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RIGHT OF WAY APPRAISER II - 55007385 (BARTOW, FL, US, 33830)

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Requisition No: 884771 Agency: Department of Transportation Working Title: RIGHT OF WAY APPRAISER II - 55007385 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 55007385 Salary: $73,868.91 - $89,900.00 Posting Closing Date: 10/10/2026 Total Compensation Estimator <a title="Total Compensation Estimator" href="https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tool</a>STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION 155 / Right of Way INTERNAL AGENCY INTERNAL AGENCY: Only current Department of Transportation employees will be considered for this position CAREER SERVICE FULL-TIME CONTACT PERSON: Robin Clark CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (863) 519-2402 CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] HIRING SALARY: $3,346.15 / biweekly / $86,999.90 /annual Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available. Our Mission The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. Our Vision As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free. The Work You Will Do: Right of Way Appraiser II This position will prepare and review Valuation services reports to include highly complex projects. Review and offer input on reports and/or relevant work products provided by property owner experts on litigation and/or mediation matters against the Department. Coordinate with other offices to address and resolve issues. Participate and provide support, recommendations and valuation expertise to Department personnel in litigation and/or mediation matters. Notifies management of circumstances that could affect production schedules or court proceedings. Ensure conformances with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. The Difference You Will Make: Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. How You Will Grow: FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. Where You Will Work: FDOT Office of Right of Way 801 N Broadway Ave Bartow, FL 33830 Annual Salary: $86,999.90 Your Specific Responsibilities: prepare and review Valuation services reports to include highly complex projects. Review and offer input on reports and/or relevant work products provided by property owner experts on litigation and/or mediation matters against the Department. Coordinate with other offices to address and resolve issues. Participate and provide support, recommendations and valuation expertise to Department personnel in litigation and/or mediation matters. Notifies management of circumstances that could affect production schedules or court proceedings. Ensure conformances with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Procures consultant services. Make recommendation of valuation services assignments based on existing and proposed workloads and project complexity. Coordinate the activities of Valuation Services and consultants. Negotiates consultant and subconsultant hours. Develop appraisal scope of work for projects and parcel specifics on programmed projects. Review and approve invoices. Ensure data is entered into the Right of Way Management System (RWMS). Assist in the development of policies and procedures. Respond to public records requests and related inquiries. Ensure and monitor a Quality Control Program. Hold valuation training sessions as necessary. Interpret and communicate Right of Way policies and procedures. Participate in applicant selection and hiring process. Provide employee orientation and training. Monitor, train, and assist local governments. Represent Right of Way at public meetings/hearings and workshops, and similar forums. The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Knowledge of Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).</li> </ul> Skills in: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Skilled at written communication and production of quality appraisal review reports, memorandums, letters, and other business reports.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Skilled in oral communication necessary to relate, implement, and follow through on required actions.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Skilled in the use of personal computers, including a working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Skilled at both personal and project related planning and organizing. </li> </ul> Ability to: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to perform and review complex eminent domain appraisals. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to accomplish assignments with no or minimal supervision or assistance. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to understand right of way maps and highway and bridge construction plans, and understand the impact of a project on real estate values. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to suggest alternative construction locations or techniques that would lessen the impacts on affected properties. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to quickly assess factors that significantly impact recommended compensation, appraisal complexity, contracting and production processes. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to calculate professional staff hours required to appraise a specific parcel or property. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to identify, research and assess pertinent market data. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to form effective working relationships with numerous persons internal and external to the Department. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 3.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to quickly adapt to, and carry out, changes.</li> </ul> Other Job-Related Requirements: Responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of Section 215.422, F.S., related to State Comptroller's rules and Department of Transportation's invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures. 'Employees will be required to be responsive to emergency situations within a very short timeframe and serve in the Transportation Emergency Management Team (TEMT). Minimum Qualifications: Ten years of appraisal experience, or current certification as a residential or general appraiser. Graduation from the FDOT Real Estate Level III Training Program can substitute for seven years of the required experience. Post-secondary education can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy. An unacceptable driving record is defined as any of the following: <ol style="margin-top:12.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:12.0pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">three (3) or more moving violations in the past three (3) years that accumulate three (3) or more points per violation;</li> <li style="margin:2.35pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past three (3) years;</li> <li style="margin:2.2pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">a suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past three (3) years; and</li> <li style="margin:2.4pt 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">a suspension or revocation for refusal to take a sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction, in the past four (4) years.</li> </ol> Your driving record will be reviewed and the status of your driver license confirmed. <div style="border:none;border-top:solid windowtext 3.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in;background-color:white"> The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: </div> <table class="MsoNormalTable" style="width:473.25pt;background-color:white;border-collapse:collapse" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height:74.25pt"> <td style="width:230.25pt;padding:0.0in 5.25pt 0.0in 5.25pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Dental, vision and supplemental insurances</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">State of Florida retirement package </li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">10 paid holidays a year</li> </ul> </td> <td style="width:243.0pt;padding:0.0in 5.25pt 0.0in 5.25pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Generous vacation and sick leave</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Career advancement opportunities</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Tuition waiver for public college courses</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">A variety of training opportunities</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 3.0pt;padding:0.0in 0.0in 1.0pt 0.0in"> For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mybenefits.myflorida.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7CLisa.Hill%40dot.state.fl.us%7C1b05f6cc78404168722108d9f86420cb%7Cdb21de5dbc9c420c8f3f8f08f85b5ada%7C0%7C0%7C637813931195761858%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=3POI7SRd37PUUZjr%2BSFguwDJAZD%2FEhRwtT9rYeyz2PY%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/</a> </div> SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, provide a letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS, or provide other documentation as proof of an exemption. THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES. If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708. THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking <a href="http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545">here</a>. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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