Public Real Estate Appraiser for Transportation Projects

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation seeks a Real Estate Appraiser to support highway projects by researching property details, conducting site visits, and developing fair, accurate appraisals that reflect true market conditions.

You will communicate with property owners, legal staff, officials, and claim settlement agents, perform damage estimates, and ensure acquisitions meet legal standards.

Qualifications

• This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser certification.
• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Property Research: Investigate ownership records, easements, covenants, and deed descriptions to understand all relevant details
• Site Evaluation: Visit affected properties and collect information relating to market value, depreciation, liens, judgments, and property features
• Valuation Methods: Apply appropriate appraisal methods to establish accurate property values
• Damage Assessment: Assist with preparing damage estimates and support project staff through appraisal reviews and analyses
• Market Analysis: Develop market value estimates by reviewing comparable sales, zoning restrictions, market trends, and environmental factors
• Stakeholder Support: Provide clear information to property owners, legal staff, municipal officials, and claim settlement agents

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation seeks a Real Estate Appraiser to support highway projects by researching property details, conducting site visits, and developing fair, accurate appraisals that reflect true market conditions.

You will communicate with property owners, legal staff, officials, and claim settlement agents, perform damage estimates, and ensure acquisitions meet legal standards.