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Right of Way Appraiser II

Salary$52k – $72k
LocationAugusta, Maine
Typefull-time
DepartmentProject Development - Property Office
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seen1w ago
Last seen3d ago
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.
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Maine Department of Transportation
Benefits
Salary: $51,688.00 - $72,467.20 per year (Salary Schedule)
About the role
Office/Bureau: Project Development - Property Office
Opening Date: September 10, 2026
Closing Date: September 24, 2026
Job Description:
Responsibilities
This is professional services work involving the completion of right of way appraisals for the purpose of acquiring property for departmental purposes. Positions at this level perform less complicated appraisal assignments generally involving single family properties, strips of land or easements. Responsibilities may include negotiation and relocation assignments.
To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:
A Bachelors Degree in a related field AND two (2) years experience involving real estate negotiations, property title work, surveying, estimating, appraisal, real estate brokerage, assessing, or evaluation OR an equivalent combination of training, experience, and education, providing a knowledge of real estate negotiations, property title work, surveying, estimating, appraisal, real estate brokerage, or evaluation. OR two (2) years of experience at the level of Right of Way Appraiser I (or equivalent in the appraisal industry) OR a Certified General Real Property Appraiser (or greater).
Necessary Special Requirement: Successful completion of the following Case Study Courses: Real Estate Appraisal Principles; Basic Valuation Procedures; Basic Income Capitalization; Advanced Income Capitalization; and Litigation Valuation -OR- equivalent of the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers or the Society of Real Estate Appraisers.
Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).
Candidates may be required to obtain an International Right of Way Association Certification in one of the following disciplines: Appraisal Certified (R/W-AC), Negotiation/Acquisition Certified (R/W-NAC) or Relocation Assistance Certified (R/W-RAC) or equivalent.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the “Apply for this Opening/Apply Now” button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.
If you have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at [email protected]
Why join our team?
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—“Dirigo” or “I lead”—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce’s health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
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Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
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Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
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Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
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Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
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Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
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Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee’s pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Thinking about applying?
Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.
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If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.
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