Tennessee Department of Transportation
TDOT SENIOR ROW APPRAISER - 12232025-73617
Tennessee Department of Transportation, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
TDOT SENIOR ROW APPRAISER - 12232025-73617
Opening Date/Time: 12/23/2025 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time: 01/05/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly): $6,544.00 - $8,454.00
Salary (Annually): $78,528.00 - $101,448.00
Starting salary: $7,750 monthly / $93,000 annually
Location: Knoxville, TN (Department of Transportation, Knox County)
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Transportation
Job Information Right of Way & Utilities Division – Region 1 – Preconstruction Appraisal Section.
For more information, visit: https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/ROW-Division-Region-Preconstruction-SENIOR-Right-of-Way-Appraiser-Final.pdf
Qualifications
Possession of an active Certified General Appraiser License as issued by the Tennessee Real Estate Appraiser Commission; in addition, possess two years of professional experience performing review appraisals and general real property appraisal work.
Possess and maintain a Class D driver’s license valid to operate vehicles in the State of Tennessee.
Overview Appraisals are primarily requested, performed, completed, and received by TDOT for use on funded transportation projects. They are obtained primarily for establishing fair market value of the property to be acquired, including determining any consequential damages to the remainder land or improvements, when applicable. Some appraisals are also requested to determine fair market value of surplus properties to be sold. ROW Appraisers are responsible for performing appraisal reviews and, on occasion, appraisals of property acquired by the state for highway projects and surplus properties to be sold.
A Senior ROW Appraiser performs appraisals and appraisal reviews of property acquired by the state of greater value and complexity than the TDOT ROW Appraiser. Employees at this level will possess the Certified General Appraiser’s license and be able to appraise any type of real estate regardless of complexity or value. Incumbents for positions in this classification should possess the highest level of appraisal education and experience.
Responsibilities
Performs appraisal reviews and preliminary cost estimates. This responsibility includes reviewing complex appraisal analyses, reconciling valuation approaches, and completing preliminary cost estimates for funding purposes.
Manages and documents appraisal records. This involves gathering documents which support right-of-way appraisal decisions and entering data and supporting materials into necessary forms (Appraisal Review and Form 2), writing narrative passages (Final Determination of Values) and scanning documentation into a database for archival storage.
Conducts property appraisals and valuation analysis. This includes gathering documents, researching market data and comparable sales, applying relevant laws and policies, and defining appraisal problems to determine the market value of affected properties.
Acts as an expert witness in hearings and depositions. Testifies on behalf of the State and represents the appraisal findings in legal proceedings.
Serves as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders. Communicates and interprets regulations and appraisal processes for property owners, elected officials, consultants, and internal business partners through property inspections, local agency workshops, right of way public meetings, project public hearings, and regular project milestone follow-ups.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and departmental guidelines. This involves adhering to regulations such as the Uniform Act and USPAP, conducting internal regional and local public agency quality control audits, ensuring that each appraisal is performed without undue valuation anomalies caused by project influence, and ensuring all appraisal actions conform to established standards and guidelines.
Oversees and evaluates consultant appraisers. This includes communicating project requirements, conducting training/teaching opportunities, evaluating project performance, and recommending hiring or termination decisions.
Provides project support and communication. Participates in public meetings, workshops, and project team activities, communicates project status, and coordinates efforts with internal and external partners.
Trains and mentors staff. Provides mentorship to coworkers, offers training opportunities to both internal staff and consultants, and attends professional development courses to maintain appraisal certification.
Competencies (KSA's)
Competencies:
Instills Trust
Communicates Effectively
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Plans and Aligns
Knowledges:
Contract Management
Government Economy and Cost Savings
Uniform Act (PL 91-646)
Project Delivery Concepts
Design Plans
Skills:
Solving Complex Appraisal Problems
Financial and Advanced Mathematics
Writing Complex Level Technical Reports
Applying Transportation Engineering Principles
Interpreting Design Plans
Abilities:
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
Information Ordering
Mathematical Reasoning
Comprehending Access Management Rules
Tools & Equipment
Computer
Office and Mobile Phone
Calculator
Vehicle
Digital Camera
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Closing Date/Time: 01/05/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly): $6,544.00 - $8,454.00
Salary (Annually): $78,528.00 - $101,448.00
Starting salary: $7,750 monthly / $93,000 annually
Location: Knoxville, TN (Department of Transportation, Knox County)
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Transportation
Job Information Right of Way & Utilities Division – Region 1 – Preconstruction Appraisal Section.
For more information, visit: https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/ROW-Division-Region-Preconstruction-SENIOR-Right-of-Way-Appraiser-Final.pdf
Qualifications
Possession of an active Certified General Appraiser License as issued by the Tennessee Real Estate Appraiser Commission; in addition, possess two years of professional experience performing review appraisals and general real property appraisal work.
Possess and maintain a Class D driver’s license valid to operate vehicles in the State of Tennessee.
Overview Appraisals are primarily requested, performed, completed, and received by TDOT for use on funded transportation projects. They are obtained primarily for establishing fair market value of the property to be acquired, including determining any consequential damages to the remainder land or improvements, when applicable. Some appraisals are also requested to determine fair market value of surplus properties to be sold. ROW Appraisers are responsible for performing appraisal reviews and, on occasion, appraisals of property acquired by the state for highway projects and surplus properties to be sold.
A Senior ROW Appraiser performs appraisals and appraisal reviews of property acquired by the state of greater value and complexity than the TDOT ROW Appraiser. Employees at this level will possess the Certified General Appraiser’s license and be able to appraise any type of real estate regardless of complexity or value. Incumbents for positions in this classification should possess the highest level of appraisal education and experience.
Responsibilities
Performs appraisal reviews and preliminary cost estimates. This responsibility includes reviewing complex appraisal analyses, reconciling valuation approaches, and completing preliminary cost estimates for funding purposes.
Manages and documents appraisal records. This involves gathering documents which support right-of-way appraisal decisions and entering data and supporting materials into necessary forms (Appraisal Review and Form 2), writing narrative passages (Final Determination of Values) and scanning documentation into a database for archival storage.
Conducts property appraisals and valuation analysis. This includes gathering documents, researching market data and comparable sales, applying relevant laws and policies, and defining appraisal problems to determine the market value of affected properties.
Acts as an expert witness in hearings and depositions. Testifies on behalf of the State and represents the appraisal findings in legal proceedings.
Serves as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders. Communicates and interprets regulations and appraisal processes for property owners, elected officials, consultants, and internal business partners through property inspections, local agency workshops, right of way public meetings, project public hearings, and regular project milestone follow-ups.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and departmental guidelines. This involves adhering to regulations such as the Uniform Act and USPAP, conducting internal regional and local public agency quality control audits, ensuring that each appraisal is performed without undue valuation anomalies caused by project influence, and ensuring all appraisal actions conform to established standards and guidelines.
Oversees and evaluates consultant appraisers. This includes communicating project requirements, conducting training/teaching opportunities, evaluating project performance, and recommending hiring or termination decisions.
Provides project support and communication. Participates in public meetings, workshops, and project team activities, communicates project status, and coordinates efforts with internal and external partners.
Trains and mentors staff. Provides mentorship to coworkers, offers training opportunities to both internal staff and consultants, and attends professional development courses to maintain appraisal certification.
Competencies (KSA's)
Competencies:
Instills Trust
Communicates Effectively
Decision Quality
Manages Complexity
Plans and Aligns
Knowledges:
Contract Management
Government Economy and Cost Savings
Uniform Act (PL 91-646)
Project Delivery Concepts
Design Plans
Skills:
Solving Complex Appraisal Problems
Financial and Advanced Mathematics
Writing Complex Level Technical Reports
Applying Transportation Engineering Principles
Interpreting Design Plans
Abilities:
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
Information Ordering
Mathematical Reasoning
Comprehending Access Management Rules
Tools & Equipment
Computer
Office and Mobile Phone
Calculator
Vehicle
Digital Camera
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