Director of Electrical Trades Recruitment

Strategic Electrical Recruitment Leader

The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), in continued collaboration with its membership, is seeking a strategic electrical recruitment leader with extensive experience to guide members in developing workforce strategies that anticipate industry trends, build and strengthen candidate pipelines, and bridge potential candidates with the companies in need of their services. This work will directly impact the growth of contractor businesses, the advancement of projects, and the career trajectories of electrical tradespeople. Dedication to advancing NECA's mission by fostering a culture of excellence, elevating workforce quality, and driving sustainable growth in the electrical contracting industry is a priority.

Objective:

To be a talent finder and a workforce builder by connecting electrical professionals at all levels with member contractors, to fuel the growth of the industry, strengthen chapter success, and shape the future of the trade through strategic outreach and relationship building, all while ensuring NECA remains the go-to source for skilled, diverse, and ready-to-work talent.

Requirements:

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of apprentices, licensed electricians, and electrical supervisors through proactive sourcing, networking, and referrals.
• Develop partnerships with contractors to understand job requirements. Assist contractors in developing internal processes that enable self-sufficiency and success when completing the hiring process in the future.
• Develop strategies and manage partnerships outside of apprenticeships to help contractors hire at all skill levels, including workers who need structured upskilling pathways, and connect them with available training and development resources. Use industry-specific platforms, high schools, trade schools, and community networks to identify top talent.
• Utilize sourcing strategies across job boards, social media, and industry networks.
• Attend trade shows, job fairs, and industry events to expand networking.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess technical skills, certifications, and project experience.
• Manage the recruitment process from the initial outreach to offer acceptance, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Build and manage partnerships with professional Human Resources and recruiting firms to strengthen the candidate pipeline in partnership with existing NECA efforts. Integrate technology platforms to streamline application and resume management for NECA statistical insights and tracking in partnership with existing NECA efforts. Develop mechanisms for tracking application-to-hire time to improve hiring efficiency.
• Stay informed on electrical industry trends, licensing requirements, and wage benchmarks to advise both contractors and candidates. Maintain a coalition of industry partnerships between labor, management, training, and community organizations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requisite Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, or another related field preferred but not required.
• 3-5 years of successful electrical field recruitment focused on high volume recruitment preferred; prior experience with NECA a plus.
• Strong understanding of electrical job roles, certifications (e.g., Journeyman, Master Electrician), and safety regulations.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools like LinkedIn, Indeed, or trade-specific boards.
• Deep understanding of skilled workforce needs from the perspective of an employer and/or human resource professional.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and a genuine passion for helping people grow their careers.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent travel is required, including public speaking. Must be willing to travel up to 50%, including overnight stays.
• Work from home, including maintaining a home office.
• NECA offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-paid employee insurance, a generous 401(k) contribution, and a transportation subsidy.

NECA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.