Real Property Special Projects Supervisor

Real Property Special Projects Supervisor

Salary

$75,649.60 - $79,456.00 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2700063

Department

Municipal Development

Division

MD-Real Property

Opening Date

07/21/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

NU

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Position Summary

Oversee and coordinate real property activities including right-of-way, easements, title review, surveys, appraisals, and the acquisition, and disposal of property; implement program goals and objectives and perform a variety of administrative, professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Oversee and coordinate real property projects including right-of-way, easements, title review, surveys, appraisals, and the acquisition, and disposal of property according to applicable rules and regulations as requested by City departments.
• Coordinate with City and other governmental agencies, contract appraisers, project managers and negotiators for City real property acquisitions; prepare required documents for right-of-way acquisition functions; including easements, licenses, plats, and contracts.
• Supervise Real Property agents and contract negotiators in City property acquisition.
• Report to management on property acquisition project status; provide property acquisition cost estimates as required.
• Provide information to the Legal Department for condemnation of properties and settlement negotiations; consult with the legal department in preparation of documents, easements, licenses and contracts as needed.
• Review and approve plats for signature; review, approve and sign in supervisors absence.
• Assist in determining compensation due to the City as a result of a proposed vacation of City rights-of-way.
• Assist in the formulation of City policies and procedures related to real property issues.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the public regarding City property information; research City records as needed to provide accurate information.
• Supervise and participate in title, platting and City property research; supervise and participate in the closing of City purchased properties in coordination with the Legal Department and other City departments.
• Participate in the qualifying, selection and quality control of contract appraisers, title searchers and acquisition contractors; specify required duties for contract and City negotiators.
• Participate in preparation and administration of assigned budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Represent the Real Property Division at meetings as requested by the Real Property Manager.
• Advise and consult with other City agencies; prepare required documents and update checklists for right-of-way acquisition functions.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in business administration or real estate; and

Five (5) years of professional real property, real estate, and/or right-of-way experience; and

To include two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience.

Experience working with easements, property acquisition, title research, permitting, real estate contracts, property disposal, negotiations, and survey/plan review is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office and field environment; may travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, inclement weather conditions.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods; light lifting and carrying.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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01

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

02

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

03

Do you possess the lead or supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please select yes and attach your certificate. (Lead is defined as monitors projects, programs or people.)

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess experience working with easements, property acquisition, title research, permitting, real estate contracts, property disposal, negotiations, and survey/plan review?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV