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.

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Job Descriptions

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JCP602: Chief Of Staff County Manager

Chief Of Staff County Manager

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP602
10
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
89,128.00 - 111,946.00 - 140,733.00 USD Annual
$42.85 - $53.82 - $67.66
$89,128.00 - $111,946.00 - $140,733.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chief of Staff serves as a key member of the County Manager’s Executive Team. This position exercises authority over high-level management assignments, technical initiatives, and special projects. The Chief of Staff provides strategic guidance, coordinates cross-departmental activities, and acts as a liaison between the County Manager and Deputy County Managers, Department Directors, Commissioners, and elected officials. The role includes oversight of legislative initiatives, capital improvement planning, and other critical functions supporting the County Manager’s office. This position plays a central role in communication, decision-making support, and policy implementation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Co-directs operations of the County Manager’s Office with the Commission Services Manager and manages communication flow to and from the office to ensure consistent messaging to the Executive Team and key stakeholders.
  • Leads all aspects of the County’s legislative efforts, including coordination with state and federal lobbyists and drafting position papers on legislative initiatives.
  • Oversees the County Manager’s Office budget and monitors performance measure compliance, in collaboration with the Commission Services Manager.
  • Coordinates with Deputy County Managers on matters affecting their divisions and ensures follow-through on directives from weekly County Manager meetings.
  • Manages the County’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including preparation of the biennial Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan and coordination for Commission and state approvals.
  • Facilitates partnerships and funding coordination with nonprofit agencies receiving capital outlay funds through Bernalillo County.
  • Organizes and hosts public meetings and responds to inquiries related to the biennial CIP.
  • Coordinates with bond counsel and the Clerk’s Office to place General Obligation (GO) bond questions from the approved CIP on the November general election ballot.
  • Participates in key negotiation efforts, such as UNMH Mill Levy and lease discussions.
  • Develops new County policies and Administrative Instructions aligned with strategic goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Represents the County Manager in communications with organizations such as the New Mexico Association of Counties.
  • Delivers public presentations and speaks on behalf of the County Manager on significant issues.
  • Leads high-level projects requiring collaboration across multiple County divisions.
  • Prepares data analysis and executive reports to support informed decision-making by the County Manager.
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal leadership, Commissioners, staff, and external partners.


*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

  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Twelve (12) years of related experience.

*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:

  • Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Essential job duties are performed indoors in climate-controlled environment.
  • Primary work surface is even, dry, carpeted or tiled floor.
  • Works alone primarily, with or without directions.
  • Works with a group at times and with a select team at times.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
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