Review Appraiser

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to delivering a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the people of Wyoming. We are now seeking a full-time Review Appraiser to join our team in beautiful Cheyenne, Wyoming.

In this pivotal role, you will serve as the authority for reviewing and approving all appraisals and appraisal waivers produced for WYDOT’s Right-of-Way program, Local Public Agencies, and other state partners. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of fair market value estimates, provide expert valuation and appraisal guidance to the Attorney General’s Office, and play a key role in shaping the next generation of appraisers by mentoring trainees through the General Certification Process.

If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact, lead with expertise, and help support Wyoming’s vital transportation infrastructure, this is a unique opportunity to grow your career while serving your state.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Cheyenne also is home to the "Daddy of 'em All" – Cheyenne Frontier Days – held every last week of July. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

This position offers:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility
• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Relocation Reimbursement

Human Resource Contact:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Reviews all appraisals and appraisal waivers
• Reviews all staff and fee appraisers' appraisal reports and appraisal waivers to make sure they have sound logic, have applied appropriate appraisal techniques, conform to Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), and meet all State and Federal eminent domain /condemnation appraisal requirements
• Plans, organizes, and supervises field reviews on all appraisals received to determine if they meet department guidelines and have applied acceptable appraisal standards and techniques
• Prepares necessary supporting documentation regarding the appraisal review
• Advises and consults with acquisition agents on the legitimacy of landowner requests and appraisals that indicate larger payments than originally authorized
• Writes narrative review reports explaining why landowners' appraisals, opinions and requests are not acceptable and do not justify an increase in the authorized amount
• Authorizes payments above that supported by the original appraisal when new data or errors are discovered; new authorization must be supported by sound appraisal theory and techniques and meet department, State and Federal guidelines
• Assists in the training of new appraisers, including the training of acquisition agents who are cross‑training into appraisal and submitting appraisal waivers
• Assists the Project Manager in directing, supervising, and evaluating staff appraisers and in the hiring of contract fee appraisers
• Completes Right‑of‑Way cost estimates for future projects. Performs independent appraisals as needed
• Advises the Right‑of‑Way management team on valuation issues

• Knowledge of subject matter related to farm loan and land management procedure and administration, including an in‑depth knowledge of applicable rules and regulations and State statutes
• Knowledge of mapping and spatial technologies
• Knowledge related to appraisals, deed documents, title work, credit analysis, foreclosure and bankruptcy proceedings, loan servicing and lending protocol
• Knowledge of Eminent Domain Law, Water Right Law, Real Estate Law, agricultural and business practices, reading engineering plans, mapping, zoning regulations, building codes, subdivision laws and regulations
• Knowledge of method, techniques, principles and practices of real estate…