Government Affairs Director

Job Purpose

Cape Fear REALTORS®, located in beautiful coastal Wilmington, NC seeks a Government Affairs Director to join our team. As a large local association with over 3,600 members, this is a great opportunity to bring your passion for political affairs to the next level.

Based on issue priorities, the successful candidate will lead advocacy efforts on behalf of the association on a local level; will work directly with local lawmakers and regulators to monitor issues and educate them on association positions; and will provide strategic advocacy support to the association. Additionally, this position will engage members through policy and political outreach efforts and manage the day-to-day activities of the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC). This includes developing and implementing fundraising strategies, managing investor relations, and facilitating candidate interviews.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Lead Advocate/Strategist:

• Based on issue priorities, lead advocacy efforts on behalf of the association on a local level.
• Work directly with local lawmakers and regulators to monitor issues and educate them on association positions.
• Provide strategic advocacy support to the association.

Committee Liaison:

• Staff liaison to the Governmental Affairs Committee, RPAC Committee, and co-staff liaison to Community Relations Committee.
• Work with committee chair to set agendas, coordinate guest speakers, and facilitate all communications with the committee.
• Work with committee to identify issue priorities, action strategies, and keep minutes.
• Update committees on collaborative efforts pertaining to their goals and strategies.
• Staff liaison to the RPAC Committee and Candidate Selection Task Force (CSTF).
• Develop annual fundraising plan for reaching RPAC investment goals.
• Execute plans and ensure compliance with state and federal law.
• Work with the CSTF to identify candidates for support and funding.

BASE Liaison:

• Coordinate with BASE members and staff on issues of mutual interest including communication, messaging, and position development of those issues.
• Collaborate on political/candidate events that benefit the members.
• Support CFR appointed member liaison to BASE.

National/State Connection:

• Collaborate with NAR/NCR on federal candidates and issues.
• Collaborate with the state association on state candidates and issues.

REALTOR Party Efforts:

• Support Calls for Action, write grants including but not limited to Smart Growth, Housing Opportunity, Broker Involvement, Placemaking, and Issue Mobilization funding.
• Encourage participation and manage the Broker Involvement Program and use the Land Use Initiatives to review local ordinances.

Coalitions & Community:

• Build local relationships to assist in furthering issue priorities.
• Serve as a Liaison to Home Builders’ Association local, state, and national chapters and local and state Chambers of Commerce.

Education:

• Write articles for the CFR newsletters (including RCASENCE), blog, and use other communication modes to educate the members about advocacy efforts and supported candidates.

Branding:

• Coordinate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to secure earned media for advocacy related issues.
• Build positive relationships with local media contacts.

Administration:

• Maintain department files and serve as key contact for staff relating to government affairs activities.

Core Standards:

• Assists CEO to ensure related NAR Core Standards are achieved annually.

Professional Standards Administrator:

• Handles all administrative aspects of professional standards cases including responding to complaints, scheduling hearings, and supporting hearing panel members.

Education and Experience

• Four years experience in a REALTOR® related association or business is preferred.
• Four to six years of experience in an advocacy-related field.
• Prior lobbying experience a plus.
• Real estate advocacy experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or related degree preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Wilmington, NC 28405 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, NC 28405: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $96,000