Real Property Review Appraiser ISalary$64,984.00 - $104,954.00 AnnuallyLocationBaltimore CityJob TypeFull TimeJob Number4909-SHA-63-06-TC-10/24DepartmentState Highway AdministrationOpening Date10/24/2024Closing Date11/7/2024 11:59 PM EasternDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsDescriptionOPEN RECRUITMENTState Highway AdministrationReal Property Review Appraiser IGrade 17 (4909) SP# 24-63-06YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYSThe State Highway Administration’s (SHA) Office of Real Estate is recruiting for a Real Property Review Appraiser I in Baltimore City. This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum listed below. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.Nature of Work: This is the journey level of real estate work reviewing appraisals made for the partial or whole acquisition or disposal of real estate for the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). Employees make determinations and recommendations for the fair market value, just compensation, or highest and best use of real estate to be acquired or excess property sold by the State Highway Administration or other modal administrations within MDOT. These employees review appraisals made by Real Property Specialists and outside appraisal consultants furnished by property owners and/or attorneys or conduct their own appraisals. Employees in this class do not supervise but may direct the work of others assigned to assist in the appraisals.MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide."The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine’s Training APEX Awards for the fifth consecutive year."QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by two courses in real estate appraisal approved by the Maryland State Real Estate Appraisers Commission.Experience: Five (5) years of experience in the preparation or review of appraisals used as the basis for the acquisition or disposal of real property, including partial acquisition appraisals.Preferred Qualification:The ideal candidate should have the following :Possess a State Appraisal CertificationExcellent written and oral communication skillsNotes:Additional experience as described above may be substituted, on a year-for-year basis, for the required bachelor's degree. Provided the applicant has successfully completed the required real estate appraisal courses.Applicants may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under Minimum Qualifications on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience provided the applicant has successfully completed the required real estate appraisal courses.Licenses & CertificationsCandidate must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland.Additional InformationTO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resumeonly to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( must be submitted online by the closing date.If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:410-545-5554Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERSHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.Issue Date: 10/24/2024Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting: miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.01Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by two courses in real estate appraisal approved by the Maryland State Real Estate Appraisers Commission?YesNo02Do you have at least five (5) years of experience preparing or reviewing appraisals used as the basis for the acquisition or disposal of real property, including partial acquisition appraisals?YesNo03If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you have. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.04Do you possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland?YesNoRequired QuestionAgencyMaryland Department of TransportationAddressSee Job Posting for Specific Address to Mail an Application ------------, Maryland, ------------PhoneSee Job PostingWebsite verify your email address Verify Email