Posted: 02-Apr-25
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Type: Full Time
This is an opportunity to be part of the growing outdoor industry while applying your expertise in developing and managing education and certification programs for the only national trade association that represents recreation vehicle retailers. The position offers competitive benefits including a 401k plan, health insurance, paid annual leave, all federal holidays off, and more.
About Us: The RV Dealers Association through the Mike Molino RV Learning Center offers innovative continuing education and certification programs dedicated to developing top performers at RV retailers. Located in Fairfax, VA, the association is seeking a hands-on Education Director to lead a small team and build upon the RV Learning Center’s leadership role within the RV industry through continuous improvement of new and existing programs as well as increasing member engagement.
Position Overview:
As the Education Director of the RV Learning Center reporting to the President, the successful applicant will oversee day-to-day operations to manage continuing education resources for RV dealership personnel, develop content in consultation with volunteer leaders and staff, and manage certification programs. This is not a remote position and requires a minimum of three days each week in the office, located in Fairfax, VA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Management: Directly supervise the association’s Education Coordinator, Fixed Operations Consultant, and vendors to maximize productivity. Work with volunteers on the RVDA Learning Center Board of Directors, Convention/Expo Committee, and association staff to execute the association’s strategic plan.
- Convention Education Workshops: Lead the development and execution of annual convention education workshops in consultation with staff and Convention/Expo Committee.
- Certification Programs: Work with RVDA staff on the administration, marketing, and communication of certification and continuing education programs. Ensure ongoing program success through effective planning, budgeting, and execution.
- Continuous Improvement: Monitor and assess the evolving needs of the RV industry through communication with industry professionals. Ensure all continuing digital and in-person educational resources and certification standards stay relevant and up to date.
- Resource Development: Ensure the creation, availability, and currency of RV dealership learning resources, including online training, webinars, publications, and workshops.
- Standards & Testing: Oversee standards for fixed operation dealership personnel, ensuring that job roles and duties are current and that testing accurately reflects industry needs.
- Fundraising & Sustainability: Work with RVDA’s Director of Partnerships to secure funding through donations, contributions, and program participation.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in leadership, association education program management, and industry engagement.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with staff, members, and external partners.
- Ability to manage and inspire a small team while maintaining high levels of productivity and morale.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with small business professional development is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid work schedule with flexibility to work remotely two days per week and three days at the headquarters office in Fairfax.
- A supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are a great fit for this position to info@rvda.org with the subject line: Education Director.
Join us in making a lasting impact on the RV industry by providing valuable learning resources and advancing dealership education!