Remote Real Estate Appraiser – Transportation Projects

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) seeks a General Real Estate Appraiser to perform detailed appraisals for statewide transportation projects, ensuring accurate and defensible property valuations to support right‑of‑way acquisitions.

You will develop certified appraisals, prepare reports in accordance with USPAP and agency standards, conduct neighborhood analyses, prepare valuation forms, document claimant contacts, provide testimony, and participate in trainings as required.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Certified General Real Estate Appraiser certification is required.
• Active motor vehicle license is required.
• PA residency requirement must be met.

Responsibilities

• Develop certified appraisals and estimate damages for a wide range of property types.
• Complete appraisal reports and problem analyses following USPAP and agency standards.
• Prepare valuation forms for property disposition using established approaches to value.
• Conduct neighborhood analysis, land sale reviews, and zoning assessments for waiver valuation.
• Recognize property issues, document claimant contacts, and follow required procedures.
• Provide testimony, attend meetings, and complete trainings relevant to appraisal work.

Skills

Appraisal expertise

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Review property information

Testimony

Education

Pennsylvania Certified General Real Estate Appraiser certification

Tools

USPAP knowledge

Job description

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) seeks a General Real Estate Appraiser to perform detailed appraisals for statewide transportation projects, ensuring accurate and defensible property valuations to support right‑of‑way acquisitions.

You will develop certified appraisals, prepare reports in accordance with USPAP and agency standards, conduct neighborhood analyses, prepare valuation forms, document claimant contacts, provide testimony, and participate in trainings as required.