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PROPERTY APPRAISER 4

Job Location:

Address: 4950-ROW PROJECT MANAGEMENT
205 S. 17th Avenue
Phoenix AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $68,049.80 - $78,049.80 
Anticipated Salary: $73,049.80

Grade: 22

Closing Date: 04/21/2025

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Appraisal Unit Supervisor, this position provides direction to appraisal unit staff and consultants, as well as timely, accurate and comprehensive appraisal review to ensure compliance with USPAP, federal, state and ADOT statutes, regulations, policies and procedures, and ensures the appraisal analysis supports and documents the appraisals.

Participates in identifying and implementing process improvements. Responsible for ensuring confidential R/W information is compiled to support acquisition values and timely project clearances. Expedites critical projects and ensures that Appraisal functions are finalized with no outstanding issues. This position maintains a direct confidential working relationship with
R/W Administration and Management and directly advises on outstanding issues.

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. The first six (6) months of employment must be in the office.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Provides guidance and mentoring to Appraisal Unit staff and consultants; Oversees project estimates and in-house appraisals, ensuring best practices are used. Works closely with the R/W Administration and Management and advises of any potential concerns. Conducts a comprehensive review of in-house and consultant appraisal packages to ensure compliance with USPAP, federal and state statutes, ADOT and R/W regulations and policies; applies accurate and thorough research and review methodology during 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.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge:
-Comprehensive knowledge of:
-Uniform Standard Professional Appraisal Practices.
-Appraisal standards, regulations, methods and best practices.
-Federal and State eminent domain statues and codes.
-Right of Way plans, surveys and roadway design and construction methods, concepts and practices.
-ADOT and Right of Ways rules. regulations, policies, procedures and best practices.
-Acquisition standards, methods and best practices.
-Project management and coordination methods and best practices.
-Problem solving methods, techniques, and best practices.
-Legal terminology relating to property and ownership.
-Training methods, techniques, and best practices.
-State and Federal standards and regulations.
-Real estate development economics.
-Design and construction technology.
-Computer software applications.
-Land use and zoning laws.

Skills:
Comprehensive Skills in:
-Appraisals development, analysis, technical review and best practices.
-Interpreting and analyzing complex property valuations.
-Understanding and applying federal and state statutes, regulations and policies.
-Developing positive working relationships and teams.
-Statistical data and engineering plans.
-Applying math in computing appraisal costs -Research, organizati