Government Affairs Director

Job Summary

The Government Affairs Director works collaboratively with the Vice President of Public Policy to be an effective member of the Government Affairs team serving members to meet a broad range of legislative and regulatory needs of REALTORS® on issues impacting housing, property rights, and real estate.

Primary Duties

 Work in a collaborative team setting to advance and support CAR’s legislative and electoral positions.

 Inform, educate, and train CAR members on the political process and in support of CAR’s legislative

goals.

 Assist in the preparation for various CAR Government Affairs committees.

 Identify opportunities within government affairs for membership recruitment and retention.

 Identify, develop, execute and evaluate government affairs projects or program needs.

 Support work related to local and legislative elections

 Assist with determining policy positions and providing information on legislation to CAR’s Legislative Policy Committee (LPC) and Subcommittees.

 Work with the Vice President of Public Policy on devising talking points, legislative testimony, rulemaking

comments, and legislative or policy strategies.

 Work to establish and maintain a strong REALTOR party presence at the state and local level by both

using and educating about various REALTOR party services and resources available.

 Support internal political fundraising for the REALTOR® Party Action Committee (RPAC).

Other Duties

 Work with CAR Member Services team to effectively communicate government affairs efforts.

 Attend and assist at various CAR events throughout the year.

 Research and analyze impact of public policy on REALTORS®, consumers and/or the real estate industry.

 Work with NAR and other state REALTOR associations regarding policy affecting REALTORS® and the real estate industry.

 Monitor, as needed, various commissions, task forces, government agencies, regulatory or

legislative meetings.

 Build and maintain effective communication and working partnerships with appropriate governmental

agencies and elected officials, private organizations, and other associations involved in public policy

affecting housing, property rights or real estate in general.

 Advocate in support of CAR’s priorities or positions.

Travel

Occasional travel, including occasional out-of-state destinations, to be expected in this role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or more than 3 years experience in political advocacy or on election

campaigns.

• Experience and demonstrated success in political advocacy or election campaigns.

• Excellent teamwork skills.

• Results-oriented with high attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and meet deadlines in a dynamic,

fast-paced team environment.

• Self-starter, with sound political instincts, and ability to work remotely and while traveling.

• Ability to organize and motivate individuals to action in shaping the political environment around

housing, property rights or real estate.

• Strong policy research and analysis ability.

• Exceptional professional communication skills – verbal, written and presentation.

• Excellent customer relations and interpersonal skills with a high level of responsiveness.

• Ability to learn new software and database programs.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with public policy related to the housing market and real estate industry.

• Political experience with voluntary, membership-based statewide association.

• Ability to identify innovative solutions to complex problems and proactively develop strategies to

address problems.

• Experience working on candidate, independent expenditure or ballot measure campaigns.

• Experience with state or local campaign finance reporting and requirements.

Summary of Salary and Benefits - This list is not exhaustive. More details can be provided by request and can be found in CAR's Handbook and benefit summary.

Salary range for role - $75,000-$94,650 commensurate with experience

Paid Time Off - Years 1-3 Accrual of 14 hours per month or 168 hours per year

Health and Other - CAR pays for employee health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Life and FAMLI. Dependents are paid for by employee.

Remote Work - This position has some required presence in the office but offers a flexible hybrid arrangement.

401k - All employees over 21 are eligible to participate in CAR's Safe Harbor 401k plan after 6 months of continuous employment. Details on matching and vesting available upon request.