Right of Way Appraiser II

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

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About The Position

This is professional services work involving the completion of right of way appraisals for the purpose of acquiring property for departmental purposes. Positions at this level perform less complicated appraisal assignments generally involving single family properties, strips of land or easements. Responsibilities may include negotiation and relocation assignments.

Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in a related field AND two (2) years experience involving real estate negotiations, property title work, surveying, estimating, appraisal, real estate brokerage, assessing, or evaluation OR an equivalent combination of training, experience, and education, providing a knowledge of real estate negotiations, property title work, surveying, estimating, appraisal, real estate brokerage, or evaluation.
• two (2) years of experience at the level of Right of Way Appraiser I (or equivalent in the appraisal industry)
• a Certified General Real Property Appraiser (or greater).
• Successful completion of the following Case Study Courses: Real Estate Appraisal Principles; Basic Valuation Procedures; Basic Income Capitalization; Advanced Income Capitalization; and Litigation Valuation -OR- equivalent of the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers or the Society of Real Estate Appraisers.
• Candidates may be required to obtain an International Right of Way Association Certification in one of the following disciplines: Appraisal Certified (R/W-AC), Negotiation/Acquisition Certified (R/W-NAC) or Relocation Assistance Certified (R/W-RAC) or equivalent.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level