Open to: NJ State Employees
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (P25) $77,143.55 - $113,263.75
Opening Date: 7/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/19/2026
Existing Vacancies: 2
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Watershed and Land Management
Division of Watershed Protection & Restoration
Bureau of Tidelands Management
501 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the State of NJ and meet the requirements below.
Description
Under the supervision of a higher level Real Estate Appraiser or other supervisory official in a State department, institution, or agency, conducts the more complex real estate appraisal work to determine the current market value of State claimed lands, buildings, and other types of real estate for applications for land grants, leases, licenses, and easements for residential, commercial, and other zoned land; conducts on-site inspections and investigations; researches current market value data; interprets surveys, engineering plans, and legal documents; may take the lead in providing guidance and instruction to entry-level Real Estate Appraisers; does other related duties as required.
Specific to the Position
Conducts real estate appraisal work to determine the current market value of State claimed lands, for applications for Tidelands grants and leases for residential, commercial, and other zoned land; conducts on-site inspections and investigations; research current market value data; interprets surveys, engineering plans, and legal documents; does other related duties as required.
Preferred Skillset
Familiarity and experience with a broad range of property types, and specifically for Tidelands appraisal work. Ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations, and apply them to specific situations.
Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester-hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
Eight (8) years of professional experience in appraising real estate properties including eminent domain experience involving severance damages to both residential and income-type properties, including or supplemented by satisfactory completion of at least 128 classroom hours of formal recognized courses in appraising such as the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers 1A and 1B series (former Institute Courses I and II) or those of other recognized Appraisal Societies such as the Society of Real Estate Appraisers Course 101 and 201 or any combination of formal recognized professional Appraisal Society courses which totals (without course or curriculum duplication) at least 128 classroom hours.
OR:
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college of university, including or supplemented by the satisfactory completion of at least 128 classroom hours of formal recognized courses in appraising such as the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers 1A and 1B series (former Institute Courses I and II) or those of other recognized Appraisal Societies such as the Society of Real Estate Appraisers Course 101 and 201 or any combination of formal recognized professional Appraisal Society courses which totals (without course or curriculum duplication) at least 128 classroom hours; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.
NOTE: One (1) year of experience in the sale or negotiation of real estate may be substituted for one (1) year of the appraisal experience.
NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.
License
Applicants are required to possess a valid State Certified General Real Estate Appraisers (SCGREA) certificate issued by the New Jersey Real Estate Appraiser Board.
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
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Paid Benefit Leave
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Holiday Pay
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Alternative Workweek Program*
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Telework*
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Pension
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Deferred Compensation
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Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
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Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
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Commuter Tax Savings Program
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
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Tuition Reimbursement*
- Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.
Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.
DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.
