• Part Time Real Property Appraiser

    Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. (Lexington, KY)


    Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

     

    Position summary: Responsible for completing appraisals for public projects including but not limited to understanding the valuation of properties under the threat of Eminent Domain. This includes knowledge and experience of completing appraisal on full and partial property acquisitions. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

     

    Essential Functions and Responsibilities

     

    + Complete Real Property appraisals for public projects such as highway, transit, airport, trails, communication facilities, utilities, capital improvements and other governmental needs as requested

    + Attend meetings as needed when appraisal issues arise with clients

    + Testify in a public forum include hearings and trials involving Eminent Domain actions

     

    Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

     

    + Perform other related duties as assigned

    Required Skills

    + Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

    + Valid Driver’s License

    Required Experience

    + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

    + General Certified Kentucky Appraiser license or the prerequisites in place to qualify to attain this licensure within 3 months of hire

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Membership of the State Transportation and/or General Services Departments approved appraiser list

    + Experience appraising properties for a public use purpose

    + Understanding of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices (USPAP) governing the appraisal business

    + Related experience in completing Complex Eminent Domain appraisals including partial acquisition appraisal work.

    + An understanding of Eminent Domain Concepts including damages to the remainder, Before vs. After valuation and Yellow Book standards

    + Understanding of the Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acquisitions Policies Act of 1970, As amended (Uniform Act)

    + Training classes involving Eminent Domain appraisal work by the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) or other vendor

    + Experience testifying in Court relative to appraisals

     

    Working Conditions

     

    Some work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

     

    Significant field work (50% or more) is required where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs.) may be required as needed.

     

    Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.