Senior Appraiser, Property and Acquisition Specialist

Asian American Professionals, Inc.; Washington; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Asian American Professionals, Inc. seeks a Senior Appraiser and Acquisition Specialist to lead complex real estate valuations for department projects in Washington.

You will ensure fair, professional appraisals, align with state and federal rules, and advise managers on land and resource transactions. Responsibilities include scoping multi-project deadlines, preparing USPAP/UASFL-compliant appraisals, researching sales data, and maintaining relationships with internal teams and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, real estate, economics, accounting, or related field; plus 3 years as a professional appraiser or equivalent experience.
• Experience with conflict resolution.
• Experience with computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, GPS, GIS, Adobe Pro, etc.
• State certification as a General Real Estate Appraiser.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate demands from multiple real estate projects with deadlines and set timelines.
• Independently scope complexities and prepare USPAP- and/or UASFL-compliant appraisals and reviews.
• Research and verify sales data and state/federal policies affecting subject properties.
• Provide advice to Division Managers on land use and real estate issues.
• Maintain positive relationships with department management, project managers, agencies, and private industry.

Skills

Conflict resolution

MS Office

GPS

GIS

Adobe Pro

Education

Bachelor's degree (business/public administration/real estate/economics/accounting) or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GPS

GIS

Adobe Pro

Job description

Senior Appraiser, Property and Acquisition Specialist 5 (PAS5)

Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered
Salary: $6,542.00 - $8,801.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 10/15/2026. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Asset Management Division as a Senior Appraiser. This position supports the mission and goals of the DNR by ensuring that fair and professional valuations are conducted for all department real estate transactions requiring establishment of land and/or resource value, developing and implementing uniform valuation systems and procedures in support of department real estate transactions, providing professional advice and interpretations of relevant federal and state laws to project and department managers on land and resource transactions, and supervising the staff and activities of the department’s appraisal unit. The position serves the agency, including State Uplands Divisions, Regions, and Aquatics.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate demands from multiple simultaneous complex real estate projects with deadlines and prioritize tasks accordingly; develop and maintain timelines.
• Independently scope project complexities and prepare USPAP- and/or UASFL-compliant appraisals and review appraisals.
• Research and confirm sales data. Research state and federal policies, procedures, rules, statutes, land use regulations, and real estate matters that affect the subject property.
• Provide advice and counsel to Division Managers and transaction project managers on issues relating to land use and real estate matters.
• Maintain positive working relationships with department management, project managers, other government agencies, and private industry.

Required Qualifications

You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• A bachelor's degree involving major study in business or public administration, real estate, economics, accounting, or a related field; AND 3 years of experience as a professional appraiser; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience with conflict resolution.
• Experience with computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, GPS, GIS, Adobe Pro, etc.
• State certification as a General Real Estate Appraiser.