Appraisal Specialist

Virginia-Department-of-Transportation; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Real Estate Appraiser to perform specialized duties in accordance with USPAP, state law and VDOT policies. The role includes preparing appraisals, reviewing appraisals for accuracy, and handling plan reviews to determine appraisal needs.

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to obtain an Appraiser License/Certification, and knowledge of eminent domain and appraisal methods, with experience using Word, Excel

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a wide variety of individuals both orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Appraiser License/Certification.
• Ability to read and interpret highway plans and highway construction.
• Knowledge of various appraisal methods.

Responsibilities

• Appraisal Preparation: Prepare appraisals, sales research and summary for BARs as needed.
• Appraisal Review: Review appraisals for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance with USPAP, applicable laws and VDOT Policy and Procedures. Prepare review appraisals with recommendation based on this review.
• Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
• Plan Reviews: Review plans for the purpose of determining appraisal needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Dispute resolution

Real estate appraisal knowledge

Reading highway plans

Eminent domain knowledge

Education

Appraiser License/Certification

Certified General Real Estate Appraiser

Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser

Right of Way Appraising knowledge

Tools

Word

Excel

Adobe

Job description

Perform special duties as assigned. Prepare appraisals as assigned in compliance with USPAP, State Law, and VDOT Policies and Procedures.

How you will contribute:

• Appraisal Preparation: Prepare appraisals, sales research and summary for BARs as needed.
• Appraisal Review: Review appraisals for accuracy, reasonableness, and compliance with appropriate appraisal application and USPAP, applicable laws and VDOT Policy and Procedures. Prepare review appraisals with recommendation based on this review.
• Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
• Plan Reviews: Review plans for the purpose of determining appraisal needs.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a wide variety of individuals both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve work-related issues and disputes in a professional manner and through established business practices.
• Knowledge of eminent domain appraising principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of software required to perform daily duties, such as Word, Excel, and Adobe.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a wide variety of individuals both orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Appraiser License/Certification.
• Ability to read and interpret highway plans and highway construction.
• Knowledge of various appraisal methods.

Additional Considerations:

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Real Estate Appraising or related field is desired.
• Certified General Real Estate Appraiser.
• Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser.
• Knowledge of Right of Way Appraising.
• Knowledge of eminent domain appraising policies and procedures.
• Licensed Residential Real Estate Appraiser.
• Skill in Appraisal Review.

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

VDOT Code of Ethics

Standards of Conduct