Real Estate Appraiser

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Real Estate Appraiser

Salary

$49,839.00 - $75,795.00 Annually

Location

Montgomery County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2024-83781-17161

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 600

Opening Date

05/13/2024

Closing Date

5/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

17161

Position Number

00200774

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00080600

Bureau / Division

Transportation, District 6-0

Worksite Address

7000 Geerdes Boulevard

City

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19406

Contact Name

Walter Kalusz, Vernesa Brodie

Contact Email

[email protected], [email protected]

Description

Benefits

Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation's District 6-0 Engineering Office is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Real Estate Appraiser vacancy! If you are a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, is organized, and pays attention to details, this may be the position for you. Apply Today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As part of this role, your main responsibility will be to evaluate residential land and properties with one-to-four dwelling units for the purpose of acquiring right-of-way for highway improvements. It is crucial that your appraisals accurately reflect the fair market value and just compensation for any damages incurred. Additionally, you will need to ensure that these appraisals are completed within the specified timeframe to meet the schedules for letting.

In order to carry out your appraisals effectively, you will need to conduct thorough research on courthouse records to determine the type of ownership, easements, and other covenants associated with the properties. It will also be necessary for you to carefully read and comprehend deed descriptions. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to visit the affected properties and interview the owners to gather any additional information that may be required to ensure a comprehensive appraisal. This includes details such as fair market value, depreciation, liens, judgments, gas and mineral rights, and any damages that may have occurred.

Another important aspect of your role will involve determining the appropriate methods and techniques to derive accurate property values for the affected properties. This will require you to carefully inventory all improvements made to the properties, including any modifications completed by the owners since the original purchase. Additionally, you will need to gather any supplementary information that can support and validate your appraisal reports. In some cases, you may also be required to review and update previously completed appraisals up until the date of the Declaration of Taking, which is prior to the Board of View Hearing or Court Trial.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00200774) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment.

Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time upon successful completion of probationary period. Schedule is still to be determined. 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 King of Prussia.

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

Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser certification.

This position requires an active Pennsylvania Certified General Real Estate Appraiser certification within 2 years of employment.

This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications 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.

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.

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:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

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Health Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

Yes

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Do you possess an active Pennsylvania Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser certification?

Yes

No

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If Yes, please provide which certification you possess, the certification number, and the expiration date in the text box below. If no, please type N/A in the text box below.

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Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

Yes

No

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If you answered yes, please provide the issuing state, expiration date, and license number. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov