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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JCV508: Code Enforcement Coordinator

Code Enforcement Coordinator

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV508
5
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
47,445.00 - 59,571.00 - 74,901.00 USD Annual
$22.81 - $28.64 - $36.01
$47,445.00 - $59,571.00 - $74,901.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Code Enforcement Coordinator supports and coordinates the County’s code enforcement efforts related to nuisance abatement. Under the general direction of the department director, the position oversees interdepartmental efforts to assess, document, and correct nuisance properties. This role involves collaboration with multiple County departments, public agencies, and the public to ensure effective and lawful enforcement of applicable ordinances and regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate the activities of County departments involved in the identification, investigation, and abatement of nuisance properties.
  • Assist with initial inspections of problem properties; evaluate conditions and determine appropriate enforcement mechanisms.
  • Collaborate with staff from departments such as Building, Zoning, Environmental Health, Public Works, Animal Control, Sheriff’s Office, Housing, and the County Attorney to specify and enforce corrective actions based on County codes and ordinances.
  • Maintain detailed records of enforcement efforts, including reports, photographs, comments, and documents entered into the County’s computerized land use and permitting database.
  • Research property ownership records; initiate contact with property owners to communicate violations and required corrective actions.
  • Coordinate the preparation of criminal complaints and other legal documents related to enforcement actions.
  • Lead regular interdepartmental meetings to review progress on active cases and initiate new enforcement projects.
  • Review existing policies and ordinances related to nuisance abatement and recommend updates to improve enforcement and address community needs.
  • Serve as an expert witness in court proceedings involving nuisance abatement and code enforcement cases.
  • Attend public or community meetings to provide information, respond to questions, and report on code enforcement activities.
  • Coordinate special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

*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 Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Public/Business Administration or a related field.
  • Two (2) year of experience in a professional capacity involving building, zoning or land use regulation, inspection or administration.
  • Two (2) years working in a project management capacity.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Candidate must be currently certified by International Code Council as Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector or be able to obtain certification within twelve (12) months of employment.

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.
  • Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Employee must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
  • Employee must be able to perform the physical demands required of fieldwork

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
  • Indoor duties are performed in both temperature controlled and non-temperature-controlled environments. 
  • Worker is exposed to natural weather conditions, which may be severe, while performing outdoors duties.
  • Indoor duties are performed on even surfaces, which may be carpet, tile, or concrete, and may be either wet or dry. 
  • Outdoor duties may be either wet or dry. 
  • Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces, which may be wet or dry. 
  • Outdoor duties may be performed on surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, natural ground, ice, snow, gravel, or shingled roofs. 
  • Stairs, ladders, and scaffolding are used in the performance of outdoor duties.
  • Worker may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases and poor ventilation in performance of essential duties
  • Work hazards, or potential hazards, include working in heights and around active construction sites and scaffolding. 
  • Other hazards include exposure to lose animals.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Materials handled include the forms of paperwork discussed in the preceding sections.

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

  • Basic office supplies such as stapler, pens, and pencils are used in carrying out essential job duties.
  • County vehicle is used on an as needed basis.

Revision: 8/21/2025 1:40:29 PM