Nominating Information

The First Vice President of NEAR is elected annually for a one-year term as part of the Slate of Officers recommended by the Nominating Committee, approved by the Board of Directors, and presented to the membership for a vote at NEAR’s annual meeting in October. Election to this position does not provide for automatic succession to higher office.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend all NEAR Board of Directors meetings (typically held monthly with the exception of July and August), as well as Executive Committee meetings (held as needed).
• Attend NEAR special events and programs, including NEAR Leadership Conference, education conference, annual awards celebration, advocacy fundraiser, and Installation.
• Keep abreast of business, legislative and regulatory issues.
• Respond to “Calls to Action” on critical legislative and regulatory issues from all three levels of the REALTOR® organization.
• Serve as communication liaison between NEAR and members.
  • Communicate about Association programs, services and events (in person and online/social media).
  • Collect feedback from members and share with the Board.
• Serve as an Association Ambassador by appearing at office meetings of local real estate brokerage firms and at other meetings and members forums, upon request, to educate agents and brokers on NEAR programs/member benefits and the value of REALTOR® membership.
• Understand and agree to abide by the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and other membership policies adopted by NEAR, MAR and NAR.
• Performs such duties and assignments as the NEAR President or Board of Directors may request.

State Association/MAR
The NEAR First Vice President may serve as a member of the MAR Board of Directors or as an alternate director.

MAR Meetings & Events – Attendance Requirements (if assigned as director or alternate):

• MAR Director Regional Meetings (2)
• MAR Board of Directors Meetings (2 – May and September)

Qualifications:

1. Must be a REALTOR® in good standing;
2. Must have held active membership in NEAR for a period of no less than 1 year prior to election;
3. Must be a licensed real estate agent or broker and acknowledge to the NEAR Nominating Committee any prior record of a license suspension, revocation, or other disciplinary action from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons or other real estate licensing authority in another state.

The Treasurer of NEAR is elected annually for a one-year term as part of the Slate of Officers recommended by the Nominating Committee, approved by the Board of Directors, and presented to the membership for a vote at NEAR’s annual meeting in October. Election to this position does not provide for automatic succession to higher office. Individuals may seek re-election to this office no more than once (for a total of two consecutive terms).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend all NEAR Board of Directors meetings (typically held monthly with the exception of July and August), as well as Executive Committee meetings (held as needed).
• Serve as Chairperson of the NEAR Finance Committee (approximately 6 meetings per year) and present quarterly financial reports to the Board of Directors.
• Request input from NEAR committees to assist the CEO and Finance Committee in the preparation of the association's annual budget.
• Provides financial updates to the membership, as appropriate.
• Attend NEAR special events and programs, including NEAR Leadership Conference, education conference, annual awards celebration, advocacy fundraiser, and Installation.
• Keep abreast of business, legislative and regulatory issues.
• Respond to “Calls to Action” on critical legislative and regulatory issues from all three levels of the REALTOR® organization.
• Serve as communication liaison between NEAR and members.
  • Communicate about Association programs, services and events (in person and online/social media).
  • Collect feedback from members and share with the Board.
• Serve as an Association Ambassador by appearing at office meetings of local real estate brokerage firms and at other meetings and members forums, upon request, to educate agents and brokers on NEAR programs/member benefits and the value of REALTOR® membership.
• Understand and agree to abide by the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and other membership policies adopted by NEAR, MAR and NAR.
• Performs such duties and assignments as the NEAR President or Board of Directors may request.

State Association/MAR
The NEAR Treasurer may serve as a member of the MAR Board of Directors or as an alternate director.

MAR Meetings & Events – Attendance Requirements (if assigned as director or alternate):

• MAR Director Regional Meetings (2)
• MAR Board of Directors Meetings (2 – May and September)

Qualifications:

1. Must be a REALTOR® in good standing;
2. Must have held active membership in NEAR for a period of no less than 1 year prior to election;
3. Must be a licensed real estate agent or broker and acknowledge to the NEAR Nominating Committee any prior record of a license suspension, revocation, or other disciplinary action from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons or other real estate licensing authority in another state.

The Secretary of NEAR is elected annually for a one-year term as part of the Slate of Officers recommended by the Nominating Committee, approved by the Board of Directors, and presented to the membership for a vote at NEAR’s annual meeting in October. Election to this position does not provide for automatic succession to higher office.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend all NEAR Board of Directors meetings (typically held monthly with the exception of July and August), as well as Executive Committee meetings (held as needed).
• Attend NEAR special events and programs, including NEAR Leadership Conference, education conference, annual awards celebration, advocacy fundraiser, and Installation.
• Keep abreast of business, legislative and regulatory issues.
• Respond to “Calls to Action” on critical legislative and regulatory issues from all three levels of the REALTOR® organization.
• Serve as communication liaison between NEAR and members.
  • Communicate about Association programs, services and events (in person and online/social media).
  • Collect feedback from members and share with the Board.
• Serve as an Association Ambassador by appearing at office meetings of local real estate brokerage firms and at other meetings and members forums, upon request, to educate agents and brokers on NEAR programs/member benefits and the value of REALTOR® membership.
• Understand and agree to abide by the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and other membership policies adopted by NEAR, MAR and NAR.
• Performs such duties and assignments as the NEAR President or Board of Directors may request.

State Association/MAR
The Secretary may serve as a member of the MAR Board of Directors or as an alternate director.

MAR Meetings & Events – Attendance Requirements (if assigned as director or alternate):

• MAR Director Regional Meetings (2)
• MAR Board of Directors Meetings (2 – May and September)

Qualifications:

1. Must be a REALTOR® in good standing;
2. Must have held active membership in NEAR for a period of no less than 1 year prior to election;
3. Must be a licensed real estate agent or broker and acknowledge to the NEAR Nominating Committee any prior record of a license suspension, revocation, or other disciplinary action from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons or other real estate licensing authority in another state.

Members of the NEAR Board of Directors are elected as part of the Slate of Officers recommended by the Nominating Committee, approved by the Board of Directors, and presented to the membership for a vote at NEAR’s annual meeting in October. The member shall serve for a term of three years, beginning on January 1 of the year following their election.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend all NEAR Board of Directors meetings (typically held monthly with the exception of July and August).
• Keep abreast of business, legislative and regulatory issues and act as a liaison between the association and state legislators and local elected/appointed in their market area.
• Respond to “Calls to Action” on critical legislative and regulatory issues from all three levels of the REALTOR® organization.
• Serve as communication liaison between NEAR and members.
  • Communicate about Association programs, services and events (in person and online/social media).
  • Collect feedback from members and share with the Board.
• Attend all NEAR Board of Directors meetings (typically held monthly with the exception of July and August) as well as NEAR special events and programs, including NEAR Leadership Conference, education conference, annual awards celebration, advocacy fundraiser, and Installation.
• Serve as an Association Ambassador by appearing at office meetings of local real estate brokerage firms and at other meetings and members forums, upon request, to educate agents and brokers on NEAR programs/member benefits and the value of REALTOR® membership.
• Understand and agree to abide by the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and other membership policies adopted by NEAR, MAR and NAR.

Qualifications

1. Must be a REALTOR® in good standing;
2. Must have held active membership in NEAR for a period of no less than 1 year prior to election;
3. Must be a licensed real estate agent or broker and acknowledge to the NEAR Nominating Committee any prior record of a license suspension, revocation, or other disciplinary action from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons or other real estate licensing authority in another state.

Directors of the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) are the voice and vote on state level issues and business matters, including legislative policy and positions, funding for new and existing MAR programs and services, and other important decisions that affect MAR members.

State directors also serve as members of the NEAR Board of Directors and are elected as part of the Slate of Officers recommended by the Nominating Committee, approved by the Board of Directors, and presented to the membership for a vote at NEAR’s annual meeting in October. The member shall serve for a term of two years, beginning on January 1 of the year following their election. While elected by NEAR, those who serve as MAR Directors owe their fiduciary duty to the state REALTOR® association.

Duties & Responsibilities
In addition to NEAR Director duties, MAR Directors also have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Attend MAR Director meetings for the Northern Region.
  • There are typically 2 regional meetings per year, held in advance of regularly scheduled MAR Board of Directors meetings. The purpose of regional meetings is to review and discuss MAR financial reports and information and business items to be considered and voted upon at the forthcoming Directors meeting.
• Attend MAR Directors Meetings (2 per year in May and September, others held as needed).
• Directors are expected to prepare for meetings by attending the pre-meetings and reviewing the agenda and support documentation distributed in advance of each meeting via MAR’s website.
• Seek the opinions and/or solicit advice from NEAR leadership on issues under consideration by the MAR Board of Directors.
• Participate in special MAR programs and events, including the annual Awards program, Installation of Officers and Directors program, and REALTOR® Day on Beacon Hill.
• Respond to “Calls to Action” on critical legislative and regulatory issues from all three levels of the REALTOR® organization.
• Serve as an ambassador and communications liaison between MAR and NEAR members on critical legislative and industry issues as well as on membership programs and services.
• Understand and agree to abide by the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and other membership policies adopted by NEAR, MAR and NAR, as well as be familiar with the public policy position statements and strategic plans of these organizations.

Qualifications

1. Must be a REALTOR® in good standing;
2. Must be a licensed real estate agent or broker and acknowledge to the NEAR Nominating Committee any prior record of a license suspension, revocation, or other disciplinary action from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons or other real estate licensing authority in another state; and
3. Has served on a Local Association Board of Directors or Committee or an MAR Committee, Work Group, Presidential Advisory Group, or Task Force within the past five (5) years.