State of Wyoming
General Description
Open Until Filled. The Wyoming Department of Transportation is hiring an Appraiser in Cheyenne, Wyoming! Step into a pivotal role where your expertise helps balance the rights of individual landowners with the mission of delivering a safe, efficient transportation system for the traveling public. As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital part in shaping the future of Wyoming’s infrastructure while protecting the interests of communities the state.
We’re seeking a seasoned professional with training and experience in one or more real estate disciplines—such as appraisal services, acquisition, property management, relocation, or title work—who’s ready to make a meaningful impact. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving the public, we’d love to meet you.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the Old West's history. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Relocation Assistance
Hiring Bonus $2,000 Hiring Bonus
– See notes for eligibility.
Human Resources Contact 307-777-4356
Essential Functions
Appraises real estate for highway right-of-way and related purposes at a medium level of complexity
Prepares and submits written valuation reports on projects that require applying theory and techniques of the Direct Sales Comparison, Cost and Income Approaches to value
Research areas in the State of Wyoming for real estate market data, such as comparable sales, rents, property leases, subdivision analysis, capitalization rates, absorption rates, comparable rents, development costs and any other data needed in completing the appraisal
Gathers subject property data, compiles comparable property data including sales, listings, offerings, vacancies, cost and depreciation, income and expenses, capitalization rates, etc.
Inspects subject properties and compatibles visually with various land uses to determine how the elements of comparison affect the overall valuation of the properties
Applies proper appraisal valuation techniques, particularly in respect to condemnation wor,k which entails knowledge of the rules, regulations and laws governing land transactions, Code of Federal Regulations, FHWA, FAA, FRA, water rights law, land surveying, eminent domain law, real estate laws, agriculture and business practices, and irrigation
Ensures compliance with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and federal and state appraisal guidelines
Contact real estate professionals for information regarding local trends, including appreciation and depreciation
Serves as the first contact with Landowners and may work with them to constructively solve problems, and anticipate and diffuse any potential issues before the acquisition phase of the project
Acquires Right of Way for highway and related purposes at a medium level of complexity under the general supervision of a skilled Right of Way Professional
Contacts project landowners as well as other Right of Way team members, in the field or in office reviews, to explain highway construction plans, acquisitions, value estimates, possible damages, and unique issues with projects
Develops contractual agreements for the acquisition of permanent and temporary takings of the landowner's property
Interprets legal real property conveyances and agreements
Interprets engineering plans, zoning districts, building codes, subdivision laws, and mapping systems
Testifies in court as an official expert witness and provides consultation to state attorneys as requested
Examines legal documents and ensures a clear understanding of the document types, purposes, and effects; examines land survey maps and subdivision plats
Constructs title books/reports for use by various positions/departments within the Department of Transportation
Meets directly with landowners or their representatives regarding construction impacts to their properties
Travels to areas throughout the state in various weather conditions to complete job tasks
Prepares vouchers for payments, including computing pro-rata taxes
Meets deadlines critical to construction bid letting target dates
Performs Document Management, including closing and scanning completed projects
Preferences
Preference may be given to candidates with Certification in a Right of Way discipline or closely related field.
Knowledge
Knowledge of the principles of property valuation, statistics and economics
Knowledge of building construction
Knowledge of rules, regulations and laws governing land transactions, water rights law, land surveying, eminent domain law, real estate laws, agriculture and business practices, irrigation, developing engineering plans, zoning, building codes, subdivision laws, and mapping
Knowledge and skills in obtaining and analyzing comparable sales data
Skills in interpersonal communication
Skills in technical writing
Skills in statistical analysis are used in market research and as part of the appraisal process
Skills in decision-making and problem resolution
Skills in time management
Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Specialist.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Specialist.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Physical Working Conditions
Ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicles as well as all-terrain vehicles
Must possess and maintain a current driver's license for moderate/frequent travel
Notes
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
Employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
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We’re seeking a seasoned professional with training and experience in one or more real estate disciplines—such as appraisal services, acquisition, property management, relocation, or title work—who’s ready to make a meaningful impact. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving the public, we’d love to meet you.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the Old West's history. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Relocation Assistance
Hiring Bonus $2,000 Hiring Bonus
– See notes for eligibility.
Human Resources Contact 307-777-4356
Essential Functions
Appraises real estate for highway right-of-way and related purposes at a medium level of complexity
Prepares and submits written valuation reports on projects that require applying theory and techniques of the Direct Sales Comparison, Cost and Income Approaches to value
Research areas in the State of Wyoming for real estate market data, such as comparable sales, rents, property leases, subdivision analysis, capitalization rates, absorption rates, comparable rents, development costs and any other data needed in completing the appraisal
Gathers subject property data, compiles comparable property data including sales, listings, offerings, vacancies, cost and depreciation, income and expenses, capitalization rates, etc.
Inspects subject properties and compatibles visually with various land uses to determine how the elements of comparison affect the overall valuation of the properties
Applies proper appraisal valuation techniques, particularly in respect to condemnation wor,k which entails knowledge of the rules, regulations and laws governing land transactions, Code of Federal Regulations, FHWA, FAA, FRA, water rights law, land surveying, eminent domain law, real estate laws, agriculture and business practices, and irrigation
Ensures compliance with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and federal and state appraisal guidelines
Contact real estate professionals for information regarding local trends, including appreciation and depreciation
Serves as the first contact with Landowners and may work with them to constructively solve problems, and anticipate and diffuse any potential issues before the acquisition phase of the project
Acquires Right of Way for highway and related purposes at a medium level of complexity under the general supervision of a skilled Right of Way Professional
Contacts project landowners as well as other Right of Way team members, in the field or in office reviews, to explain highway construction plans, acquisitions, value estimates, possible damages, and unique issues with projects
Develops contractual agreements for the acquisition of permanent and temporary takings of the landowner's property
Interprets legal real property conveyances and agreements
Interprets engineering plans, zoning districts, building codes, subdivision laws, and mapping systems
Testifies in court as an official expert witness and provides consultation to state attorneys as requested
Examines legal documents and ensures a clear understanding of the document types, purposes, and effects; examines land survey maps and subdivision plats
Constructs title books/reports for use by various positions/departments within the Department of Transportation
Meets directly with landowners or their representatives regarding construction impacts to their properties
Travels to areas throughout the state in various weather conditions to complete job tasks
Prepares vouchers for payments, including computing pro-rata taxes
Meets deadlines critical to construction bid letting target dates
Performs Document Management, including closing and scanning completed projects
Preferences
Preference may be given to candidates with Certification in a Right of Way discipline or closely related field.
Knowledge
Knowledge of the principles of property valuation, statistics and economics
Knowledge of building construction
Knowledge of rules, regulations and laws governing land transactions, water rights law, land surveying, eminent domain law, real estate laws, agriculture and business practices, irrigation, developing engineering plans, zoning, building codes, subdivision laws, and mapping
Knowledge and skills in obtaining and analyzing comparable sales data
Skills in interpersonal communication
Skills in technical writing
Skills in statistical analysis are used in market research and as part of the appraisal process
Skills in decision-making and problem resolution
Skills in time management
Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Specialist.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Specialist.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Physical Working Conditions
Ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicles as well as all-terrain vehicles
Must possess and maintain a current driver's license for moderate/frequent travel
Notes
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
Employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
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