Performs all duties associated with appraisals, appraisal reviews and acquisitions affected by transportation improvements to include management of right of way appraisal team, in house projects, fee appraisers, fee review appraisers, design build team and local public agency projects.
This is a journey-level position.
Writes nominal and complex appraisals valuing real estate affected by the acquisition of right of way following SCDOT and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines, and Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Reviews complex appraisals per the SCDOT Appraisal Manual to ensure SCDOT and FHWA guidelines are met and ensure appraisals comply with USPAP. Performs cost estimates for Budgetary and FHWA Funding Authorizations and Waiver Valuations. Serves as expert witness and provide court testimony when necessary to determine market value for just compensation as required by the SC Eminent Domain Procedures Act. Assists Right of Way Administrators with Scopes of Work, and with the training of apprentice appraisers. Serves as expert witness and provide court testimony when necessary to support appraisal report of value.
Ability to write and review complex appraisals. Thorough knowledge of FHWA and SCDOT policies and regulations. Ability to interpret road construction plans. Ability to communicate effectively and to work with employees, property owners, consultants, fee appraisers, and attorneys. Demonstrated ability to provide expert testimony as a witness in court proceedings regarding appraisals written or reviewed. Highly specialized knowledge and experience in the appraisal field with specific experience in the appraisal of eminent domain acquisitions.
Must meet yearly continuing education requirements and be a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser as set forth by the State of SC Appraisal Board. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record. Successful completion of the required continuing education requirements as set forth by the State of SC Appraisal Board as well as the four-hour Supervisor Trainee Continuing Education Class. Successful completion of Appraisal Institute courses, National Highway Institute courses, and FHWA approved courses.
A bachelor's degree and experience in real estate appraisal, or an approved acceptable equivalence in accordance with State Human Resources Regulations. An appraisal designation may be substituted for the real estate appraisal experience.