Property Appraiser

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Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

Job Location:

4950 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
205 S. 17th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $68,049.80 - $78,049.80
Anticipated salary: $73,049.80
Grade: 22
Closing Date:
January 8, 2026

The primary function of this position is to provide timely and accurate real estate appraisal reviews of narrative right-of-way appraisals in support of both total and partial real property acquisition decisions. The appraisal reviewer is to determine if submitted appraisal reports adhere to and conform to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), as well as appropriate federal, state, ADOT agency statutes, regulations, policies and procedures.

This position will handle confidential division information and will maintain a direct confidential working relationship with division administration and management.

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 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, offices, and hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Provides guidance and mentoring to appraisal staff and consultants. Oversees project estimates and in-house appraisals to ensure best practices. Collaborates with R/W administration to address concerns. Reviews appraisal packages for compliance with USPAP, federal and state laws, ADA requirements, and ROW policies. Applies thorough research/review methods throughout 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.

• Uniform Standard Professional Appraisal Practices.
• Appraisal standards, regulations, methods and best practices.
• Federal and State eminent domain statutes and codes.
• Right of Way plans, surveys and roadway design & 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.

• 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, organization and prioritization.
• Project management and coordination methods.
• Personal computer software applications.
• Written and oral communication.
• Adjusting to changing priorities.
• Training and Mentoring staff.
• Technical writing. Managing multiple projects/assignments concurrently.
• Problem solving.

• Apply required knowledge and skills to meet Department and Right of Way Group goals and schedules.
• Speak publicly regarding Right of Way Appraisal and project management issues.
• Serve as an expert witness regarding…