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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JCP235: Real Property Agent

Real Property Agent

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP235
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 Real Property Agent serves as an agent for the General Services Division in the coordination, planning, and implementation of real property acquisition, sales, leasing, property management projects, and right-of-way acquisition. The agent assists with planning, research, negotiations, and the acquisition or disposition of property for County real estate projects, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in the planning, research, negotiations, and acquisition of all properties for County real estate projects.
  • Maintain files on all properties acquired for County right-of-way and road projects in accordance with audit standards set by the NM Department of Finance and Administration, the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), and the Federal Highway Administration.
  • Meet with project design teams to troubleshoot and resolve right-of-way issues.
  • Coordinate with other governmental agencies on County real estate projects.
  • Participate in public hearings related to County real estate projects.
  • Maintain a working relationship with the County Legal Department in the preparation of condemnation cases; testify as an expert witness as needed; coordinate legal matters involving right-of-way.
  • Address and help resolve public inquiries and complaints regarding real property issues.
  • Coordinate the functions of surveyors, title companies, and design engineers to ensure compliance with applicable rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Plan, research, negotiate, and coordinate the sale or disposition of excess County-owned properties in accordance with New Mexico State Statutes and State Board of Finance policies.
  • Process County leases, amendments, encroachment agreements, and right-of-way use agreements in compliance with County and State Board of Finance policies and procedures.
  • Provide administrative support to the section and cover for the Real Estate Manager in their absence.
  • Handle sensitive or confidential records, documents, and decisions with discretion and in compliance with confidentiality requirements.

*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 Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Two (2) years of work experience in real estate acquisition and Right-of-Way/disposition including easements, fee acquisitions, property dispositions, vacations, condemnations, and appraisal.

*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.
  • Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and maintain a valid NM driver’s license while employed in this position.
  • Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
  • Complete required Supervisor classes if applicable.  
  • Complete and maintain IRWA certificates for – "Right of Way Agent" and "Right of Way Professional" within nine (9) months from date of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Duties are performed 60% indoors, and 40% 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 which may be either 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.
  • County vehicle is used by employee in traveling from site-to-site throughout the County.
  • Safety vest and hard hat are used by worker in performance of outdoor duties.
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