Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCM422: Real Estate Manager

Real Estate Manager

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCM422
9
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
78,582.00 - 98,696.00 - 124,093.00 USD Annual
$37.78 - $47.45 - $59.66
$78,582.00 - $98,696.00 - $124,093.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Real Estate Manager oversees the Real Estate Section, including the planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real property, and supervises section personnel. Develops policies and procedures related to real estate transactions and maintains records of all County-owned real estate. Supervisory responsibilities include selection, training, performance evaluation, coaching, discipline, and termination.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manages the operations and staff of the Real Estate Section.
  • Develops and implements policies and procedures for real estate activities.
  • Maintains accurate records of all County-owned real estate transactions.
  • Oversees research, planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real estate, coordinating with County departments and State and Federal agencies.
  • Prepares, reviews, and evaluates legal documents related to real and personal property interests.
  • Submits complete document and map packages to appraisers and engineers for project support.
  • Acts as the primary liaison with property owners during acquisition and negotiation processes.
  • Applies knowledge of administrative and managerial principles to evaluate and improve program effectiveness.


*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field.
  • Nine (9) years of work experience involving real estate.
  • Two (2) years in a managerial role.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must possess and maintain an International Right of Way Association (IRWA) designation, or obtain the designation within thirty (30) months of hire.
  • Real estate project management experience for federal, state, or local government is preferred.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico real estate license.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Compliance with all County safety guidelines.
  • Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the employment start date and maintenance of that license during employment.
  • Completion of required FEMA training(s) as assigned.
  • Completion of required supervisor training, if applicable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Essential duties are performed primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Work is conducted on level surfaces, typically carpeted or tiled and generally dry.
  • Work may be performed independently, with or without direct supervision.
  • Travel in a County vehicle may be required on an as-needed basis for site visits and meetings.



EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Frequently uses standard office equipment including a telephone, computer, printer, copier, and scanner.
  • Works with real estate management tools such as GIS applications, legal documents, title reports, property maps, contracts, and transactional databases.
  • Handles a variety of materials including files, forms, reports, correspondence, and general office supplies.

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