Introduction Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment and enjoy handling a variety of work? Come join our Appraisal team at the Department of Transportation and work on a wide variety or unique and interesting appraisal assignments
. We are recruiting for a
Surplus Lands Appraiser (Real Estate Specialist Advanced) - Limited Term Employment position.
This full time temporary position can be headquartered out of -
Madison, Superior, Eau Claire, Waukesha, Wisconsin Rapids, Rhinelander, Green Bay, La Crosse. This LTE position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from one of the offices listed above at least
2 days per week . All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin.
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we provide:
- A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals and overall well-being
LTE positions can assist in the development of your skills and experience, provide an additional stream of income, or offer an opportunity for engagement near the end of your career. It can also offer growth potential via opportunities to join our team in a permanent role! For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here .
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in
Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability . Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.
Every day, WisDOT's Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. You'll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think you'll find it's an awfully rewarding one, too.
We're looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. It's a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities.
Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future - NOW. Position Summary This is an advanced level professional position in the Bureau of Technical Services - Relocation, Appraisal and Property Management Section, which carries out tasks of high complexity in the discipline of appraisal of real estate. The position is responsible for providing appraisals on parcels of surplus land owned by WisDOT but intended for sale. Assignments will range from simple to extremely complex, requiring specialized knowledge in property valuation.
The scope and complexity of work performed carries with it a high level of responsibility and accountability, requiring sound judgment and extreme skill in decision-making. Work assignments are performed with the highest level of independence and minimal supervision.
A valid appraiser license or certification in the State of Wisconsin is required. Salary Information This position is in schedule-range 07-03 with an hourly rate of
$28.24. Job Details This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours in 26 consecutive pay periods (1 year). Wisconsin residency is required for Limited Term Employment positions. Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status. Qualifications A minimally qualified candidate must have experience in all of the following: - A valid appraiser license or certification in the State of Wisconsin is required.
- Thorough knowledge of USPAP (uniform standards of professional appraisal practice) principles.
- Effective oral and written communication skills for dealing with internal and external customers (e.g., handling policy conformance, advising of solutions to appraisal problems, etc.)
- Time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Computer skills to effectively keep records in an automated real estate data system and produce documents.
How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Sonam Lhanze at
View email address on click.appcast.io Deadline to Apply This posting will remain open till the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed weekly beginning July 1st 2026.
