REAL PROPERTY APPRAISER V - OAHU (OHHI)

Recruitment Number OHHI-26024 The current vacancy is with the Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity in Downtown. Recruitment Information This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast‑tracking qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai‘i. Applications received for this recruitment will be reviewed for legal authorization to work in the US. All applicants who pass the legal authorization review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review of the application. Applicants who meet the initial review requirements at the departmental level may be contacted by the hiring program for an interview. All applicants interviewed by the hiring program will be notified of their selection or non‑selection by the department. The application referral and potential interview conducted at the departmental level does not imply that applicants have met all minimum qualification requirements. A thorough review of all applications received will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development and all applicants will be notified of the final disposition. Salary $6,043 to $7,351 per month (SR‑24, Step D to I). Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors. This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time; the notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website. Duties Summary This position is located in the Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity, Agricultural Resource Management Division. The unit administers the development and management of the Agricultural Parks, Non‑Agricultural Park Lands, and Agricultural Enterprise Programs; prepares disposition of public lands; manages leases and permits; and develops a long‑range agricultural lands planning program. The Real Property Appraiser V supervises a staff of real property appraisers or independently performs the real property appraisal activities of an organizational unit, may select fee appraisers, review and analyze appraisal reports, and performs other duties as required. The position independently performs real property appraisal activities for the division, and if needed the department. Appraisals set up rental minimums for vacant land awards, rental reopening for existing leases, month‑to‑month revocable permits, term and permanent utility easements, etc. The position provides appropriate valuations in complex situations such as property size extremes, multiple zoning, districts, uses, lack of comparable data, and/or multiple valuation methods for the same parcel. If necessary, the position may also recommend third‑party appraisers and review their reports. NOTE: During site inspections, the employee may travel through uneven ground, hike in undeveloped areas, clear pathways, and work in inclement weather. The position may require overtime, including weekends and holidays, and overnight travel to inspect properties or attend training conferences. Pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 127A‑8, all state and county officials, officers, and employees are considered "emergency workers". Minimum Qualification Requirements Legal Authorization to Work Requirement The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State to be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Basic Education/Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Specialized Experience Requirement Appraisal of real property, including estimation of property values based on all influencing factors (location, environment, highest and best use, aging, physical condition, future development potential, utilities, community growth or decline, changing economic trends). Appraisal of residential or business real property and preparation of construction cost estimates for mortgage lending, liquidation, acquisition, disposal, loans, or settlement purposes. Appraisal of unimproved suburban land, farm properties, grazing or timber lands, mineral lands, and mining claims. Appraisal of commercial or industrial properties and multiple residential, hotel, or office buildings. Appraisal of flood rights, clearance easements for aircraft passage, transportation and other rights‑of‑way, leaseholds, and other special rights. Appraisal of real property for tax purposes. Research in valuation analysis involving the development of classification and valuation standards and procedures for the appraisal of real property. Teaching appraisal practices at a collegiate or university level. For levels III and above, at least one year of experience comparable to the next lower level is required. Supervisory Aptitude Applicants must possess supervisory aptitude, demonstrated through successful completion of assignments with supervisory responsibilities or through training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills. License Requirement Applicants must possess a valid State of Hawaii certification as a Certified General Appraiser (CGA). Driver’s License Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. The information above represents a summary of the complete minimum qualification requirements. To view the complete requirements, please click here. Other Information The State of Hawai‘i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit Electronic Notification to Applicants The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information regarding the status and processing of their applications. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible. We will not be responsible if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email‑box in a timely manner. If you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings, you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted. Testing Information The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In‑person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai‘i may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If required, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application. 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