Real Estate Services Appraiser - Hybrid

Primary Responsibilities

- Perform real estate appraisals for transportation projects in compliance with WisDOT standards and federal regulations. - Prepare detailed appraisal reports for property acquisitions related to municipal and WisDOT projects. - Estimate acquisition costs and provide valuation support for project budgeting. - Collaborate with negotiators and project managers to ensure accurate property valuations. - Maintain knowledge of market trends and property valuation methodologies. - Ensure compliance with the Uniform Act, NEPA, and eminent domain principles. - Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

raSmith has a strong history of maintaining a people-oriented culture that provides a great work-life balance and a highly competitive compensation and benefit package. We support and encourage professional development opportunities and provide career growth charts for our supervisors and employees. Specific benefits include: - Hybrid home/office-based environment with flexible work schedules - Generous paid time off and 8 paid holidays - Paid parental leave - Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance - Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options - Wellness programs for health insurance savings - Identity Shield and LegalShield programs - Life assistance programs - Corporate wear reimbursement - Employee referral bonus - 401K plan with immediate employee participation and generous company match - Tuition and professional licensure/certification reimbursement program - Paid memberships to professional organizations - Paid seminars and conferences - A variety of mentoring and training programs - Company picnics, seasonal events, social, team-building and sporting opportunities

Skills and Requirements

- Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation real estate/right-of-way services with a focus on appraisal. - Wisconsin Certified General Appraiser required. - WisDOT-approved Appraiser preferred. - Familiarity with the WisDOT Real Estate Program Manual. - Strong understanding of real estate laws, eminent domain principles, Uniform Act, and NEPA. - Ability to prepare clear, defensible appraisal reports and communicate findings effectively. - Notary Public certification, or ability to obtain. - Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. - Applicable U.S.-based work experience.