JOB DESCRIPTION

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THE ORGANIZATION

The California Building Industry Association (CBIA) is dedicated to advocating for policies that enhance housing production of all types, ensuring 'Housing for All' while driving economic growth in the construction sector. We recognize the vital role our industry plays in California's economic strength, contributing over $65 billion in activity and supporting more than 900,000 jobs. Committed to overcoming challenges such as regulatory barriers to home construction, limited access to insurance, and the transition to a cost-effective sustainable energy program, we strive to create a balanced environment that meets housing demand and climate goals at a price consumers can afford. In response to the ongoing housing policy crisis, we are focused on facilitating the development of over 2.5 million homes by 2030 to alleviate the current housing shortage and improve the quality of life for all Californians.' Our client, the California Building Industry Association (cbia.org), is seeking a dynamic new Senior Vice President and General Counsel upon the upcoming retirement of their long-time, esteemed SVP & General Counsel, Mr. Nick Cammarota.

THE POSITION

CBIA's Senior Vice President and General Counsel supports CBIA's lobbying team by drafting, analyzing, providing policy arguments for or against legislation, lobbying, and testifying in committees. Additionally, this position oversees CBIA's activities in the courts and state regulatory agencies and staffs CBIA's General Counsels' Roundtable.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (in priority order)

• Eight to ten years of land use law and environmental matters
• Preferred:
  • Experience in real estate development/knowledge of homebuilding
  • Holistic understanding of the homebuilding process in California, including geographics and judicial differences
  • Knowledge of prevailing wage law, environmental regulation, and construction defect law o Practical knowledge of the legislative process
  • Membership or trade association experience; could be as a member
• Will possess a growing understanding of how AI and emerging technologies will impact the building industry

COMPETENCIES (in priority order)

• Integrity and loyalty
• Intellectual vigor and curiosity
• Sound judgement
• Persuasive
• Open communicator: a seeker and sharer, ability to simplify legal topics and solicit competing views
• Ability to prioritize
• Ability to work in a small team-oriented environment with a high sense of urgency
• Seeks counsel, manages expectations, and solicits competing points of view

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS (in priority order)

• JD
• Active CA Bar license
• Registered Lobbyist (or the ability to become one)
• Preferred: admitted to practice at the US Supreme Court and all courts in California
• Preferred: Member, CA State Bar, Real Estate and Environmental Law Sections
• Preferred: Masters in Public Policy, Urban Planning or similar

CULTURE (in priority order)

• Laser-focused on the mission and value of home ownership
• Of service to and inclusive of the members
• Highly professional
• Calm and steady

COMPENSATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS

The competitive compensation package includes a base salary of $300,000-$350,000, depending upon experience, plus excellent benefits. Pre-screened, selected candidates will be invited to interview in Sacramento, CA with the Search Committee on Monday, February 23rd, 2026, with second interviews for finalists the following morning.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

For confidential consideration, at your earliest convenience and no later than Friday, February 6th, 2026, please email your chronological resume (to include description and size of current/prior organizations and responsibilities) and compensation expectations to: CBIA-GC@wilcoxcareer.com

BENEFITS

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BENEFITS

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