Real Estate Manager

Bernalillo County; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 79,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote & flex-work options

Health benefits

Education assistance program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bernalillo County in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Real Estate Manager to lead the Real Estate Section, guiding planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of county real property. The role requires a Bachelor's in Business Management or related field, 9+ years in real estate, 2+ years in management, and IRWA designation or plan to obtain within 30 months.

It offers a comprehensive benefits package, remote/flex options, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field.
• Nine years of real estate experience.
• Two years of managerial experience.
• IRWA designation or ability to obtain within 30 months.
• NM real estate license required.

Responsibilities

• Manages the operations and staff of the Real Estate Section.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures for real estate activities.
• Maintains accurate records of all County-owned real estate transactions.
• Oversees negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real estate with County departments and state/federal agencies.
• Prepares, reviews, and evaluates legal documents related to real and personal property interests.
• Submits complete document and map packages to appraisers and engineers for project support.
• Acts as the primary liaison with property owners during acquisition and negotiation processes.
• Applies knowledge of administrative and managerial principles to evaluate and improve program effectiveness.

Skills

Real estate

Management

Negotiation

Policy development

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

IRWA designation

Tools

GIS applications

Transactional databases

Microsoft Office

Property maps

Job description

Real Estate Manager

Department: Public Works - Technical Services

Location: 2400 BROADWAY SE

Pay Range: $78,582.00 - $124,093.00

Close Date: November 24, 2026

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

The Real Estate Manager oversees the Real Estate Section, including the planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real property, and supervises section personnel. Develops policies and procedures related to real estate transactions and maintains records of all County-owned real estate. Supervisory responsibilities include selection, training, performance evaluation, coaching, discipline, and termination.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the operations and staff of the Real Estate Section.


• Develops and implements policies and procedures for real estate activities.


• Maintains accurate records of all County-owned real estate transactions.


• Oversees research, planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real estate, coordinating with County departments and State and Federal agencies.


• Prepares, reviews, and evaluates legal documents related to real and personal property interests.


• Submits complete document and map packages to appraisers and engineers for project support.


• Acts as the primary liaison with property owners during acquisition and negotiation processes.


• Applies knowledge of administrative and managerial principles to evaluate and improve program effectiveness.

*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 Management or a related field.


• Nine (9) years of work experience involving real estate.


• Two (2) years of experience in a managerial role.

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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain an International Right of Way Association (IRWA) designation or obtain the designation within thirty (30) months of hire.


• Real estate project management experience for federal, state, or local government is preferred.


• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico real estate license.

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

• Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.


• Adherence to all County safety guidelines.


• Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.


• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.


• Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Essential duties are performed primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.


• Work is conducted on level surfaces, typically carpeted or tiled and generally dry.


• Work may be performed independently, with or without direct supervision.


• Travel in a County vehicle may be required on an as-needed basis for site visits and meetings.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

• Frequently uses standard office equipment including a telephone, computer, printer, copier, and scanner.


• Works with real estate management tools such as GIS applications, legal documents, title reports, property maps, contracts, and transactional databases.


• Handles a variety of materials including files, forms, reports, correspondence, and general office supplies.