Appraiser - Division of Highways



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Appraiser - Division of Highways
Employer

West Virginia

Salary

$33,252.00 - $61,128.00 Annually

Location

- Various Locations, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

9141C

Department-lala

Division of Highways 0803-0803

Opening Date

03/15/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

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DESCRIPTION

Continuous Recruitment, Statewide:   The Division of Personnel anticipates several vacancies in the near future for this classification.   This recruitment is not for a specific vacancy but to generate a pool of interested applicants.   This classification has positions in every area of the state exclusively with the Division of Highways.  Make sure you mark in your county selection any county you would be willing to work in or commute to so you can be placed on the proper register. 

Nature of Work:
Under general supervision, performs full performance level work appraising residential real, commercial real, industrial real, natural resources or personal properties for taxation purposes or for various properties to be taken by the Division of Highways. Work involves the application of prescribed procedures and techniques on all appraisal work including independent selection of the appropriate appraisal method, research and documentation of the method and value submissions. Makes preliminary access cost estimates, serves as a witness in administrative hearings, Commissioner's hearings, and jury trials and prepares land and economic studies. Considerable travel is involved. Assist in training new employees. Appraisal work is subject to review by a Senior Appraiser or Appraiser Manager. Performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Positions in this class perform all types of appraisals independently or specializes in the work of a Right-of-Way Appraiser in the Division of Highways. Takings are whole or partial and not considered highly complex. Incumbents may be required to become certified as a Certified Residential Appraiser.

Click The APPLY Link Above To  Apply Online.  Do not use a paper application unless you cannot apply online. If you must use a paper application due to disability or other valid reason, please call our office 304-558-3950 (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM) for special instructions. 

IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You may attach a resume and other documents; however, you should NEVER enter "See Resume" on the application. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section. NOTE:  Jobs on your application that do not have a salary amount will be considered volunteer and will NOT be counted as qualifying. Estimate salary if necessary.

Eligibility Length:  This posting is for a Continuous recruitment because of an expected need for applicants.  Applicants will be placed on a database of eligible applicants for 1 year.  You will only be eligible for vacancies in counties you select.  After 1 year, applicants who remain interested in this job title MUST re-apply to be considered.  DOP cannot say with any certainty the location or number of future vacancies, only that the agency has expressed an anticipated hiring need.   If an applicant wishes more specific information about future hiring plans please contact the hiring agency directly. 

Job Interest Card:  You may complete an online Job Interest Card at our main jobs page to receive an email notice anytime jobs not currently available for application are posted.  Note:  ONLY recruitments not currently open will appear on Job Interest Card notifications so please check the current listings thoroughly to avoid missing an opportunity.

As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed which may include, but not limited to, criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, and education and training.  Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false and incomplete information, or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial of or dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when discovered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training:
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.

Substitution:
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis.

Experience:
Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid real estate appraisal, right-of-way acquisition or relocation or real estate management.

Special Requirement:
Selected positions may require certification as a Certified Residential Appraiser by the West Virginia Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board.

NOTICE:  If you are claiming college or other post-high school education, license or certifications; you MUST attach or provide by mail a legible copy of your OFFICIAL education transcript, license and/or certifications. YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT UNTIL VERIFICATION DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. To avoid missing a job opportunity, it is important that you provide verification immediately. You only have to provide this verification one time. It is not required with every application. Attach documents to the online application, or mail to: Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston, WV 25305 - FAX 304-957-0396

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Examples of Work:

  • Gathers residential real, commercial real, industrial real, personal property and natural resource data from court house records, property owners and from real estate agencies for use in making preliminary estimates of value.
  • Applies accepted appraisal methods to estimate the value of property being appraised; prepares a final narrative report of appraised values, including documentation.
  • Researches public land records to obtain information on property transfers to determine current real estate values and trends; consults local property owners and real estate professionals to verify property transfers, land values, economic trends and other pertinent information.
  • Trains other employees in appraisal methodology or instructs county assessor offices in their administrative duties comprised of residential, commercial real estate and personal property appraisal; prepares a final narrative report of evaluation performances of county assessors.
  • Reviews geologic data to establish values of natural resources property and mineral resources.
  • Testifies in court and administrative hearings regarding the value of property.
  • Makes surveys, examinations, audits and investigations on all classes of property in each county. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of professional real estate and/or personal property appraisal methods and techniques.
  • Knowledge of real property rights acquisition and right-of-way engineering and survey methodology.
  • Ability to draw final value conclusions and to document and testify to such conclusions.
  • Ability to apply professional appraisal techniques.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to train other employees and county officials in appraisal methodology and agency procedures.
  • Ability to prepare and assemble data for appraisal and tax studies.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, property owners, state and local government officials, and the public.

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Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits.

Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month)

Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state

government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or

promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit.

Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year.

There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate.

Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act.

Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes.

Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives.

For more information about benefits visit our

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Please list your highest level of education completed.
  • No formal education
  • High School or GED
  • Business or Vocational School
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree
02
If you graduated college what is your official major as listed on your transcript? Board of Regents Degrees should list their major as a Board of Regents. List each degree separately and if you do not have a degree, list N/A.
03
Are any of the positions listed on your application NON-PAID positions? If so please list them below. If all positions on your application are paid employment please put N/A. West Virginia requires applicants to identify those positions that are completed on a volunteer basis from those that are paid employment. This information WILL be checked for all hires to verify its accuracy. Misrepresentation is grounds for register removal, dismissal, and/or barring from all future state employment.
04
How many years of work experience do you have that is related to the acquisition or appraisal of real estate? Such experience could include real estate appraisal or appraisal review, negotiation, real estate management, relocation, or right-of-way experience. Note: Any experience claimed must be shown in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of the application to receive credit.
  • 0 to less than 1 year of work experience
  • 1 but less than 3 years of work experience
  • 3 but less than 5 years of work experience
  • 5 or more years of work experience
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This position requires completion of a property appraisal course from either a regionally accredited college OR approved by the West Virginia Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board. (Links to the Board approved courses are below). Have you completed a property appraisal course? You will have an opportunity to list course details in the following question. Traditional Appraisal Course Listing. On-Line Appraisal Course Listing.
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please list below the Property Appraisal Course you are using to answer the preceding question. List course name, hours of credit received, and course provider. Failure to provide any of the 3 details will result in application rejection. Example 1: Basic Appraisal Principles, 30 hours, Appraisal Institute On-Line. Example 2: REE 3043 Real Estate Analysis, 4 semester hours, University of Florida. Note: You must provide verification of any course listed. Official transcripts should be attached to the on-line application form. Applicants who do not provide transcripts will have their application placed on hold and be sent an email reminder.
07
Select positions may require certification as a Certified Residential Appraiser by the West Virginia Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board. Do you have this certification? Note: Only a West Virginia certification is valid and this information will be checked by Division of Personnel for all applicants.
  • Yes
  • No
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Pre-Confirmation Checklist Thank you for your application. Before you click confirm application on the next step make sure you have done the following (failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration): Transcripts In order to receive credit for any post high school education, verification is required. Non-verified education cannot be used in the evaluation of your application. You will not be considered for employment until verification is received. Veteran's Preference Points If you are requesting Veteran's Preference points, you must submit the necessary documentation. If you do not, points will not be provided. Click here for information on Veteran's Preference and what documentation is required. Work Experience List the entirety of your work history in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application along with a detailed (4-5 sentences) duty description of each position. Applicants who do this consistently score higher than those who do not. DO NOT upload a resume in lieu of filling out this section. Salary Specify a salary for all paid employment. Supplemental Questions The Supplemental Questions are used to help evaluate your application; however, they are used in combination with other information sources. DOP reserves the right to alter any supplemental whose answer is not supported by other sources (transcripts, applications, etc.) In particular, any supplemental question that asks about prior work experience must be reflected in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application to receive credit. An answer to a question that is not supported will be altered to reflect the WORK EXPERIENCE section.
  • I have read the above checklist and understand failure to follow the above guidelines may result in a lowered application score or my application being rejected.

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