TDOT SENIOR ROW APPRAISER - 12232025-73617

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, KNOX COUNTY

This position is in Right of Way & Utilities Division - Region 1 - Preconstruction Appraisal Section.

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/ROW-Division-Region-Preconstruction-SENIOR-Right-of-Way-Appraiser-Final.pdf

This position has a starting salary of $7,750 monthly/$93,000 annually.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Possession of an active Certified General Appraiser License as issued by the Tennessee Real Estate Appraiser Commission; in addition, possess two years of professional experience performing review appraisals and general real property appraisal work.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid to operate vehicles in the State of Tennessee.

Overview

Appraisals are primarily requested, performed, completed and received by TDOT for use on funded transportation projects. They are obtained primarily for establishing fair market value of the property to be acquired, including determining any consequential damages to the remainder land or improvements, when applicable. However, some appraisals are requested and obtained for determining fair market value of surplus properties to be sold.

ROW Appraisers are responsible for performing appraisal reviews and, on occasion, appraisals of property acquired by the State for highway projects and surplus properties to be sold. An appraiser collects and analyzes parcel data leading to a value decision. Work functions include locating and gathering real estate market data; valuing land, improvements, and any damages to the remainder, if any; analyzing data and preparing findings; defending valuations; completing right-of-way cost estimates utilized for programming and budget purposes; completing and participating in the Preliminary Group Inspections (PGIs) and completion of PGI reports; and determining and addressing uneconomic remnants, including loss of access remainders.

A Senior ROW Appraiser performs appraisals and appraisal reviews of property acquired by the state of greater value and complexity than the TDOT ROW Appraiser. Employees at this level will possess the Certified General Appraiser's license and be able to appraise any type of real estate regardless of complexity or value. Incumbents for positions in this classification should possess the highest level of appraisal education and experience.

Responsibilities

1. Performs appraisal reviews and preliminary cost estimates. This responsibility includes reviewing complex appraisal analyses, reconciling valuation approaches, and completing preliminary cost estimates for funding purposes.
2. Manages and documents appraisal records. This involves gathering documents which support right-of-way appraisal decisions and entering data and supporting materials into necessary forms (Appraisal Review and Form 2), writing narrative passages (Final Determination of Values) and scanning documentation into a database for archival storage.
3. Conducts property appraisals and valuation analysis. This includes gathering documents, researching market data and comparable sales, applying relevant laws and policies, and defining appraisal problems to determine the market value of affected properties.
4. Acts as an expert witness in hearings and depositions. Testifies on behalf of the State and represent the appraisal findings in legal proceedings.
5. Serves as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders. Communicates and interprets regulations and appraisal processes for property owners, elected officials, consultants, and internal business partners through property inspections, local agency workshops, right of way public meetings, project public hearings, and regular project milestone follow-ups.
6. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and departmental guidelines. This involves adhering to regulations such as the Uniform Act and USPAP, conducting internal regional and local public agency quality control audits, ensuring that each appraisal is performed without undue valuation anomalies caused by project influence, and ensuring all appraisal actions conform to established standards and guidelines.
7. Oversees and evaluates consultant appraisers. This includes communicating project requirements, conducting training/teaching opportunities, evaluating project performance, and recommending hiring or termination decisions.
8. Provides project support and communication. Participates in public meetings, workshops, and project team activities, communicate project status, and coordinate efforts with internal and external partners.
9. Trains and mentors staff. Provides mentorship to coworkers, offer training opportunities to both internal staff and consultants, and attend professional development courses to maintain appraisal certification.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Instills Trust
2. Communicates Effectively
3. Decision Quality
4. Manages Complexity
5. Plans and Aligns

Knowledges:

1. Contract Management
2. Government Economy and Cost Savings
3. Uniform Act (PL 91-646)
4. Project Delivery Concepts
5. Design Plans

Skills:

1. Solving Complex Appraisal Problems
2. Financial and Advanced Mathematics
3. Writing Complex Level Technical Reports
4. Applying Transportation Engineering Principles
5. Interpreting Design Plans

Abilities:

1. Deductive Reasoning
2. Inductive Reasoning
3. Information Ordering
4. Mathematical Reasoning
5. Comprehending Access Management Rules

Tools & Equipment

1. Computer
2. Office and Mobile Phone
3. Calculator
4. Vehicle
5. Digital Camera