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REAL ESTATE REVIEWING APPRAISER II, DNR

Appraisal Reviewer

Recruitment #23-002173-0001

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Introduction

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Land Acquisition and Planning. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

580 Taylor Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the Real Estate Reviewing Appraiser II job is to procure independent real property appraisals required by Maryland law and regulations, including the following tasks: 1) track requests from LAP Unit staff to procure appraisals for approved POS acquisition projects; 2) set up an appraisal work file for each new acquisition project; 3) develop/draft an appraisal services agreement applicable to each new acquisition project; 4) coordinate with LAP Due Diligence Coordinator to solicit appraisal bids from qualified appraisers on DNR’s Approved Appraiser List; 5) respond to substantive questions and inquiries from appraisers solicited to bid on appraisal projects; 6) track and manage deadlines (due dates) for all appraisals; 7) perform initial (basic) reviews of appraisals submitted to DNR (including follow-up with appraisers as necessary to identify and/or discuss significant errors and/or issues requiring immediate attention); 8) convey completed appraisals and appraisal work file to Chief Appraiser for completion of formal reviews; and 9) complete formal review of appraisals upon request of supervisor.

Related responsibilities include the following: maintain and add new qualified candidates to DNR’s Approved Appraiser List; communicate with approved appraisers and/or awardees related to each appraisal assignment (as needed); and field questions and provide answers on appraisal procurement and review processes and functions. All of these functions relate to the Land Acquisition and Planning (LAP) Unit’s mission to acquire land and other real property under Program Open Space (POS). Specifically, the appraisals procured, reviewed, and processed in support of POS acquisition projects provide the basis for DNR decision making and negotiations related to all acquisition projects. DNR POS acquisitions occur in all 24 political jurisdictions (i.e., 23 counties and the city of Baltimore), and DNR’s Land Acquisition and Planning (LAP) Unit works with and assists these jurisdictions and a number of private sector land trusts and other non-profit organizations working toward land conservation and acquisition.

POSITION DUTIES

The Department of Natural Resources, Land Acquisition & Planning Unit, located at the Tawes State Office Building, Annapolis, Maryland, is currently accepting applications for a Real Estate Reviewing Appraiser II. This position is responsible for the procurement and development of real estate appraisal bids and the review and analysis of real estate appraisals within the Land Acquisition and Planning Unit. The Appraisal and Procurement group is responsible for the procurement and review of appraisals for real property to be acquired by the Department in fee simple, as well as conservation easement interests. The position relates directly to the mission of the agency by aiding the Department in its stewardship of Maryland’s natural resources, assisting in providing an integrated and self-sustaining network of public lands and open space, and providing efficient and effective operations and records. This position must work with other teams within the Land Acquisition and Planning Unit to facilitate appraisal assignments in all regions of the State.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Nine years of experience in the preparation or review of appraisals used as the basis for the acquisition or disposal of real estate, provided two courses have been successfully completed in real estate appraising approved by the Maryland State Real Estate Appraisers Commission.  One course must have been in the area of income capitalization, investment analysis, or industrial valuation.

Note: Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by two courses in real estate appraising approved by the Maryland State Real Estate Appraisers Commission (one of the two courses must have been in the area of income capitalization, investment analysis, or industrial valuation) and five years of experience in the preparation or review of appraisals used as the basis for the acquisition or disposal of real estate for the required experience. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Preference will be given to applicants who hold the classification of Certified General Real Estate Appraiser.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe, Bright MLS, SDAT Real Property Database, MDLandRec or FINDER Online or equivalent, and PLATS.NET for data research, management and presentation.
  • Understanding of real estate principles, terms, definitions and legal documents needed to effect real property appraisals.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your minimum qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation must be provided prior to hire.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately. 

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you are having difficulty with your user account, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division

Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Adriana Parravano at adriana.parravano@maryland.gov.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. 



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