Applicant Information 

State Director Responsibilities
 

  1. Maintain a REALTOR® membership in good standing at OC REALTORS®. “Good standing” is defined in the OCR Bylaws, including but not limited to, that member satisfy the obligations of REALTOR® members set forth in Article VI, Section 1, is current with all financial and disciplinary obligations to OCR and MLS, has completed any new members requirements, and complies with NAR’s trademark rules.
  2. Abide by the terms of OC REALTORS®’s “State Director Commitment and Policy on Travel.”
  3. Act as an ambassador for OC REALTORS® and its members while fulfilling your duties as a state director. There is one one-year term available for a Director position for 2027.
  4. Agree to serve a minimum of one, 3-year term.
    *Note: Starting in 2021, OCR shall assign new state director applicants to three (3) year terms.
  5. Attend all three (3) C.A.R. state business meetings scheduled annually whether held live or virtually.
  6. Actively serve on three (3) state committees.
  7. Submit a written report within 2 weeks after conference but no later than the next meeting of the OCR Board of Directors.
  8. State Directors are expected to contribute $148 annually to the REALTOR® Action Fund - known as “True Cost of Doing Business” - to support REALTOR® advocacy and the protection of property rights.
  9. Serve in a volunteer capacity at OC REALTORS®, as a committee or task force member, as a project or event volunteer, or as a member of OC REALTORS®’s board of directors while serving as a State Director.
  10. Agree to use a personal or corporate credit card, or other form of payment, for all upfront travel-related expenses, including airfare, parking, ground transportation, hotel, hotel incidentals, and meals.
  11. Complete required training, including but not limited to: At Home With Diversity (or equivalent Fair Housing certification), NAR Fairhaven training, Implicit Bias training, and any additional professional standards or risk management training required by OCR, C.A.R., or NAR.
  12. Demonstrate participation and engagement in OCR activities.

Code of Conduct for State Director Attendees:

  1. Individuals are expected to prepare for meetings. This includes reviewing any documents provided before the meetings and being prepared to discuss anticipated issues.
  2. Individuals must be properly attired when representing the Association. Business attire is required unless otherwise advised.
  3. Individuals must act appropriately at all times, refrain from inappropriate conduct or harassment, and be subject to the same rules of conduct applicable to meetings and other activities of the Association. Engaging in inappropriate conduct toward other attendees or anyone while on travel is grounds for discipline pursuant to Association policy.
  4. Attendance at all meetings, including timely arrival and remaining present during the meetings, is required.
  5. Travel shall be the least expensive and most practical means. Attendees will only be reimbursed or compensated for previously approved Association expenses.
  6. All attendees shall prepare reports that are individually composed by the attendee and represent the perceptions and experiences of the attendee. The use of meeting organizer notes is not adequate.
  7. The Association reserves the right, through the Executive Committee, to suspend or revoke, with or without cause, the right of any individual to travel to any event or meeting where it appears they may be acting on behalf of the Association.

By reviewing, completing, signing and submitting:

  • A. You give permission to Credentials Committee to contact you for additional information regarding your qualifications and experience; and
  • B. You understand that the Credentials Committee will review your service record and conduct at OCR-sponsored events and other industry-related events, in accordance with the General Travel Policy.

By applying, I acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • I will comply with OCR’s Travel & Delegation Representation Policy
  • I will comply with OCR’s Code of Conduct for Delegates
  • I will submit required reports in accordance with OCR policy
  • I understand and accept all travel, reimbursement, and participation requirements outlined in policy

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE GENERAL TRAVEL POLICY AND CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ATTENDEES:

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Please rank your top 5 state committees from the list below:

 

Committee List
Business Technology ForumC.A.R. Scholarship Foundation/C.A.R. Education FoundationDefense Strategy Advisory
DiversityEnvironmental SustainabilityFair Housing & Diversity
FederalGlobal Real Estate ForumGovernment Affairs Directors Subcommittee
Home Ownership HousingHousing Affordability FundIMPAC Trustees
Industry Information & Membership ServicesInvestment HousingLegal Action Trustees
Legal Affairs ForumLegal Issues & InformationLegislative
Local Government PolicyMLS PolicyPolitical
Professional Development & Education ForumProfessional StandardsPublic Policy
Public Policy ForumREALTOR® Party of California Coordinating CommitteeREALTOR® Party of California Fundraising & Member Mobilization Advisory
REALTOR® Party of California Fundraising & Member Mobilization ForumREALTOR® Risk Management and Consumer Protection ForumREimagine! Conference & Expo Advisory
Standard Forms AdvisoryStandard Forms Forum on FormsStrategic Planning and Finance
Taxation & Government FinanceTransaction & RegulatoryYoung Professional Network Forum

TIMELINE FOR 2027 APPOINTMENTS
(Dates are subject to change)

MAY 2026
The deadline date for submitting 2027 C.A.R. Committee Leadership and Specialized/Advisory recommendations (Chair, Vice Chair or Issue Chair of Standing Committees, and Chair, Vice Chair or Members of Special or Advisory Committees) is Friday, May 8, 2026.

JUNE 2026
Leadership Team reviews all committee recommendations for Leadership and Members on Specialized/Advisory positions.
Members can submit recommendations ONLY for membership positions on Standing Committees after the May 8 deadline. 2027 Regional Chairs to notify C.A.R. via the online Committee Selection Process (www.car.org/meetings/carmeetings/committeeselection) of 2027 C.A.R. Committee Regional Representatives/Liaisons.

The deadline date for both of the above items is Thursday, July 31, 2026.

AUGUST 2026
2027 C.A.R. Chairs, Vice Chairs, Executive Committee, Committee Liaisons, Strategic Planning & Finance Committee and Specialized/Advisory committee selections finalized. Respective appointees confirmed.

SEPTEMBER 2026
Members notified of 2027 appointments via email. Regional Chairs and Local Associations advised of appointments of members within the Region/Local Association who have been asked to serve on 2027 C.A.R. committees. Committee Leadership Rosters containing Chairs, Vice Chairs, Issues Chairs, and Committee Liaisons to be posted online.

OCTOBER 2026
Preliminary 2027 committee rosters are available to C.A.R. staff coordinators to share with their committee leadership.

NOVEMBER 2026
Final committee rosters available to C.A.R. Staff Coordinators and committee leadership.

DECEMBER 2026
2027 Regional Chairs provided respective rosters of 2027 Directors and Committee members by Region.

If you have any questions, please contact C.A.R. Governance Staff at governance@car.org.

I certify that all information provided is accurate and that I agree to comply with OCR policies and expectations.

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