Proactively monitoring, researching, and identifying local proposals that may negatively impact the real estate industry, business environment, ACAR members, and the communities they serve ·Collaborating with housing nonprofits and government agencies across Cuyahoga, Summit, and Portage Counties to support real estate-focused initiatives ·Building relationships within neighborhoods and municipalities to position REALTORS® as trusted, engaged local leaders ·Representing ACAR at local council meetings, community events, and other public forums to advance advocacy positions in partnership with the Vice President of Advocacy ·Supporting programming and initiatives related to affordable housing, community development, revitalization, and Fair Housing education in collaboration with the Vice President of Advocacy and other ACAR staff ·Partnering with the Vice President of Advocacy and Communications Department to support public affairs and consumer outreach strategies that influence policy and strengthen ACAR’s reputation ·Drafting content for internal and external communications, including blog posts, letters to elected officials, and advocacy materials ·Creating and distributing program materials to enhance awareness and impact of ACAR’s initiatives ·Serving as staff liaison to the Community Outreach Council and Legislative Committee; organizing REALTOR® Give Back Days and other fundraising events ·Leading and managing assigned projects, including event planning, execution, and budget oversight ·Overseeing the #Homeforall Community Fund, managing the grant application and award process, and coordinating fundraising efforts ·Managing and promoting ACAR’s “Good Neighbor” program to highlight and support REALTOR® involvement in the community Knowledge and skills required: ·Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially in Excel and Mail Merge) ·Strong knowledge of social media ·Excellent written and verbal communication skills ·Strong organizational and time-management abilities ·Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities Experience: