Appraiser 2025-00301 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4817806) Apply  Appraiser 2025-00301 Salary $24.78 - $27.53 Hourly Location Cheyenne, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-00301 Department Department of Transportation Division Department of Transportation Opening Date 02/04/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification LRLM07 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and make a meaningful impact as a Full-Time Appraiser in our Right of Way Program! In this vital role, you’ll ensure landowner rights are upheld while contributing to the Department's mission of providing a safe, efficient, and reliable transportation system for the public. Be part of a team that helps shape the future of Wyoming’s infrastructure, making a lasting difference for communities across the state. If you are detail-oriented, passionate about fairness, and eager to contribute to public safety and growth, we want you on our team! Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax. This position offers a: *$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility + Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance + Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance + State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) + Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Come put your talents to work for the benefit of Wyoming citizens and generations to come. Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4356 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. + Prepares and submits written evaluation reports on projects that require applying theory and techniques of the Direct Sales Comparison, Cost, and Income Approaches to value + Researches areas in the State of Wyoming for real estate market data such as comparable sales, rents, property leases, subdivision analysis, capitalization rates, absorption rates, comparable rents, development costs, and any other data needed in completing the appraisal + Provides information and assistance to the public regarding agency appraisal policies and procedures + Attends a variety of meetings, including public hearings, staff meetings, and plan inspection meetings + Meets directly with landowners or their representatives regarding construction impacts on their properties, explains the appraisal process, and an overview of right of way acquisition function within the Wyoming Department of Transportation + Serves as the first contact with a Landowner and works with them to constructively solve problems and anticipate and diffuse any potential issues before the acquisition phase of the project + Compiles comparable property data, including sales, listings, offerings, vacancies, cost and depreciation, income and expenses, capitalization rates, etc. + Inspect subject properties and compare with various land uses to determine how the elements of comparison affect the overall valuation of the properties + Determines the highest and best use of the subject properties taking into account the current use and ideal use + Interprets legal real property conveyances and agreements + Ensures compliance with Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and federal and state appraisal guidelines + Researches county records for local market data and landowner property information + Consults with the area WYDOT Resident Engineer and Right of Way Project Manager to develop project cost estimates, including acquisition, relocation, and labor needed to clear projects for construction + Testifies in court as an official expert witness and provides consultation to state attorneys as requested + Determines possible damages and acquires cost-to-cure estimates from local builders and contractors + Determines the difference between owner and tenant improvements + Acquires right of way for highway and related purposes Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Agriculture, or Business with two (2) to four (4) years of progressive work experience in highway transportation, real estate, acquisition, or appraisal services. KNOWLEDGE: + Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written with a variety of people, including lawyers, appraisers, judges, city council members, mayors, county commissioners, corporation management, and various cultural differences + Ability to negotiate alternative resolutions that meet department and landowner objectives + Knowledge of the principles of property valuation, statistics, and economics + Knowledge of building construction + Ability to evaluate real property and the effects of highway projects on their value + Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and laws governing land transactions, water rights law, land surveying, eminent domain law, real estate laws, agriculture and business practices, irrigation, developing engineering plans, zoning, building codes, subdivisions laws, and mapping MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Specialist I OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Specialist I Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: + Must possess and maintain a current driver's license for moderate/frequent travel NOTES: + FLSA: Non-Exempt + E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities. + The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace. + Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus + Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment + Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent position + Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public + One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay. + Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date. + Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period. + If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back. Supplemental Information 045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Engineering & Planning - Right of Way Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities . Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!