Chief Executive Officer

Location: Orange City, FL

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for real estate and community engagement?

We’re on the lookout for a dynamic and forward-thinking Chief Executive Officer to steer our local Realtor association into its next chapter. As the CEO, you'll be the driving force behind our mission, guiding the association to new heights while fostering strong relationships with our members and stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

At our association, we believe in making a real impact in the real estate industry and our community. This is your chance to lead a small yet dedicated team, collaborate with influential board members, and shape the future of real estate advocacy and education in Volusia County, FL.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management: Chart the course for our association’s success! You'll lead a passionate team, manage resources, and drive strategic initiatives to meet our organizational goals.
• Board Collaboration: Partner with our board of directors to craft and execute policies and programs that align with our mission and vision.
• Member Engagement: Build and nurture strong relationships with our members, ensuring their needs are met through effective communication, education, and advocacy.
• Advocacy & Representation: Be the voice of our association in local, state, and national real estate matters. Advocate for our members and monitor the Volusia Real Estate Political Action Committee.
• Program Development: Oversee the creation and implementation of valuable educational programs, events, and services, including managing the West Volusia Realtors Foundation.
• Compliance: Ensure our operations are transparent, accountable, and in line with all relevant laws and industry standards, including NAR's Core Standards.
• Financial Oversight: Manage our budget, financial reporting, and fundraising activities to maintain financial health and sustainability.

About West Volusia REALTORS Association

On February 28, 1940, W.V. Gould Sr. was elected President of the DeLand Real Estate Board by the six members who were present. In June of the same year, the President of NAR presented their charter. By 1954 the Board had 21 REALTOR® members and in 1956 they named the first REALTOR® of the Year. In 1963 the Board decided to begin a Multiple Listing system and by 1965 they had 36 members. In 1971 the Board hired Ann Caskey to handle the listings in the MLS at $1.00 per listing. There were 171 listings. In 1976 the first computer based MLS books were printed.

In 1975 the Board rented an office on North Amelia Avenue and in 1979 the Board moved into offices on East New York Avenue. 1984 was the charter year for the Honor Society where twenty-four members were inducted.

In 1989 the first Leadership Retreat was held and the Board hosted Dr. Joyce Brothers who spoke on “The Art of Persuasion.” In 1991 the Board name changed to the West Volusia Association of REALTORS® and the Association purchased the current office in Orange City.

Today, WVAR serves over 1,600 real estate professionals and industry partners in Volusia County and Central Florida and continues to experience tremendous growth as the West Volusia community continues to expand.