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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JCP201: Appraisal Field Staff Trainer

Appraisal Field Staff Trainer

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP201
6
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
54,018.00 - 67,870.00 - 85,363.00 USD Annual
$25.97 - $32.63 - $41.04
$54,018.00 - $67,870.00 - $85,363.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Appraisal Field Staff Trainer assists in developing training programs and procedures for staff who perform appraisals in all areas of residential, commercial, and mobile home properties. Ensures training programs comply with relevant policies, procedures, County ordinances, and New Mexico State laws.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Train appraisal personnel in property assessment and computer-assisted appraisal techniques.
  • Assist in developing project management schedules.
  • Advise appraisal staff on problems encountered during the course of their duties.
  • Ensure appraisal work is completed in accordance with established procedures.
  • Provide training on procedures for conducting property assessments, correct measurements, calculations, equity reviews, and field inspections.
  • Instruct staff in locating, identifying, and valuing residential, commercial, vacant land, business equipment, agricultural land, livestock, manufactured homes, and in using the CAMA system.
  • Coordinate valuation activities with other sections of the Assessor’s Office and other departments as required by the Property Tax Code.
  • Train personnel in conducting field checks.
  • Assess training needs based on certification requirements, promotional opportunities, career paths, and staff development goals.
  • Assist Residential, Commercial, and Mobile Home supervisors in establishing appraisal-related policies and procedures.


*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 Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Two (2) years of directly related experience in protest hearings, supervision of staff, ad valorem assessment, appraisal, real estate, or overall department administration.

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


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


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

  • Successfully complete a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with all County safety guidelines.
  • Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the employment start date and maintain a valid license throughout employment.
  • Complete all FEMA training(s) required for the position.
  • Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Performs essential duties primarily indoors (approximately 85–90%) and occasionally outdoors (approximately 10–15%).
  • Works indoors in a temperature-controlled environment; may be exposed to natural weather conditions while working outdoors.
  • May be exposed to dusts or mists during outdoor duties.
  • Performs indoor duties on even, dry surfaces such as carpet or tile; may occasionally use stairs. Outdoor duties may occur on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry, wet, sloped, or consist of natural ground, concrete, or asphalt.
  • Performs most duties independently; may work as part of a small team when necessary.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
  • Uses a County vehicle on an occasional basis.
  • Uses measuring devices, clipboards, writing instruments, blueprints, and architectural scales for fieldwork.
  • Uses a variety of documents, writing utensils, office supplies, and standard materials in the performance of office duties.

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