Workforce Development Coordinator-Automotive

The New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association (NHADA) is a statewide trade organization dedicated to supporting the motor vehicle industry in New Hampshire. The Workforce Development Coordinator plays a key role in promoting automotive careers by engaging students, educators, and industry partners, while strengthening connections between education and local dealerships and repair facilities.

Responsibilities

• Promote automotive careers to middle and high school students across New Hampshire
• Conduct school visits, classroom presentations, career fairs, and community events
• Support both secondary and post-secondary automotive education programs
• Educate students on career pathways, employment opportunities, internships, and higher education options within the state
• Build and maintain relationships with local dealerships, repair shops, schools, and educators
• Connect students with employers for internships, apprenticeships, and entry-level employment
• Serve as a liaison between education providers and the automotive industry
• Coordinate and support multiple events throughout the year, including career fairs, meetings, and outreach initiatives
• Assist with oversight and administration of scholarships
• Support NHAEF and NHADA workforce development initiatives
• Prepare budgets, track program expenses, and ensure responsible use of funds
• Collect data and prepare reports for leadership, funders, and stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all workforce programs
• Transport and set up the Automotive Career Exploration Trailer at schools and events
• Ensure safe towing and operation of the trailer (trailer towing experience preferred)
• Travel extensively throughout New Hampshire
• Attend early morning school visits and evening meetings and events
• Manage a flexible schedule with occasional late nights and early mornings

Skills

• Strong interest in workforce development, education, and career pathways
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups of students, educators, and industry professionals
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel statewide and maintain a flexible schedule
• Automotive or related industry experience
• Teaching, training, or educational outreach experience
• Event coordination experience
• Experience towing trailers or willingness to learn

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee appreciation events held multiple times per year through an active Spirit Committee
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on New Hampshire’s future workforce
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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