpon Springs, Florida
01.2001 - 03.2011
- Prepared reports per requirement approvals.
- Organized and maintained documentation of all office financial reports.
- Responsible for all administration in accordance with legal requirements and customer specifications.
- Led negotiations of contracts and changes with customers.
Collateral Risk Analyst
Lender Processing Services
San Diego, California
03.2009 - 02.2011
- Analyzed a combination of data and analytics.
- Offered valuable market insight for portfolio monitoring and initial collections efforts.
- Managed accurate property values for the loss mitigation, foreclosure, and REO management processes.
Education
Associate of Science -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FloridaSt. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FloridaSkills
- National appraisal analysis
- Mortgage financing expertise
- Fannie Mae guidelines expertise
- Knowledge of USPAP regulations
- Office administration
- Financial management
- Operational technical expertise
- Customer service management
- Operational leadership
- Client relationship management
- Technology management
- Proficient in MS Office
College Education
- University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- St. Petersburg College, Clearwater, FL
Certification
- State Certified Residential Appraiser, Florida, RD0001869
- Understanding Unconscious Bias, Vanguard Emergency Services, 2024
- Cyber Awareness Challenge, Department of Defense, 2024
- Privacy at DHS: Protecting Personal Information, 2024
- Unauthorized Disclosure of Classified Information and Controlled Unclassified Information, OP5SEXT, 2024
- OPSEC Awareness of Military Member, DOD Employees and Contractors, OP5EXT, 2024
- Insider Threat Awareness, OP5EXT, 2024
- NASD, General Securities Representative, Series 7, 1997-1999, 16164
Professional Statement
Certified residential appraiser, growth-oriented, with over 30 years of diverse appraisal and management experience in West Central Florida pursuing a leadership position.
Timeline
Senior Floodplain Management Ordinance Administration and Enforcement
Tidal Basin
01.2025 - 05.2025
Vanguard Emergency Services
10.2024 - Current
Staff Appraiser
Velox Valuations
07.2023 - 10.2024
CEO and Owner
WSM Appraisal Service
07.2017 - Current
Senior Review Appraiser
Chase
02.2011 - 07.2017
Collateral Risk Analyst
Lender Processing Services
03.2009 - 02.2011
Real Estate Appraiser
WSM Appraisal Service
01.2001 - 03.2011
St. Petersburg College
Associate of Science -
University of Florida