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Career Opportunities

As the governing body for Alberta’s residential real estate, commercial real estate, property management, condominium management, and mortgage brokerage licensees, the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) is committed to the public interest by promoting the integrity of the industry and protecting consumers. Our dedicated staff team leverage their education and experience to support this mandate.

Why you should join our team

At all levels of our organization we strive to support our mandate to protect the public of Alberta. Along with meaningful work tied to a progressive strategic plan, RECA offers a variety of perks and benefits for our employees. Please note that perks and benefits are based on the nature of the position. Further detail is provided through the recruitment process. Perks and benefits include:

  • Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits package based on position
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with specified contribution matching based on the position
  • Employee years of service recognition
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Office space in our brand new building on the periphery of downtown with nearby amenities that include walking paths, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, fitness facilities, and more
  • RECA’s office is a five minute walk from the Sunalta C-Train station with multiple paid parking lots in the surrounding area
  • Heated underground parking can be purchased at a discounted rate, with applicable taxable benefit applied, subject to availability
  • Office space and staff spaces that are functional and designed with employee comfort and safety in mind.  Amenities include but are not limited to ergonomic work stations including sit/standing desks, LED lighting, a Staff Café, secure office access, and quiet room
  • Access to the latest audiovisual technology in meeting rooms for video conferencing and presentations
  • A strong organizational culture that includes an active social committee
  • A commitment to work-life flow for our employees including a standard 37.5 hour work week

If you are interested in using your skills to support our progressive non-profit organization please see our career opportunities below. We thank all applicants for their interest. We will contact only those individuals we are considering for interviews.

Read more about how RECA operates and how we’re organized.

Current Opportunities

Opportunity

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the Executive Director and Chief Administrative Officer of RECA and provides leadership in establishing and implementing the mission, principles, and values of the corporation. The CEO also provides leadership in setting and executing annual strategic goals, objectives, and priorities.

The CEO balances the responsibility of the day-to-day operations of the corporation, with their external interface with governmental bodies, industry associations, and other stakeholders. The CEO acts as a key spokesperson for developing these key relationships.

Responsibilities

Leadership

  • Provides leadership in the establishment of the mission, principles, and values of the corporation.
  • Promotes a culture which enables the corporation to respond to new issues or developments in a timely and responsive manner and successfully manages change processes.
  • Provides leadership in setting of the corporation’s strategic direction, including aligning that direction with industry needs.
  • The confidence and strategic acumen to take a firm stand when policy or regulatory decisions require it.
  • Through industry consultation and independent assessment, identifies and assesses the significance of issues and trends in the industry that may impact the strategic direction of the corporation.
  • Meaningfully engages with industry stakeholders, proactively through strategy sessions and passively through open communication lines between groups.
  • Guides and inspires the employees of the corporation, providing the executive the leadership necessary to achieve high and sustained standards of performance and ensure the long-term success of the corporation.
  • Exercises informed judgement while fulfilling the duties and responsibilities imposed upon the office of the CEO.

Governance and Sound Decision-Making

  • Establishes an effective working relationship the Board, Industry Councils and their Chairs, as well as key industry stakeholders, including providing transparency on decision making processes.
  • Informs and updates the Board and Industry Councils on the issues, trends, or developments that affect the Board and Industry Councils in the performance of their mandates.
  • Works closely with the Board Chair to ensure that Board and Committee meetings are focused on the right issues, sets out and analyses options for the Board, makes and supports recommendations, and provides relevant information and context to enable the Board to reach timely, informed and quality decisions.
  • Supports the activities and meetings of the Board and Industry Councils including attending committee and task force meetings as appropriate.
  • With the Board Chair and Industry Council Chairs, establishes the Board and Industry Council schedules in advance, and co-ordinates the agenda and related events for Board and Industry Council meetings.
  • Provides advice and support to the Board with respect to governance structure, objectives, strategies, plans, and policies of the Board and Industry Councils.
  • Provides advice and support to the four Industry Councils regarding their rule-making authority, helping them fulfil their mandate to set and enforce standards for licensees and their businesses.
  • Coordinates the provision of secretariat services to the Board, Industry Council committees, task forces, hearing panels, appeal panels, and acts as custodian of the Board and Industry Councils official records.
  • Facilitates a training and development program and performance evaluation system for Board and Industry Council members.

Organizational Integrity

  • Demonstrates high ethical standards and integrity in their personal and professional dealings with the Board, Industry Councils, external stakeholders, RECA staff, and the broader industry.
  • Fosters a culture of ethical conduct, integrity, regulatory fairness, efficiency, and responsible decision-making throughout the corporation and with its stakeholders.
  • Establishes standards and procedures that ensure all activities and operations are conducted in compliance with both applicable laws and Board and Industry Council policies.
  • Avoids potential or actual conflicts of interest that are incompatible with the CEO’s position.

Management of Operations

  • Establishes the overall corporate structure and management system under which major responsibilities, accountabilities, and functions are assigned and organized.
  • Delegates to members of the management team such duties and responsibilities as they may deem advisable and coordinates their efforts in accordance with the applicable legislation, strategic plan, and Board and Council policies.
  • Oversees the day-to-day programs, services, and operations of the corporation.
  • Ensures there is clarity of objectives and focus for management and employees.
  • Oversees and provides transparency in the administration and management of the Real Estate Assurance Fund.
  • Proactively collects and analyses information, gathered through various means, including industry consultations, on the economic environment, current issues in the industry, conditions in markets, technologies, and trends which may present challenges or opportunities for the corporation.

Stewardship of Resources

  • Recommends an annual operating and capital budget for Board approval.
  • Prudently manages the corporation’s resources within the budget guidelines and financial policies of the Board.
  • Implements policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of the corporation’s information, accounting, investment, internal control, and financial reporting systems.
  • Manages the human resources of the organization including settings standards, monitoring, and evaluating performance.
  • Provides opportunities for personal development and growth for management and staff.
  • Creates a work environment, including appropriate compensation and benefit programs, that attracts and retains quality individuals.
  • Plans and manages the corporation’s revenue and expenditures.
  • Ensures regular, timely, and transparent financial reporting to the Board.
  • Ensures the accuracy, completeness, integrity, and appropriate disclosure of the corporation’s financial statements and that all financial decisions are made in alignment with RECA’s vision, mission, and regulatory mandate.

External Relations

  • Along with the Board Chair and Industry Council Chairs, acts as a key spokesperson for the corporation in its interactions with the industry, its stakeholders, and other organizations.
  • Ensures the corporation and its mission, programs, and service are consistently presented in a positive image to its external stakeholders including licensees, the public, industry associations, the media, law enforcement agencies, other regulators, and the provincial government.
  • Establishes effective communication mechanisms with licensees and the leadership of industry organizations in a structured and regular manner.
  • Promotes a relationship with the provincial government that establishes cooperation and influence with the Minister and department officials.

To Apply

To fill this position, Real Estate Council of Alberta has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted via email to Caleb Herrick (caleb.herrick@odgersberndtson.com). We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

REQUEST FOR INTEREST TO SERVE

ON RECA HEARING PANEL ROSTER

(3 RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE BROKERS/ASSOCIATES)

The Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) has opportunities for three (3) residential real estate brokers or associates to join its hearing panel roster. Roster members serve as decision makers as part of hearing and appeal panels under the Real Estate Act and Rules.

For these residential real broker and associate opportunities, applicants should have:

at least 5 years of residential real estate and/or residential property management industry experience
excellent understanding of residential real estate and/or residential property management practice and standards
sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy
outstanding integrity
ability to analyze, and make findings of fact and breach
excellent communication skills
administrative law knowledge and past tribunal experience are assets
These appointments may be for up to three (3) years with the possibility of an additional three (3) year term. Panel members are paid a fee and reimbursed for reasonable expenses for sitting on hearing and appeal panels based on RECA Board of Directors approved rates.

If you are an enthusiastic supporter of self-regulation with a genuine interest in maintaining and raising professional standards, please forward a letter of introduction and your resume by May 23, 2025, to cthompson@reca.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

RECA is an independent, non-government agency, responsible for regulating more than 20,000 licensees in the real estate, mortgage, property management, and condominium management under Alberta’s Real Estate Act.