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Reference #: 4551926 THE POSITION:

The Department of Transportation is currently on the lookout for a Chief Real Estate Appraiser to oversee the process of securing legal rights-of-way and acquiring necessary real estate for highway enhancements. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all appraisals accurately reflect fair market value, provide just compensation for damages, and are conducted efficiently to adhere to project timelines. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, don't hesitate to submit your application today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

In this position, you will be responsible for assessing the suitable type of appraisal required for every property and compiling the Appraisal Problem Analysis for both staff and fee appraisers. You will also be tasked with identifying instances where fee appraisers are necessary to finalize the appraisal procedure and will be involved in the contracting and selection procedures. Additionally, you will review the final appraisal reports submitted by staff and fee appraisers to ensure you are comprehensive, precise, methodologically sound, and compliant with state and federal regulations governing the implementation of right-of-way policies and protocols.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Oil City.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule upon successful completion of probationary period.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
• One year as a General Real Estate Appraiser (commonwealth title); or
• Three years of professional real estate appraisal experience which includes one year appraising all types of real property.
• Special Requirements:
• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Certified General Appraiser certification.
• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

T lecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
• If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.  No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test oncefor this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

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