Real Estate Manager

Bernalillo County•Melrose, MA
•$78,582 - $124,093

About The Position

The Real Estate Manager oversees the Real Estate Section, including planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real property, and supervises section personnel. The position develops policies and procedures related to real estate transactions and maintains records of all County-owned real estate. Supervisory duties include selection, training, performance evaluation, coaching, discipline, and termination. The role coordinates real estate activities with County departments and State and Federal agencies, prepares and evaluates legal documents concerning property interests, and serves as the primary liaison with property owners during acquisition and negotiation processes. Essential duties are performed primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Travel in a County vehicle may be required as needed for site visits and meetings.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field.
  • Nine years of work experience involving real estate.
  • Two years of experience in a managerial role.
  • Must possess and maintain an International Right of Way Association (IRWA) designation or obtain it within 30 months of hire.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico real estate license.
  • Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
  • Complete all FEMA trainings assigned to the position.
  • Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintain a valid license while employed.
  • Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
  • Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

  • Manage the operations and staff of the Real Estate Section.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for real estate activities.
  • Maintain accurate records of all County-owned real estate transactions.
  • Oversee research, planning, negotiation, acquisition, and disposition of real estate, coordinating with County departments and State and Federal agencies.
  • Prepare, review, and evaluate legal documents related to real and personal property interests.
  • Submit complete document and map packages to appraisers and engineers for project support.
  • Act as the primary liaison with property owners during acquisition and negotiation processes.
  • Apply administrative and managerial principles to evaluate and improve program effectiveness.
  • Select, train, evaluate the performance of, coach, discipline, and terminate section personnel.

Benefits

  • Generous leave accruals
  • Career development opportunities
  • Remote and flex-work options as appropriate
  • Longevity pay
  • Education assistance program
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
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