Executive Director Position Profile

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1 Executive Director Position Profile This search is being conducted by On behalf of the

2 Seeking Full-Time Executive Director Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS, Edina, MN Compensation: Salary up to $180,000 based upon experience plus benefits (healthcare, dental, short-term disability, profit sharing and 401K) Budget: $5.5 million Application Deadline: February 6, 2015 Send Cover Letter, Resume and Salary Requirements to The Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS (MAAR), with the support of Association Options, is recruiting and evaluating candidates for the position of Executive Director. About the Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS Established in 1887, MAAR is the leading regional provider of information services, research and education on the real estate industry for brokers, real estate professionals and the public. With more than 7,000 members, MAAR is the largest local association in Minnesota and one of the 25 largest local REALTOR associations in the nation, and serves the Twin Cities 13-county metro area and western Wisconsin. MAAR Value Proposition MAAR supports an organized real estate environment and provides local REALTORS with essential market information, educational resources, a trusted networking community, an effective industry voice and strong leadership for greater professional success. MAAR Mission To provide the resources and leadership for REALTORS to succeed. MAAR Vision To be the local real estate resource for a global market. Under the leadership of a 22-member Board of Directors and with the support of a staff of 16 and guided by 12 committees/task forces, MAAR offers its members professional resources, ethical standards, powerful government influence, competitive advantage for their career development, innovative technology service, commitment to strengthen REALTOR promotion in the community, and opportunities to network with colleagues. 2

3 Position Description MAAR is eager to identify a dynamic association executive who is prepared to build upon the current successes of the Association. The successful candidate will serve as the Executive Director of MAAR, overseeing the operations and activities of the Association as a whole, advising and making recommendations to the Officers, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, administering and implementing decisions made by the Board of Directors, and maintaining effective staff performance to assure the attainment of the association s goals. MAAR s goals are as follows: 1. Organizational Capacity To create robust organizational systems and finances, and foster employee and volunteer leadership to enable the attainment of other goals. 2. Member Engagement To foster an engaged community of members that value and utilize MAAR programs and services. 3. Professional Development and Business Success To enhance members business and professional success through delivery of exceptional services, programs and tailored education relevant to a dynamic industry environment. 4. Community Engagement To have a visible and positive impact in the communities MAAR members serve. 5. Advocacy To impact and positively influence housing and real estate-related legislation and regulation in the Twin Cities region, and enlist engaged REALTORS in those efforts. The successful candidate will be an experienced non-profit association executive, skilled talent manager with the ability to train, motivate and work with others, an excellent communicator and consensus builder, and an innovative and forward-thinking leader. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Within the limits of MAAR s guiding documents, the Executive Director is responsible for, and has commensurate authority to accomplish, the following duties and responsibilities. The Executive Director may delegate portions of his/her responsibilities consistent with sound operations and staff competency, together with proportionate authority for their fulfillment, but the Executive Director may not delegate nor relinquish any portion of his/her accountability for results. Organizational Leadership Provide oversight and guidance to all programs and staff Provide oversight of a 16-member staff team, including monitoring staff performance and ensuring an adequate staffing plan See that MAAR is staffed with competent professionals; that they are delegated authority and are equitably compensated; and that appropriate limitations of their authority are defined and understood with respect to policy, commitment, expenditures and actions affecting personnel; and that they receive on-going training to assist them in performing their job functions Responsible for the overall personnel policy, for hiring of key management personnel and overseeing the hiring of support personnel, maintenance of salary administration procedures, and has ultimate responsibility and authority for promotions and terminations 3

4 Ensure a growth-oriented, skill-centered environment in which staff grows and develops skills helpful to meeting the goals and objectives of the organization With advice and input from the Leadership Team, formulate and recommend policies and programs, including financial and budgeting for approval by the Board of Directors Review MAAR activities and ensure those activities support stated goals and objectives See that the development of programs authorized by the Board of Directors are implemented in a timely manner and that they are effectively administered and controlled Ensure legal filings are current in the state of Minnesota Authorize, execute or delegate such contracts, agreements, and commitments as may be necessary to carry out the goals and objectives of the organization Execute or delegate such other general responsibilities as directed by the Board of Directors or Executive Committee Financial Management Develop an annual budget with input from staff and committee and Board volunteers Ensure adherence to the budget through monthly review of financial statements, forecasting and monitoring Develop and maintain an appropriate budgetary procedure with the Finance Committee Oversee the authorized and proper expenditures of funds and assure that all funds, physical assets, and other property of the Association are appropriately safeguarded and administered Board and Volunteer Engagement Ensure that the MAAR Board of Directors is kept fully informed on the activities and operations of the Association, including proactive communication regarding progress toward strategic goals and financial performance In conjunction with the President, develop agendas and materials for Board of Directors meetings and conference calls as needed Oversee governance training and best practices Execute and implement all decisions of the Board of Directors Proactively bring ideas for service and program improvements to the Board of Directors Provide appropriate staff liaisons to committees and provide authority to staff members to enable them to properly perform those liaison functions, and provide committee chairs with all necessary support and assistance Promote interest and active participation in MAAR activities by the membership at large, and supervise proper communication of activities of the Board of Directors and committees through the communication vehicles of the Association Partnerships Manage relationships with state and national REALTOR Associations Ensure appropriate communication between staff, board and/or leadership Monitor member satisfaction 4

5 With the Leadership Team and staff, represent the Association with industry related groups and at industry related meetings Build and maintain collaborative opportunities and relationships within the REALTOR family and the broader community Public Relations Oversee all inquiries from the media Ensure the appropriate volunteer is designated to address media inquiries Oversee the development of all press releases Serve as the spokesperson for MAAR within the organization and throughout the community Executive Director Profile The ideal candidate for this position will be a dedicated leader who embraces change and is highly motivated to create a social, political, economic and cultural landscape that's conducive to staff and member success. She/he will bring a variety of experiences and attributes to the Association including: Excellent communication skills including the ability to articulate the value of MAAR to its members, stakeholders and the community; communicate directly and clearly with staff and volunteers; and active listening skills Ability to build and cultivate relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders Ability to build (recruit and retain), lead and motivate an effective team of staff, volunteers and leadership Understand the importance of strategic planning and the ability to execute and implement an annual work plan to achieve the Association s goals and objectives Financial leadership and understanding of sound financial management practices Respectful, honest, transparent, and ethical leadership style Respect for and ability to promote diversity on the Board of Directors, staff and to members Progressive, innovative and thoughtful leadership Qualifications The Executive Director must be committed to MAAR s mission and vision, and should have proven leadership experience. Concrete demonstrable experience and other qualifications include: Required Must have strong written and oral communication skills and be a persuasive and passionate communicator Must reside in, or be willing to relocate, to the Minneapolis metropolitan area Must be comfortable speaking in front of professional groups 5

6 Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people Minimum 5 years of management experience Demonstrated ability to plan organization-wide activities (setting objectives, developing strategies, budgeting, developing policies and procedures and organizing the functions necessary to accomplish the activities) Willingness to travel to state and national meetings as approved by the Board of Directors Must demonstrate passion, idealism, integrity, and a positive attitude, and be mission-driven and self-directed In-depth knowledge of the management process as it relates to growth and long-term planning is required Must be able to think strategically and critically, synthesize complex issues and information and manage change Prior meeting management oversight or experience Bachelors degree or higher required Understanding of legal and ethical environments of real estate, regulatory and professional standards Experience managing a team of 10+ Preferred Experience maintaining a successful relationship with public and elected officials Proven track record of working successfully with a Board of Directors A record in growing organizations from a revenue and value perspective Financial management in a non-profit organization, including budget preparation and implementation Have served in the real estate industry (i.e. Former REALTOR ) Application Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements by February 6, 2015 to the search firm. If these items are not provided in their entirety by the deadline, your submission will not be considered. In the cover letter, please provide brief details stating how you meet the qualifications listed and how you will positively contribute to MAAR now and into the future. Thoughtful responses are greatly appreciated by the search committee. Association Options, Inc. c/o Stacey Barnes MAARExecutive@gmail.com 6