Appraisal Specialist

POSITION:  Appraisal Specialist 
JOB TYPE:  Full-time 
LOCATION:  Tomahawk, WI 

WHO WE ARE 

Steigerwaldt Land Services, Inc., is a full-service resource solution company, offering a wide range of appraisal, analysis, real estate, right-of-way, environmental, and forestry services to our clients in the Lake States region and beyond.  Founded in 1957, Steigerwaldt is a third-generation, family owned and operated company with history and experience spanning more than 60 years. Steigerwaldt employs a staff of over 50 people, with offices in Tomahawk and Hayward, Wisconsin; and Marquette, Michigan. 

Becoming a member of Steigerwaldt is more than just an opportunity to follow your passion in forestry. It is an opportunity to be a part of an organization that fosters professional growth, nurtures your talent, and allows you to take ownership of your career path. A strong sense of brand, culture, and values define our company and our team. Our office culture is one that values synergy in the office and in the field.  

Steigerwaldt creates a transparent and inclusive environment that involves you in team decision-making, cross-department learning, career path exploration, and hands-on experiences for you to grow your breadth of knowledge.   

 If this sounds like the supportive, passion-driven, professional environment you will thrive in, please apply to join our team. We are currently seeking a full-time Appraisal Specialist at our Tomahawk office location. This is considered an entry-level position, although previous related professional experience is helpful. 
 

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

As an Appraisal Specialist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality appraisal services for projects involving transmission lines, pipelines, public infrastructure, conservation easements, and more.  This position resides in our Energy, Infrastructure, and Real Estate Solutions Division responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Responsible for assisting appraisers and appraisal staff with real estate market research, comparable and subject property data entry and analysis, property field inspections, and narrative report writing 


• Conduct property field inspections, documenting site characteristics and meeting with landowners 


• Responsible for report writing, data entry, and preparation of appraisal reports under tight deadlines 


• Interacting in person with clients and landowners  


• Contribute to overall Appraisal Department expansion by reaching out to potential clients, developing contacts, and ultimately securing appraisal business 


• Other duties as assigned 
   

WHO YOU ARE 

You are a supportive and reliable team member that engages in building a great team and work culture.  You are driven and motivated to be a part of a successful team and provide high-quality service and results.  You show persistence, tenacity, and grit every day, through tough conditions and deadlines with energy and enthusiasm.  You are curious and open-minded in exploring solutions and opportunities.  You are a caretaker of resources, people, and company. You thrive working in a fast-paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities.  You must have an adventurous side and be open to travel.   

• Engage in active listening to understand and act on the expectations of peers, supervisors, and clients. 


• Prioritize communication by taking responsibility for continuously seeking and sharing information to best anticipate and meet customer and director needs. 


• Embrace change and can modify behavior and plans to effectively achieve goals. Adaptability, flexibility, and change agility is necessary.   


• Maintain composure and patience in stressful circumstances. 


• A team player who is an ambassador of integrity, respect, curiosity, and flexibility. 


• Has the drive, energy, and initiative to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals. 


• An effective problem solver that can identify the root of a problem, provide productive solutions, act decisively, and show good judgement.  


• An individual who uses Steigerwaldt’s mission of ‘Quality work fast, with honesty and integrity; rooted in our passion for stewardship of resources and relationships.’ as a benchmark for decision making and standard of work.    
   

PREFERRED SKILLS 

• Desire to develop a career as an appraisal professional in a fast-paced and diverse consulting business. 


• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, land management, finance, or a related field preferred, but not required. 


• Ability to work independently in varied settings, both in the field and with clients and other professionals 


• Knowledge of real estate principals, land legal descriptions, appraisal practices, qualitative analysis of land features including topography, soils, land and forest cover, access, utilities, water features, and other vacant and improved property characteristics 


• Familiarity with utility appraisals is a plus 


• Superior written and oral communication skills 


• Competent with Microsoft Office software and desktop and online mapping applications 


• Ability to navigate and locate specific properties in the field, in both urban and remote settings 


• Ability to travel and conduct overnight work away from the Tomahawk office   


• Current valid driver’s license with personal vehicle suitable for field work (mileage is reimbursed) 


• ATV and snowmobile certifications 


• A team player who is confident, respectful, curious, flexible, and able to work with other professionals in a growing, successful, and respected business 


• Commitment to professional growth, with interest in pursuing appraisal certifications supported by Steigerwaldt 

 
WORK ENVIRONMENT 

At Steigerwaldt, we offer a Remote-Friendly Hybrid Work Model for our staff.  Due to the nature of the team approach to our fieldwork and needed access to equipment and company vehicles, the Appraisal Specialist position is considered a resident or office-based position with remote work possible, upon approval from the supervisor.  The position is roughly 40 percent field work and 60 percent office work.   

COMPENSATION 

Salary commensurate with experience. 
 

POSTING DATE   

April 28, 2025. Position will be filled within one to three months.  Interviews will be scheduled throughout this time period.  Expected start is July 1, 2025, dependent upon candidate availability. Please note that this position may be filled sooner, as there is flexibility in the start date.

CONTACT  

For any hiring questions, please reach out to Travis Polinske at [email protected] or 715-409-8535

Steigerwaldt is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.