JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Requirements and Qualifications:

· Committee Liaison: Staff liaison to the Legislative Committee. Works with the chair to set agendas, invite guest speakers, and educate the committee. Work with committee to identify issue priorities, action strategies, and develop minutes. Updates the committee on federal and state collaborative efforts.

· Lead Advocate: Based on issue priorities, leads advocacy efforts on behalf of the association on a local level. Work directly with lawmakers and regulators to monitor issues and educate them on association positions.

· National/State Connection: Collaborates with NAR on both federal candidates and issues. Collaborates with the state association on both state candidates and issues.

· REALTOR® Party Efforts: Supports Calls for Action, writes grants to utilize Realtor Party initiatives. Encourages participation in the Broker Involvement program and uses the Land Use Initiative to review local ordinances.

· Committee Liaison: Staff liaison to the REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC). Develops a plan for reaching RPAC investment goals. Executes plan and ensures compliance with state and federal law. Works with the RPAC Committee to identify candidates for support and funding.

· Coalitions: Builds local relationships to assist in furthering issue priorities.

· Education: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate the organization’s positions clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences. Write articles for the newsletter and uses other communication vehicles to educate the association membership about advocacy efforts and supported candidates.

· Branding: Coordinates with the communications specialist/director to secure media for advocacy related issues.

· Administration: Assists CEO/AE with budget for governmental affairs, and related activities. Maintain department files and serves as key contact for association staff relating to government affairs activities.

· Core Standards: Assists CEO/AE to ensure related NAR Core Standards are achieved annually.

· Hours and Travel: Must be able to work flexible hours including some holidays and travel as needed.

· A bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, government relations, or a related field is a plus, but commensurate experience will be considered.

· Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in government affairs, lobbying, or a related role, with a strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory process.

HOW TO APPLY