Real Estate Appraisal Reviewer

Job Category: Legal

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: DOJ MBI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI is seeking a Real Estate Appraisal Reviewer in Washington, DC
 

The Opportunity:

• Working within a team of CACI paralegals, GIS experts, and title analysts that provides litigation support to DOJ trial attorneys in the Natural Resources Section (NRS), will review appraisal reports completed by third-party vendors for inverse condemnation actions concerning the acquisition of easements and former railroad rights-of-way.
• This will be advanced professional work evaluating the reasonableness of appraisals submitted by outside experts, summarizing details from multiple appraisals for attorney review and settlement negotiations, and drafting appraisal reviews or similar summaries.
• This growing docket includes dozens of cases throughout the CONUS and a CACI team of 12+ experienced staff focused on title and valuation matters.

Responsibilities:

• Draft reviews that approve, disapprove, or recommend modifications to appraisal reports submitted by outside vendors.
• Advise on questions of appraisal quality for settlement negotiations and trial preparation in ongoing litigation.
• Ensure that appraisal techniques, requirements, and reports comply with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.
• Evaluate valuation estimates for just compensation and suggest alternatives where appropriate.
• Research, analyze, and summarize modern deeds, subdivision or tax plats, and surveys that affect litigated properties.
• Coordinate with the Land Acquisition Section (LAS) on appraisal matters.
• Expert testimony in the Court of Federal Claims in Washington, DC may be required.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Master of Appraisal Instruction (MAI) designation with the Appraisal Institute.
• Proven working Knowledge of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions (Yellow Book).
• Familiarity with partial acquisitions or experience conducting appraisals involving partial acquisitions, including easements and rights-of-way.
• BA/BS Degree with seven years of professional real estate appraisal experience, including three years reviewing acquisitions of real property for public use.
• Demonstrated experience with appraisal reviews or the ability to conduct such reviews.
• Familiarity with valuations of different property types (e.g., commercial, residential, etc.).
• Experience applying all standard valuation methods: comparable sales; cost approach; and income approach, as well as valuing partial interests.
• Working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office Suite software
• The ability to obttain a DOJ MBI Clearance

Desired:

• Knowledge of technical writing principles commensurate with an MAI designation.
• Experience with real property and the practices used to acquire property for public use.
• Experience with litigation consulting or testifying as an expert at deposition or trial.
• Experience with Automated Valuation Models or similar appraisal processes at scale.
• Familiarity with Relativity or similar document retrieval systems used in litigation.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$64,400 - $135,100