REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS NEEDED

PennDOT is in need of Real Estate Appraisers Statewide Real Estate Appraisers perform technical appraisal work in securing legal rights-of-way or acquiring real estate for other public purposes. They appraise all types of properties: residential, commercial, agricultural and special purpose properties using the three approaches common to real estate appraisals, i.e., cost, market and income. Salary Range: $38,475-$58,484 (starting salary is negotiable based on experience) Real Estate Appraisal Reviewers check the work of lower-level appraisers for appropriateness of procedure and compliance to agency guidelines and state and federal rules and regulations; provide technical advice to legal staff, and may serve as expert witnesses. Salary Range: $43,932-$66,778 (starting salary is negotiable based on experience) Chief Real Estate Appraisers supervise a staff of appraisers engaged in the above activities. They interview and recommend employee selection; plan, organize and assign work; review completed work; evaluate employee performance; handle work related employee problems; and assist lower-level appraisers in handling more difficult work assignments. Salary Range: $43,932-$66,778 (starting salary is negotiable based on experience) Necessary Special Requirements Real Estate Appraiser (17161) Possession of a residential real estate appraiser certification, broker appraiser certification or general real estate appraiser certification as required by Act 1996-71 of the Laws of Pennsylvania. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license is also required. Real Estate Appraisal Reviewer (17171) Possession of a general real estate appraiser certification, as required by Act 1996-71 of the Laws of Pennsylvania. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license is also required. Chief Real Estate Appraiser (17181) Possession of a general real estate appraiser certification, as required by Act 1996-71 of the Laws of Pennsylvania. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license is also required. Real estate certifications must be current at the time of application and at the time of hire.  Minimum Requirements Real Estate Appraiser (17161) Two years of experience in technical real estate appraisal work; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training. Real Estate Appraisal Reviewer (17171) One year as a Real Estate Appraiser; OR three years of experience in technical real estate appraisal work. Chief Real Estate Appraiser (17181) One year as a Real Estate Appraiser; OR three years of experience in technical real estate appraisal work; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training. Clarification of Requirements You may substitute related education for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Unrelated experience or education will not be accepted. To Apply: Visit the State Civil Service Commission website at www.scsc.state.pa.us to apply. The Real Estate Appraiser announcement number is 2010-124 under the Administration, Accounting and Fiscal Control section. The Commonwealth offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave. Pennsylvania is proud to be an equal opportunity employer promoting workforce diversity.