Appraiser 2026-02608

Appraiser 2026-02608

Salary

$35.50 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02608

Department

Office of State Lands & Investments

Division

Office of State Lands & Investments

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

LRAP09

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI), an agency committed to effectively managing natural resources and funds for current and future generations, seeks an Appraiser in our Field Services Division. Our culture will provide you with the opportunity for professional growth and diverse experience that will help you further your career. OSLI manages approximately four million acres of state trust land spread throughout Wyoming - lands held in trust by the State to produce revenue to support public education and other designated beneficiaries.

The appraiser performs appraisals, appraisal reviews, and consulting services for the acquisition, disposal, leasing, and permitting of state trust lands and institutional lands, including requests for appraisal services from other OSLI divisions and state agencies, and conducts field inspections related to valuation and lease compliance on all manner of surface and sub-surface leases and permits. The appraiser is tasked with providing information, market data, verbal and/or written reports to the agencys divisions and staff for use in formulating recommendations to be acted upon by the State Board of Land Commissioners and the State Loan and Investment Board, according to the objectives of optimizing and diversifying the trusts assets and revenues.

Cheyenne is near four-season outdoor recreation areas, including the Snowy Range, Medicine Bow National Forest, and home to world-class rock climbing at Vedauwoo. The location also provides convenient access to the Colorado Front Range communities, including Fort Collins, Denver, and the Denver International Airport. Wyoming is also one of only seven states with no state income tax.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator:compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer, 307-777-8570, ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Assembles and analyzes market data and prepares appraisals and/or appraisal reviews in conformity with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) of multiple types of land offered for loan security purposes under OSLIs Grants and Loans section.
• Assembles and analyzes market data and prepares written rental recommendations for multiple types of special use leases that comply with state statutes and agency rules and regulations to be used by other divisions within the agency and the Director to recommend feasibility of and rent for the proposed uses to the State Board of Land Commissioners.
• Prepares written appraisals of multiple types of land in compliance with USPAP by inspecting, photographing, mapping, and confirming sales and analyzing the market data using the Cost Approach, Income Approach, and/or Sales Comparison Approach to arrive at reasonable and supportable opinions of market value for properties under the agencys sale, exchange, and acquisition program.
• Prepares written appraisal reviews to determine conformity with USPAP and reasonableness of value determinations for the acquisition and disposal of lands under the agencys sale, exchange, and acquisition program.
• Completes appraisal reviews, including in-agency, contract appraisals, and other state agencies contract appraisals.
• Assembles and analyzes market data and prepares written market value recommendations for multiple types of easements and rights-of-way that comply with state statutes and agency rules and regulations to be used by divisions within the agency and the Director to recommend the feasibility of and values for the proposed uses to the State Board of Land Commissioners.
• Conducts field inspections, communicates the policies, procedures, and practices of OSLI, the Board of Land Commissioners, and State Loan and Investment Board to individuals or groups, and carries out other duties as assigned.
• Conducts verbal reports as requested by OSLI management.
• Acts as an expert witness in courts of law.
• Collaborates on special projects with other state and federal agencies.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to candidates with a Certified General Appraiser Permit.

Agency requires that the successful applicant complete continuing education courses necessary to maintain state certification.

Agency requires that the successful applicant possess and maintain a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of real estate appraising, as applied in the valuation of multiple real estate property rights, types, and interests, including easements and rights-of-way, as developed and taught by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, the Appraisal Institute, and other professional appraisal organizations.
• Knowledge and competent execution of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Standards 1 and 2 as promulgated by the Appraisal Foundation and applied in real property appraisals and USPAP Standard 3 as applied in real property appraisal reviews.
• Knowledge of the State Engineers Offices principles and practices as related to municipal, industrial, and agricultural water rights and water uses, including the valuation and leasing of those rights and uses.
• Knowledge of Wyomings energy and mineral industries, including oil and gas development, coal mining, coal bed methane development, uranium, and other surface and subsurface mining, related to the valuation and leasing of the rights associated with those uses.
• Knowledge of real estate lease management, administration, and bonding of residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural surface and subsurface rights and interests.
• Knowledge of soil types and vegetative types, classifications, development limitations, and the reclamation of residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural sites.
• Knowledge of current practices associated with range management and farm and ranch management related to land valuation and leasing.
• Knowledge of legal descriptions using rectangular surveys or metes and bounds survey descriptions, mineral surveys, and the reading and interpretation of topographical maps and aerial photography.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of various computer applications including, but not limited to, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, AgWare, ArcGIS, and Adobe Acrobat, in developing reports, evaluations, and leasing recommendations and in the review of real estate appraisals.
• Skills in various mathematical techniques as applied in the valuation and leasing of multiple types of surface and subsurface real property rights and interests associated with residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural properties.
• Skills in technical writing and editing abilities specific to developing and reporting the valuation and leasing of multiple real property rights and interests associated with residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural properties.
• Ability to prioritize work quickly so that deadlines are met while maintaining quality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience in (typically in Appraisal) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Appraiser.

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Appraisal) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Appraiser.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Certification may be required by some agencies.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Extensive travel by vehicle in conjunction with a typical office setting.
• Frequently traverse open/rugged/steep terrain on foot.
• Occasionally perform arduous physical activity.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• Must be able to operate 4WD vehicles in remote/isolated locations.
• Must be able to operate ATVs on rugged terrain.
• Must be able to operate portable handheld GPS units to gather and map field data and verify the location and boundaries of sites, roads, pipelines, transmission lines, and other special use sites.
• Must be able to operate digital cameras and imaging systems for use in completing field inspections and reports.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

060-Office of State Lands and Investments - Field Services Division

OSLI Website: http://lands.wyo.gov/

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(LRAP09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Appraisal? Experience definition: (Experience as an Appraiser)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years or relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

05

(LRAP09) Do you possess General Appraiser Permit?

• Yes
• No

06

(LRAP09) Please provide your license or permit number in the box below.

07

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

08

(AA) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce services
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• State Employee
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Other

09

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

10

(AA) If you anwsered Other, please tell us where.

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm