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Division Services Coordinator - Central Region

National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)
United States, Missouri, Independence
Jan 24, 2025
Who We Are At the National Hot Rod Association, we crave speed. We race the fastest vehicles in motorsports at speeds of more than 300 mph, with power exceeding 11,000 hp-NHRA is the most extreme sport on the planet! At NHRA, we believe in Speed for All, which provides competition opportunities for all drivers, from street-car owners to professional racers. NHRA also offers career-driven opportunities off-track and behind the scenes. We serve content to our highly engaged audiences on-site at events, on the Fox broadcast and Fox Sports networks, at NHRA.com, through our live streaming service NHRA.TV, and within the pages of our publication, National DRAGSTER. Our team supports the infrastructure of local grassroots-level racing all the way up to the professional touring series all across the country, as well as our corporate offices and remote functions. At Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, we host over 170 days of track activity between our famous mile drag strip and our 7/10-mile oval track. If you are looking to join a dynamic and high-speed organization in the sports and entertainment space, have the drive to innovate and the satisfaction of seeing your work in action, read on... The Job Under the direction of the Division Director, primary responsibilities include assisting racers in navigating the rulebook regarding technical questions or directing them to NHRA Tech Support, coordinating the Divisional events for all Series and Track Operator meetings and Annual Awards Banquet. Responsibilities Assist in budget planning and maintenance regarding events and general division and accounting procedures for the Division. Maintaining open communications and correspondence with all Division member tracks regarding license procedures, program outlines. Division website updates and articles. Answering general inquiries. Maintaining and transporting the Division Safety truck and trailer from event to event (CDL required). May supervise field staff. Assisting member tracks and Division office in better promotion of individual events and increasing overall awareness of NHRA benefits to both racers and the community. Continue to service and sell Divisional promotional programs and sponsorships and expand programs into areas or categories where they do not currently exist. There will be some administrative and clerical responsibilities. Qualifications/Skills A high school diploma and minimum of 5 years related experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred. Must have a basic knowledge of MS Office Suite and various other computer programs. Must have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Excellent ability to communicate and build relationships effectively with racers, member tracks, and sponsors at all levels of management both in writing and verbally. Must have strong organization and time management skills. Must be able to maintain a calm professional demeanor during crisis situations. A CDL driver's license and medical card are required. Must be insurable under NHRA's driver policy. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Must be a team player and have a positive attitude. This position requires a minimum of 50% travel and requires the candidate be able to maintain non-traditional hours, as needed, to include evenings and weekend hours. "Days off" will remain flexible given the division race schedule each week. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work outdoors for 10-12 hours a day potentially in extreme temperatures. Ability to talk on the phone as needed. Must be able to work on the computer all day. Equal Opportunity Statement NHRA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.