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Summary As a Review Appraiser you will be responsible for reviewing staff and fee appraisal reports and providing technical guidance regarding diverse and precedent-setting issues which are impacted by the appraisal field. This position is located in the Public Buildings Service (PBS), Portfolio Management Division. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Responsibilities This position is located in the Public Buildings Service (PBS), Portfolio Management Division. This Division maximizes and enhances the value of the Public Buildings Service (PBS) real estate portfolio and client relationships. This position has job functions that must be executed within specific geographic locations. The official duty station is a federal facility, leased space, or an alternative worksite (typically the employee’s home) within the specified geographic area: Chicago, IL; Springfield, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Milwaukee, WI; Detroit, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Columbus, OH; Minneapolis, MN; St. Paul, MN and Fort Snelling, MN. You will be expected to report to a specific GSA duty location at least two or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency’s telework policy. Duties include, but are not limited to: Reviews extremely complex or controversial appraisals for compliance with laws and procedures, proper use of advanced methods, and impact on current policies. Advises attorneys on appraisal interpretation and testifies as an expert witness, if required. Reviews and analyzes very complex appraisal reports for the impact of recommendations and estimated values on agency policies, goals, and objectives. Reviews two or more complex appraisal reports for the same property to determine which provides a legal and more statistically defensible value to use as evidence in controversial or sensitive condemnation or tax court cases. Evaluates the impact of new or modified appraisal, real estate, tax, and environmental legislation on current and projected appraisal standards and programs and prepares important policy changes based on the impact. Provides guidance to staff and fee appraisers on the interpretation and implementation of new or modified policies. Performs unusually complex and/or precedent-setting highest and best use analysis, value of income streams for special assets, business value, value-in-use and return on investment value assignments. Requirements Conditions of Employment US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 1 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Qualifications For each job on your resume, provide: the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year) number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace corps, Americorps), we encourage you to include this experience on your resume. For a brief video on How to Create a Federal Resume, click here. The GS-13 salary range starts at $115076 per year. Salary is determined by the location for which you are selected. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience: reviewing and analyzing complex or controversial appraisal reports; evaluating the impact of new or modified appraisals; and providing guidance on the interpretation and implementation of new and modified policies. Selective Placement Factor (SPF): In addition to the qualification requirements listed above, you must also meet the following SPF, which has been identified as: Possession of a State Certified General Real Property Appraiser license with credentials based on the minimum certification criteria issued by the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) of the Appraisal Foundation. You must provide a photocopy of your State Certified General Real Property Appraiser's License with your application. Education Additional Information This position is eligible for the bargaining unit. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued. Our commitment is: Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment; Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.