Appraiser

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to delivering the future of infrastructure in three key areas of service: Design Engineering, Planning Environmental, and Program Construction Management.

We are currently searching for an energetic Appraiser to support our West Central Region located in Indianapolis, IN.

Duties include appraising properties for eminent domain purposes; physically inspecting and creating/maintaining an inventory of properties, as required. Properties appraised may include improved and unimproved rural, farm, residential, and commercial properties, and manufactured homes, depending on assignment or specialization.

Field inspections may result in personal contacts and situations. The Appraiser must demonstrate tact and diplomacy in such situations. The work is performed under the supervision of the Appraisal Supervisor, Chief Appraiser, or other Certified Appraiser. 

The nature of the work requires the Appraiser to be detail oriented and time sensitive to mandated deadlines. The Appraiser must meet required production quotas as established by the Appraisal Supervisor. The Appraiser must also perform market analysis and research. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment and in the field, including exposure to adverse weather conditions. The duties of the job require the Appraiser to drive to various, sometimes remote, locations in the State.  

 What you'll be doing: 

• Conduct formal appraisals of real property or land before it is acquired, sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed
• Evaluate properties to establish market values and property ratings using internal and external sources
• Make on site visits, inspect property, and interview clients
• Examine all variables that impact property’s present or future value (comparable sales, previous sales records, future developments etc.)
• Prepare reports that fully explain assessment results and outline methods used
• Document procedure and backup data
• Keep abreast with all current regulations, standards, and best practices

What you need to have: 

• Two (2) years minimum of related experience 
• Strong customer service, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Licensed or certified appraiser is preferred

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our President and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. 

“For nearly a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, President and Chief Executive Officer

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.