Insurance Appraiser

What You'll Do

• C Conduct field appraisals of state-owned buildings throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• Determine replacement values for state-owned structures.
• Measure buildings, prepare scaled drawings, photograph structures, and collect detailed property information.
• Travel extensively throughout Kentucky, including frequent overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints with basic AutoCAD experience.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in commercial or property appraisals is preferred.

Why Join Our Team?

• Comprehensive on-the-job training.
• Opportunity to travel throughout the Commonwealth.
• Flexible work schedules that support work-life balance.
• Paid holidays and excellent state employee benefits.
• Meaningful work that helps protect billions of dollars in public assets.
• A collaborative team committed to innovation, customer service, and professional growth.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION: Must have two years of college.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of professional experience in real property appraisals, property valuation appraisals, property claims adjustment, real estate appraisal, drafting or Computer-Aided Design (CAD), mechanical or electrical engineering technician, or a related field.
• SUBSTITUTE EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Additional training in property insurance or real estate will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• SUBSTITUTE EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION: Professional experience in property valuation or in an insurance regulatory entity will substitute for the college on a year-for-year basis.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

• Extensive travel and overnight stay is required to conduct field inspections.

Probationary Period

• This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Gerry Hamilton at gerry.hamilton@ky.gov or 502-782-5421.

EEO Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D