APPRAISAL UNIT SUPERVISOR (REALTY SPECIALIST IV)

State of Illinois; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid scheduling

Health insurance

Pension Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Sick leave

Vacation days

Personal days

Holidays

Job summary

State of Illinois is seeking to hire an Appraisal Unit Supervisor (Realty Specialist IV) in Peoria, IL. The role focuses on providing appraisal services for land acquisitions across the district and involves hybrid in-office schedules.

The position requires college-level coursework in engineering/related fields or equivalent real estate experience, with strong knowledge of USPAP and eminent domain processes.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in engineering or related field plus relevant experience.
• Four years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Accomplishes valuation work to avoid delaying construction contract lettings.
• Ensures all appraisals and waiver valuations are according to regulations and compensate fairly.
• Performs appraisal assignments and valuation analyses as needed.
• Provides expertise, certification-review and acceptance to LPAs in land acquisition.
• Reviews and recommends to the Special Assistant Attorney General in eminent domain; may testify as expert witness.
• LPA liaison for review/certification of local projects involving federal funds and land acquisition.
• Follows safety policies and ensures fair treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Team development

Education

Two years of college in engineering/related field plus work experience

Four years of professional experience in real estate/land acquisition

Job description

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APPRAISAL UNIT SUPERVISOR (REALTY SPECIALIST IV)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:59913 IPR# 26-01759
Opening Date:10/27/2026
Closing Date:11/12/2026
Agency:Department of Transportation
Position Title:Realty Specialist IV
Salary:Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5,432 Monthly; Full Range: $ 5,432 - $ 9,713 Monthly
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies:1
Bargaining Unit:NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Work Location: 401 Main St, Peoria, Illinois, 61602

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 3/District 4/Bureau of Program Development

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for providing appraisal services for all land and interest in land acquired by the district.

Essential Functions

• Accomplishes the valuation work to avoid delaying construction contract lettings.
• Ensures that all appraisals and waiver valuations prepared and reviewed are according to the applicable regulations and that the valuation is fair and just compensation.
• Performs appraisal assignments and valuation analyses, as needed.
• Provides expertise, certification-review and acceptance to various Local Public Agencies (LPA) engaged in the acquisition of right of way.
• Performs reviews and offers recommendations to Special Assistant Attorney's General in eminent domain cases. Serve as an expert witness as needed.
• Serve as the LPA liaison for review and certification of local projects involving federal funds and land acquisition.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety policies. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of two years of college majoring in engineering, construction management, or related fields PLUS three years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, property management, or relocation assistance or a combination thereof; OR four years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, property management or relocation assistance or a combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of real estate appraisal principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of Eminent Domain, Right of Way Acquisition, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ability to perform and review complex real property appraisals and waiver valuations.
• Knowledge of Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), Uniform Act. Requirements, and department policies.
• Supervisory Leadership, Employee Development, and Performance Management.
• Analytical decision-making and independent professional judgment.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to serve as an expert witness and effectively represent the Department before property owners, attorneys, Local Public Agencies, and the courts.

Conditions of Employment

• Districtwide travel is required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non- State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Appraisal Unit Supervisor.

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources