Job Description

Working Title: Appraiser

Job Class: Real Estate Specialist

Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID : 91421

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/15/2026

• Closing Date : 02/10/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Land Management / Land Management

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $33.48 - $49.66 / hourly; $69,906 - $103,690 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

We are seeking a skilled Real Property Appraiser to perform property appraisals and manage acquisition activities in compliance with USPAP standards. This position involves appraising a wide range of property types-including residential, agricultural, commercial, and industrial-and participating in land management functions such as direct purchase, relocation, property management, and condemnation support.

This position will travel approximately 50% of the time, with some in-state overnight stays possible.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Minnesota Certified General Real Property Appraiser license issued by the Minnesota Department of Commerce AND three years of professional experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience appraising single and multi-family residential, industrial, commercial, and agricultural properties as well as experience applying Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice USPAP real estate appraisal requirements and,

• Experience applying State and Federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting real estate, land acquisition, and disposition, and

• Experience facilitating effective interaction between diverse groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in economics, finance, or real estate.

• Professional designation from the Appraisal Institute, American Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers, or International Right of Way Association.

Additional Requirements

* Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check *

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Job Tags

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