Governmental Affairs and Policy Director

Responsibilities

Leads the development and execution of the association’s governmental relations strategy and serves as a key policy advisor to the association’s Leadership Team and Board of Directors regarding all advocacy, legislative and regulatory initiatives. This includes, but is not limited to, monitoring and acting on local government policies related to real estate, interacting with elected and appointed officials and community organizations, overseeing fundraising activities for the REALTORS Political Action Committee, and engaging with the Tennessee REALTORS and National Association of REALTORS governmental affairs and policy staff.

Required Competencies and Expertise

• Highly detail oriented with an aptitude for analyzing complex policy/regulatory issues, and accurately identifying and assessing political nuances.
• Proactive with an analytical mindset and excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, economics, political science, or related field.
• 3+ years of political, policy, or regulatory experience; real estate and housing experience.
• Knowledge of current real estate and housing issues.

About East Tennessee REALTORS

East Tennessee REALTORS is a trade association representing more than 6,000 members across 12 counties in East Tennessee involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries. The association is dedicated to building strong community partnerships in East Tennessee and advocating on behalf of its members by impacting public policy that affects the real estate industry on the local, state, and national levels.

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