Land Acquisition Appraiser

Land Acquisition Appraiser

Location : Tempe, AZ, US

Date : Nov 8, 2025

Requisition ID : 19372

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits :

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)

401(k) plan with employer matching

Available your first day : Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)

Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance

Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)

Short and long-term disability plans

Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

Prepares real estate appraisals, appraisal reviews, market analysis, disposition analysis, land value estimates, and other work to support Salt River Project's real property initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Prepares state-certified appraisals for real estate sales, leases, as well as for the acquisition of easements, rights-of-way, and land.
• Follows current USPAP Guidelines for all appraisals, appraisal reviews, and other services.
• Interfaces with legal counsel to support litigation for condemnations and provides expert court testimony.
• Reviews appraisals prepared by independent appraisers and submitted by agencies.
• Analyzes complex engineering and land use plans and title reports.
• Experience with Cost, Sales Comparison, and Income Approaches to value. Applies cost estimation and depreciation programs within the cost approach, direct and yield capitalization methods, and discounted cash flow methodologies.
• Represents SRP at hearings before city councils, zoning commissions, and other state or federal governmental bodies.
• Analyzes pending local, state and federal legislation pertaining to real estate or appraisal practices.
• Manages retention programs for all appraisal documents according to SRP guidelines and as well as adheres to USPAP record keeping rules.

What It Takes To Succeed

Must have current Arizona State certification as Arizona certified general real estate appraiser.

Ten years of appraisal experience preferred.

Additional coursework and designations from Appraisal Institute - MAI; ASA - American Society of Appraisers; International Right of Way Association - SR / WA; American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers - ARA; Certified Commercial Investment Manager - CCIM and / or other allied associations are preferred.

Actively involved in local real estate appraisal and real estate associations.

Experience

A minimum of three years of related experience is required (if no degree, seven years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling seven years).

Education

A bachelor’s degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug / Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug / alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug / alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug / alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.

Nearest Major Market : Phoenix