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Property Appraiser 4

Arizona Department of Transportation, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ADOT)

Driving the future of transportation with a diverse and innovative team

Job Summary: The primary function of this position is to provide timely and accurate real estate appraisal reviews of narrative right-of-way appraisals in support of both total and partial real property acquisition decisions. The appraisal reviewer is to determine if submitted appraisal reports adhere to and conform to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), as well as appropriate federal, state, ADOT agency statutes, regulations, policies and procedures. This position will handle confidential division information and will maintain a direct confidential working relationship with division administration and management.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. Job Duties: Provides guidance and mentoring to appraisal staff and consultants. Oversees project estimates and in-house appraisals to ensure best practices. Collaborates with R/W administration to address concerns. Reviews appraisal packages for compliance with USPAP, federal and state laws, ADA requirements, and ROW policies. Applies thorough research/review methods throughout the appraisal process.

Evaluates and resolves technical and complex appraisal issues with Project Team members, consultants, property owners, developers, attorneys, and appraisers, and ensures all project estimates are completed expediently and within standards.

Conducts special projects and studies as requested by management and assists the Attorney General's Office with litigation support. Attends and participates in professional development and other meetings as required. May drive a state vehicle in the course and scope of state business. Statewide travel and overnight lodging as needed to support all primary responsibilities.

Pre-Employment Requirements: Valid State of Arizona driver's license - This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans

Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans

Accrued vacation at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years

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