Appraiser I

This position is open to candidates from all states in the U.S.
  
About CDOT 
 
Are you looking for a challenge?  Do you have a passion for helping people?  Do you want to be part of a diverse team that is committed to making the transportation system in Colorado safe and efficient?  Then, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is the place for you! CDOT is devoted to incorporating technology, providing equal employment opportunities, developing leaders, and improving systems in order to provide outstanding customer service.  By saving lives and making lives better by providing freedom, connection, and experience through travel, CDOT is committed to becoming the number #1 Department of Transportation in the country. In working towards this goal, we believe every one of our employees plays a critical role. CDOT's core values include safety, people, integrity, customer service, excellence and respect.  Please visit https://www.codot.gov/ to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future!
 
In addition to a fantastic place to work CDOT offers a variety of benefits which include:

• Annual leave (accrued based on years of service, starting at 8 hours a month)
• Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Medical and dental plans
• State paid life insurance policy of $50,000
• Choice of 2 retirement plans
• 401K and 457 plans
• State paid Short Term Disability coverage
• Credit Union Membership
• Work life programs
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Training

This position works in the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Region 2 which has its head quarters in Pueblo, CO.  Region 2 encompasses fourteen counties in Southeastern Colorado.
 
The Appraiser I position provides condemnation appraisal services for real property interests being acquired for transportation projects, applying applicable State and Federal laws.  Duties include performing appraisals, learning and performing appraisal reviews with guidance form a senior level appraiser, cost estimates, securing contracted fee appraisal services, and providing advisory services to project teams, management, and legal associates.
 
This position will work throughout CDOT's Region 2 and, on occasion, may work on projects in other areas of the state.
 
Major duties and responsibilities: 

• Independently produce narrative format, eminent domain appraisals which satisfies all regulatory requirements (CDOT, USPAP, FHWA etc.)
• Identify the scope and resources necessary to complete specific eminent domain appraisal assignment.
• Complete thorough subject property inspections with the accompaniment of the property owner.
• Research the local and regional market for sales, rents, listings, market trends and influences.
• Confirm with buyer or seller all sales transactions intended to be used in the appraisal.
• Develop a credible highest and best use analysis with separate analyses on partial takes.
• Analyze data collected and develop a well-supported, credible valuation analysis using the sales comparison, cost and income approaches with reconciliation to a final value conclusion.
• Prepare or support others in preparing Waiver Valuations.
• With guidance from a senior appraiser, perform a detailed appraisal review, compliant with all regulatory requirements of appraisals being considered for basis of a fair market value determination and estimate of just compensation for CDOT acquisitions and Local Public Agencies using federal funds.
• Document the appraisal reviews on standardized CDOT forms and determine if the reviewed appraisal is accepted/ recommended, accepted or not accepted.
• Provide input to senior appraiser for Fair Market Value and estimate of just compensation for real property being acquired.
• When two or more appraisals are reviewed for the same property, provide comparative feedback to acquisition agents as to the merits of the recommended appraisal.
• Review and evaluate right-of-way and construction plans for understanding with project team members and inspect projects with project team.
• Participate in establishing critical dates and required time for completion of appraisals.
• Participate in establishing the quantity and complexity of appraisals required.
• Gather all project and property documentation necessary to determine the scope of individual appraisals.
• Participate in determining appraisal staff and/or contract appraiser resources necessary to complete the required appraisals/appraisal reviews.
• Understand and apply CDOT procurement policies and procedures in order to engage contract appraisers or other specialists as may be needed.
• With guidance decide the most appropriate procurement method (statistical PO, documented quote, Solicitation on BIDS) to engage contract appraisers while considering the number of appraisals needed, the schedule, and the complexity of the assignment.
• Provide all necessary project information and assistance needed for the selected contractor to successfully complete the assignment;
• Process contractor invoices in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Typical work schedule is from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
• Travel required during working hours throughout the Region.
• Approximately 2% overnight travel  to support appraisal needs in other CDOT regions.
• Required to drive CDOT vehicles.

The minimum qualifying experience must be specifically documented on your application.  Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application.

• Must have a current Certified General Appraiser License in good standing issued by any state in the United States. A successful applicant who holds an out-of-state Certified General Appraiser License will be required to obtain a Colorado Certified General Appraiser License within 4 months of the date of hire.

• A current valid driver's license is required for this position as it requires operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. 

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Appraisal or related designation with a professional appraisal or similar organization;
• Proficiency in eminent domain appraisal procedures and practices;
• Private and public sector appraisal experience;
• Experience using established appraisal data resources;
• Experience preparing or helping prepare with Fair Market Value determinations;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, including presentation skills;
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
• Skill and ability to negotiate to find mutually acceptable solutions, building consensus through give and take;
• Ability to partner with other CDOT stakeholders and staff, public and private agencies, professionals, consultants, special interest groups, elected and appointed officials, and vendors with sensitivity to their needs and priorities and in situations which may be politically sensitive;
• Strong time management, project management, and work scheduling skills;
• Excellent reasoning, analytical, and problem solving ability;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills;
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
• Strong ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Applicant Checklist: Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration.  Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email.  Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.
 
Complete Applications must include the following documents:
1) A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the link in this announcement)
2) A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (must submit online as part of your application)
3) A Written Narrative - The education, experience, abilities, and accomplishments listed in this announcement have been identified as critical to successful performance in this position. Your narrative should address your interest in and qualifications for this job with CDOT. Please be specific and detailed in describing experience, abilities, and accomplishments as they relate to this position's requirements and major duties as described in the announcement.  (2 page limit)  Please attach to your on-line application. 
 
Only complete applications will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit transcripts by the announcement close date.  Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. 

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application, but may be used to supplement information to the application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
 
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.
 
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement: 
If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants.  If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement applicant.     
 
The Assessment Process:  Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through comparative analysis of merit and fitness. Part or all of the assessment for this position will include a review of your application material. Applications will be reviewed by a Human Resource Specialist and/or Subject Matter Experts to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for the position. They may also use the application material to assess and rank applicants who meet the minimum requirements, to cut to a top group for additional assessment, or establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.
 
Be sure your application material specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Education and Experience Requirements, and Exceptional Applicant sections as listed above.  Upload additional pages if necessary to fully explain your experience and accomplishments. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any of step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
 
Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.

Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.

Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb.

The Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb/forms-2 . Any appeals must be in writing and received no later than 10 calendar days from the date the examination was administered.  Send appeals to the appropriate address as indicated on the Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form.  The above ten-day deadline and appeal procedures apply, as well, to all charges of discrimination.
 
ADA Accommodations: To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources at (303)757-9216 or the contact listed on this announcement as soon as possible to be timely for the assessment process. Any person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to participate in the hiring process.  The person making the request may be asked to provide additional information regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed which will be kept confidential.  Advance preparation may be required so requests for accommodation need to be timely for each part of the assessment.  

CDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO ASSEMBLING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE.

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