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Our HR dept has asked us to post this job opportunity within NAR. Also, don’t forget about CRT’s job opportunity.

Chief Technology Officer/Senior Vice President

NAR seeks a chief technical adviser and technology spokesperson within the Association and on behalf of the real estate industry. The CTO represents the Association in business and IT arenas as its technology innovator and champion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and execute the technology strategic and annual plan. Develop a 3-5 year technology “road map” and drive its implementation on time and under budget.
• Provide overarching technological direction to the Association; determine IT initiatives, strategies, operating plans, and long term systems needs in collaboration with the CEO; review all technological operations from a strategic perspective and ensure they are aligned with Association’s tactical goals.
• Develop a technology vision for the real estate industry and REALTORS®; convey the vision interactively with the membership.
• Identify new internet based services for members and evaluate current services and programs for improvement.
• As a member of the senior management team, participate in planning Association growth and coordinating the strategic plan with the development of technological systems and capabilities.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. At least 10 years experience in information technology field at a senior level. Comprehensive and current knowledge of the information systems technology field, including knowledge of state of the art hardware and software. Superior written and verbal communication skills, as well as superior presentation skills, both technical and non technical. Adept at making presentations in such venues as technology conferences and trade shows. The CTO will be adept at forging relationships with top technology leaders.

We offer a rewarding and challenging work environment along with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter stating salary requirements to:
Douglas P. Hinderer, Senior Vice President/Human Resources: dhindere@realtors.org