Association Executive

Monterey County Association of REALTORS®; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Monterey County Association of REALTORS® seeks an Association Executive, a full-time, on-site leader in Monterey, CA, to guide operations, strategy, and member services for the organization.

This role oversees staff, budgets, and compliance with REALTOR® standards, coordinates board meetings, and drives educational offerings, vendor relations, and advocacy at regional and state levels to strengthen member value.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including staff supervision, strategic planning, and organizational oversight.
• Experience in association management, nonprofit administration, or a closely related field, preferably within real estate or a professional trade organization.
• Strong communication abilities, including clear written and verbal communication, presentation skills, and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in office software, databases, and basic financial tools, with the ability to manage budgets, reports, and operational systems.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with members, community partners, and government entities, and to advocate for organizational priorities.
• Solid problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills, with attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communications, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of real estate industry practices, property rights issues, or public policy is beneficial; familiarity with REALTOR® association structure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee staff, budgets, and compliance with REALTOR® association standards.
• Coordinate board and committee meetings, implement strategic initiatives, and communicate with members and external partners.
• Develop educational offerings, monitor industry trends, and advocate for member value and organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration/communications

Tools

Office software

Databases

Financial tools

Job description

Company Description The Monterey County Association of REALTORS® is a professional trade organization dedicated to supporting real estate practitioners and advancing high standards of professionalism. The Association focuses on promoting and protecting property rights, advocating for policies that support a healthy real estate market, and encouraging sustainable home ownership. It serves as a resource for real estate professionals through education, networking, and industry guidance. The Association works collaboratively with members and community partners to strengthen the real estate industry in Monterey County.

Role Description The Association Executive is a full-time, on-site role based in Monterey, CA, responsible for leading the operations, strategy, and member services of the Monterey County Association of REALTORS®. This role oversees staff, manages budgets, and ensures compliance with relevant laws, policies, and REALTOR® association standards. The Association Executive coordinates board and committee meetings, implements strategic initiatives, and maintains effective communication with members, the Board of Directors, and external partners. Daily responsibilities include managing member programs and events, supervising administrative functions, maintaining vendor and stakeholder relationships, and representing the Association in regional and state-level real estate and governmental affairs. The role also involves developing educational offerings, monitoring industry trends, and recommending improvements to enhance member value and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including staff supervision, strategic planning, and organizational oversight.
• Experience in association management, nonprofit administration, or a closely related field, preferably within real estate or a professional trade organization.
• Strong communication abilities, including clear written and verbal communication, presentation skills, and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in office software, databases, and basic financial tools, with the ability to manage budgets, reports, and operational systems.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with members, community partners, and government entities, and to advocate for organizational priorities.
• Solid problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills, with attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communications, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of real estate industry practices, property rights issues, or public policy is beneficial; familiarity with REALTOR® association structure is a plus.