Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $60,091.20 - $84,177.60 per year (Salary Schedule) 

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Property Office

Location: Augusta, ME 

Position Number:  02500-3359     

Opening Date: May 31, 2024

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Description:  

This is professional services work involving the completion of right of way appraisals for the purpose of acquiring property for departmental purposes. 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing, reviewing, and approving condemnation and related complex and noncomplex appraisals in accordance with departmental and state/federal policies and procedures, 
• Negotiations and relocation assignments, 
• Representing Right of Way at public hearings, advising attendees of the right of way process, requirements of valuation and compensation, and property owner rights, and,
• Participating in developing recommendations for administrative settlements pertaining to right of way acquisitions to avoid litigation.

Work requires a high degree of independent judgement and resourcefulness in making appraisals on complex properties of all types. 

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field AND four(4) years’ experience involving real estate negotiations, property title work, surveying, estimating, appraisal, real estate brokerage, assessing, or evaluation  -OR-  an equivalent combination of training, experience, and education, providing a knowledge of real estate negotiations, property title work, surveying, estimating, appraisal, real estate brokerage, assessing, or evaluation  -OR-  two (2) years of experience at the level of Right of Way Appraiser II (or equivalent in the appraisal industry)  -OR-  a Certified General Residential Real Property Appraiser (or greater).

Necessary Special Requirement:  Successful completion of the following Case Study Courses:  Real Estate Appraisal Principles; Basic Valuation Procedures; Basic Income Capitalization; Advanced Income Capitalization; and Litigation Valuation -OR-  equivalent of the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers or the Society of Real Estate Appraisers.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

May be required to obtain an International Right of Way Association Certification in one of the following disciplines: Appraisal Certified (R/W-AC), Negotiation/Acquisition Certified (R/W NAC or Relocation Assistance Certified (R/W-RAC) or equivalent.

Application Instructions: 

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email atjobs.DOT@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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