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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JCMM01: Commissioner

Commissioner

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCMM01
EX14
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
155,750.00 - 233,633.00 USD Annual
$74.88 - $93.60 - $112.32
$155,750.00 - $194,688.00 - $233,633.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Commissioner is an elected official responsible for representing the interests of county residents, overseeing county operations, and advocating for community needs. This role involves working with local, state, and federal agencies—as well as private and nonprofit organizations—to secure funding, policy support, and resources that benefit Bernalillo County and its residents.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and approve the annual county budget; allocate funds for programs, services, events, and capital projects.
  • Oversee the construction, maintenance, and improvement of vital county infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and utilities.
  • Monitor and guide the collection of property and sales taxes to support county services.
  • Oversee county courts, jails, and correctional institutions, including resource allocation and policy development.
  • Review competitive bids and authorize contracts for public works, services, and county initiatives.
  • Approve the acquisition of land, facilities, and other assets necessary for county operations.
  • Hire and appoint personnel to county departments and boards, excluding elected positions.
  • Enact and adopt county ordinances, such as those related to public safety, fire prevention, land use, and environmental management (e.g., waste disposal).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Some pre-existing knowledge of government operations at the county level.
  • A strong understanding of personnel management, county infrastructure, budgeting and local laws.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

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

  • Successfully complete a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with all County safety guidelines.
  • Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
  • Complete required Supervisor training, if applicable.
  • Work schedule is not limited to standard business hours (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.). Attendance at evening meetings and events is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Most duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Work is conducted on even surfaces, typically carpeted or tiled.
  • Surfaces are generally dry.
  • Employee frequently works independently, with or without direct supervision.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Common office equipment used includes a telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
  • Materials and products handled include files, forms, reports, various types of paperwork, and standard office supplies.

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