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This role is designed for an appraiser with experience completing eminent domain-related valuations and right of way appraisal assignments.\nYou’ll complete moderately complex appraisal and evaluation assignments, work closely with MSA’s real estate and transportation professionals, and prepare valuations supporting local public agency and WisDOT projects. The ideal candidate is already included on WisDOT’s approved right of way appraiser list or has the experience and qualifications to obtain approval within the first six months of employment.\nMSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and is proud to be 100% employee owned. With roots reaching back to 1919, MSA has grown from a rural land survey company into a multidisciplinary network of nearly 550 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, environmental scientists, and more who are committed to making communities better places to live, work, and play.\nCome join the ownership team here!\nEmployee Testimonial:\n\"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. 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Iowa, Minnesota, or Illinois licenses encouraged.\nCompletion of sufficient IRWA and related coursework to qualify for WisDOT’s approved real estate appraiser list\nExperience\n4+ years of professional appraisal and right of way acquisition experience\nExperience completing eminent domain-related appraisal assignments\nSkills\nStrong knowledge of real estate principles, appraisal standards, and valuation methodologies\nUnderstanding of federal and state requirements governing public right of way acquisition\nStrong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple assignments\nStrong written, verbal, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills\nAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams\nWhy MSA\n100% employee-owned firm with 100+ years of community impact\nCollaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm\nFlexible work-life integration\nOngoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions\nCommitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging\nIncluded on the \"ENR Top 500 Design Firms\" for over 27 straight years\nPay & Benefits\n Compensation Range: $70,000 - $112,500 (commensurate with experience)\nFlex Time: Work 42 hours this week? 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