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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JCP232: Property Assessment Coordinator

Property Assessment Coordinator

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP232
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 Property Assessment Coordinator oversees the protest process, including coordinating filings, scheduling formal hearings, and maintaining related records such as change orders, court orders, and board decisions. This role ensures all protest procedures comply with statutory requirements and deadlines. The coordinator also examines and verifies property tax exemption applications for non-governmental entities—such as charitable, educational, and religious organizations—to ensure accuracy and compliance with the New Mexico Constitution, state statutes, and administrative regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Quality check appraisal data entry for correctness and accuracy of amended assessment values.
  • Communicate and work effectively with staff and the public.
  • Assist the public, government agencies, and others in resolving questions.
  • Coordinate and manage the annual protest process with the Assessor’s Office.
  • Analyze operational practices to create or revise systems and procedures.
  • Examine and verify non-government property tax exemption applications for compliance.
  • Respond to information requests about exemption eligibility and recommend inspections.
  • Maintain change orders, court orders, and board decisions.
  • Ensure protest handling complies with statutory requirements and deadlines.
  • Maintain accurate audit activity records.
  • Develop and implement audit guidelines and procedures.
  • Establish a program for regular evaluations of exemption eligibility.
  • Supervise clerical support staff and coordinate administrative services.
  • May assist in other areas of appraisal review.

*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:

  • Complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
  • Complete required Supervisor classes if applicable.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Duties are performed 50% indoor, and 50% outdoors which entails exposure to extremes of weather conditions.
  • Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment on an even carpeted or tiled surface.
  • Outdoor duties may be performed on both even and uneven surfaces that may be wet or dry. Surfaces may be inclined or flat, and range from natural undisturbed soil to gravel, asphalt, or concrete.
  • May perform duties alone or as part of a group.
  • Work hazards or potential work hazards include exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, mists, and severe weather conditions; driving of vehicles; working in and around heavy equipment; and performing duties on rough terrain.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
  • Materials and products handled in the course of performing essential duties include files, forms, reports, various other paperwork, and a wide variety of basic office supplies.
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