BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Councilor Jay Roberson, who represents District 7, has been named the new Governmental Affairs Director for the Birmingham Association of Realtors®.
In his new role, Councilor Roberson will coordinate efforts in matters involving local, state and federal governments; as well as advocating on behalf of the association and its members to ensure policies, legislation and regulation are conducive to a positive and successful business environment.
“We are excited to have Jay on board here at the Association to head up our Office of Public Policy. As the real estate market continues to flourish and grow here in the Birmingham–metro area, it is important that we offer the best advocacy possible for our Realtor members. Because of his roots and successes representing the constituents of the City of Birmingham, Jay was the perfect candidate,” said Cliff Long, Chief Executive Officer of the Birmingham Association of Realtors®.
“I am excited about my new position with the association,” said Roberson. “In this role, I will be able to communicate with other municipalities, leaders and officials about the great work the association is doing on behalf of its members. I look forward to supporting the mission of the association and working with all of our members and supporters.”
Councilor Roberson previously served as Associate Director of Athletics at Samford University. He is the former Assistant Commissioner of the Southwestern Athletics Conference. Roberson received his Bachelor’s in Telecommunications from Alabama A&M University in 1996, where he was the starting quarterback from 1992-1994.
The Birmingham Association of Realtors® has 3,600 members who are real estate professionals engaged in all phases of real estate brokerage. They specialize in residential sales, commercial sales and leasing, development, appraisal and property management. Affiliate members include mortgage bankers, title insurance, closing attorneys, land surveyors, appraisers, home warranty, home inspection, etc. The Birmingham Association is a “metro-area” association with members serving Jefferson County, Shelby County and portions of Blount, and St. Clair counties.
