Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs (Environment & Safety)

Are you an experienced attorney with a strong passion for environmental, health, and safety regulations, and a commitment to advocating for the automotive and truck dealership industry? The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) is seeking a Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs (Environment & Safety) to guide and influence the future of environmental and safety regulations, ensuring our members’ voices are heard in critical conversations with federal agencies.

This full-time position offers a dynamic, collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Some travel will be required, comprising up to 20% of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead advocacy efforts for NADA and ATD members on environmental, emissions, and safety issues at the federal level.
• Analyze rules and regulations from agencies like the EPA, DOT, NHTSA, CARB, and FMCSA to protect dealership interests.
• Educate members and state associations on regulatory changes and compliance.
• Serve as subject-matter expert on environmental, health, and safety laws impacting automobile and truck dealers.
• Manage NADA’s relationship with federal agencies to advocate for the industry.
• Prepare written comments, testimony, and communications for federal agencies on regulatory matters.
• Collaborate with the Legislative Office on policy matters and draft testimony for congressional hearings.
• Build and maintain relationships with auto manufacturers, industry reps, and legal professionals.
• Oversee litigation efforts and manage outside attorneys on regulatory issues.
• Conduct research and support educational outreach programs to maintain industry expertise and compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school with strong academic standing.
• Minimum 10 years of attorney experience with significant responsibility in regulatory affairs, with a focus on environment, health, and safety.
• Deep knowledge of the federal regulatory process, especially as it pertains to the automotive and transportation industries.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies like the EPA, DOT, NHTSA, FMCSA, and DOE.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex regulations and communicate effectively with members and stakeholders.
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills with the ability to prepare clear and persuasive materials.
• Membership in good standing with the bar of at least one U.S. state or the District of Columbia.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative and leadership.
• Experience in the automotive industry or trade associations is a plus.

If you are passionate about advocacy, regulatory affairs, and the automotive industry, we would love to hear from you!

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and how you can contribute to NADA’s mission.

NADA is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person’s perspective and lived experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and lactation), sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.