Senior Appraiser

State of Florida Department of Transportation

Job Posting Description 976 / Office of Right of Way Anticipated Vacancy/Open Competitive Career Service Full-Time

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Senior Appraiser, Engineering & Operations, Office of Right of Way, Appraisal Section

This position supports the agency’s mission by performing quality reviews of eminent domain real estate appraisal reports for quality assurance purposes. This role also involves completing appraisal reports for internal use. Responsibilities include reviewing real estate appraisal reports, evaluating right-of-way cost estimates, performing quality assurance reviews of District Right of Way valuations, and leading Cost Estimate and Appraisal trainings for the Right of Way Training Program and Continuing Education for existing staff and consultant appraisers.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

Engineering & Operations, Office of Right of Way, 605 Suwannee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450

Annual Salary Range:

$78,000.00 - $84,359.60

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Assist with development and implementation of laws, rules, policies and procedures, user manuals and guidance documents pertaining to Appraisal, Appraisal Review and Cost in directing and participating in the development and presentation of training for the Right of Way Training Program and other training opportunities as valuation services reports.

Provide technical assistance to stakeholders. Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, legal proceedings, or testimonies to provide expert advice or counsel to participants.

Assist in directing the development and implementation of a Quality Assurance Program. Ensure that Districts quality control systems are in place and working effectively.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Department policies and procedures, state laws, federal rules and regulations relative to appraisal.

Skills in:

• In developing, planning, and participating in the Quality Assurance program for appraisal.
• Using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Ability to:

• Assist in development of training plans and administer training relative to appraisal, appraisal review and cost estimating for the Right of Way Training Program and other training opportunities as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work productively and professionally with others to accomplish goals.
• Analyze and interpret data.
• Research and solve problems.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• This position will be required to respond before, during and following emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or its equivalent. Post-secondary education can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Special Requirements:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

Veterans’ Preference

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.