Careers at NAHB
As one of the most influential trade associations in the Washington, D.C. area, NAHB is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our people help serve, promote and support the home building industry through aggressive legislative action, policy development, legal services, economic forecasting and analysis, education and more.
At NAHB, we know that our people are our most valuable resource. We go to great lengths to attract and retain proven professionals, and to develop quality leadership for our future. NAHB proudly supports its staff through:
- Competitive benefits
- State-of-the-art technology
- Promoting from within
- Recognizing organizational commitment and tenure
- Rewarding excellence
If you want to contribute to every American’s dream of homeownership, and you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment, check our employment opportunities below to see if there is a position that matches your skills and experience.
If you are interested in career opportunities with NAHB’s affiliates and subsidiaries, visit and the for further details. NAHB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Current Opportunities at NAHB
Group: Communications
NAHB seeks a motivated communications specialist to support local home builders associations’ (HBAs) strategic outreach efforts. The communications specialist is responsible for working collaboratively with the communications team to develop, write, repurpose and edit a broad range of content relating to the housing industry for HBAs, the NAHB blog and other communications channels. The communications specialist will help HBA staff communicate more effectively and strengthen their relationships with association leaders, members and consumers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Develops public relations materials including, news articles, press releases, ads, videos and social media assets for HBAs to promote home buying and homeownership.
- Drafts, edits and contributes to developing public relations materials related to workforce development.
- Writes and edits articles for NAHB’s blog highlighting HBA stories, workforce development programs and related announcements.
- Drafts and edits newsletter content, memos, presentations and related communication deliverables.
- Develops, edits and maintains a wide range of content to support HBAs on nahb.org.
Qualifications
- At least three years of in-depth experience editing content, writing articles and/or blog posts, and developing social media content.
- A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent in education and experience, is required. A background in public relations/issues advocacy is preferred.
- Experience with web content management tools and drafting website copy.
- Proficiency with email management programs.
- Basic knowledge of photo and online video editing software.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, attention to detail and follow-through.
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $88,000-$93,000 annualized based on skills and experience.
To apply for this position, please submit this application.
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Group: Federation and Member Services (FMS)
NAHB is seeking a director of business and learning content strategy to work with members of key committees to identify and develop resources that enhance the value of NAHB membership. This role will work collaboratively across the Federation to evaluate data, disseminate information, and coordinate the creation or curation of live, recorded, in-person and written materials on business management topics.
This role is responsible for developing collaborative relationships with other departments and stakeholder groups to streamline the creation and dissemination of new content. This role will also oversee several standing committees and their subcommittees to develop and execute plans, strategies and programs to expand business management resources and targeted services.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Working in conjunction with the FMS learning team, use association resources and data to identify business management issues that are of most concern and interest to members.
- Serve as a resource to other NAHB departments in builder best practices, including updates to the Residential Performance Guidelines (RCPG), Cost of Doing Business Study and Remodelers Cost of Doing Business Study.
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the Business Management and Information Technology, Custom Home Builders, and Single-Family Builders committees, including implementation of programs, plans, strategies and management of volunteer committee support.
- Develop and update annual work plan for each committee, outlining programs and services to enable NAHB to serve members’ business needs and to enhance the value of NAHB membership.
- Oversee the Manager of Learning Content and the production of just-in-time education developed by the FMS group and other groups across the federation.
- Enhance utilization of products and services by collaborating with FMS communications team, as well as NAHB communications and marketing, to implement thorough and focused promotional and awareness campaigns. Work closely with other committees and councils to distribute valuable content that may be useful to other NAHB member segments.
- Coordinating with FMS education team, NAHB Meetings and Special Events and Marketing departments, oversee planning, development and promotion of education programs and networking events at annual Custom Building Central at the International Builders' Show (IBS).
- Working with FMS communities team, administer the NAHB Custom Home Builder of the Year Award.
- In conjunction with FMS education team, organize member reviews of IBS classroom education and IBS Central learning programs that are assigned to the Custom Home Builder and Business Management and Information Technology committees.
- Provide timely support and assistance to both internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of five to seven years’ experience in association management with an emphasis on business and management, or new products development. Knowledge of the construction industry preferred. Experience in residential construction a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups and individuals; build consensus; manage staff; motivate volunteers; assess member needs; conceptualize new products and programs, organize their development, delegate and oversee their implementation and promotion.
- Knowledge of business management systems for home building companies or ability to learn.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft suite of office products and database software.
- Ability to maintain quality standards and meet deadlines under a heavy workload.
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications or related field, or the equivalent combination in training, experience, and skills. Master in Business Administration or Master of Science in business desirable.
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $105,000-$110,000 annualized based on skills and experience.
To apply for this position, please submit this application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Group: Advocacy
NAHB is seeking to fill a Director, Labor and Safety role. This position ensures all regulatory and programmatic actions on labor and safety-related issues relevant to NAHB are monitored and appropriately addressed. Develops and implements NAHB’s regulatory policy program concerning labor and safety issues at the federal, state and local levels. This role oversees the development of training, educational programs and resources for industry professionals, HBAs, policy experts and the general public. This role also provides labor and safety expertise and advocacy on assigned issues, represents NAHB in various forums, and fosters positive working relationships will industry allies and organizations. This position supervises staff working on related issues and oversees departmental budgets.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages and takes part in NAHB’s regulatory and programmatic advocacy efforts concerning labor and safety matters. Ensures all actions on issues relevant to NAHB are monitored and appropriately addressed, including policy analysis; preparation of comments, testimony, and other written responses; tracking industry trends; and providing HBA assistance.
- Represents NAHB and the home building industry in advocacy arenas to advance NAHB policy at all levels of government. Builds relationships with agency personnel and alliances with professional societies, industry coalitions, trade associations, public interest groups and technical experts.
- Assists in developing and implementing comprehensive interdivisional strategies for addressing labor and safety issues across the association.
- Manages the technical assistance program for state and local affiliates and members on key labor and safety issues including, but not limited to, federal and state policies concerning employment status, wage and hour requirements, immigration, workers compensation, and all aspects of jobsite safety.
- Provides as needed technical assistance and advocacy support to state and local associations in the negotiation of regulatory policies and compliance assistance to members. Oversees the preparation and dissemination of guidance documents, web content, and social media posts to ensure that NAHB remains the premier source of labor and safety information for the members.
- Identifies the information and technical data needed for key policy initiatives and conducts and conducts or contracts for the completion of research to obtain information and data needed to bolster NAHB policy arguments.
- Develops and maintains the technical knowledge required to remain NAHB’s technical expert on labor and immigration issues. and ensures department staff maintains the expertise needed to serve as primary Subject Matter Experts on their assigned issues.
- Manages the labor and safety-related educational programming for HBAs, conferences, the International Builders’ Show and the NAHB membership.
- Oversees the development, organization and conduct of technical seminars on current and emerging labor and safety issues, DOL regulatory requirements, workers compensation and related technical issues. Directs the preparation and distribution of construction labor and safety publications, training videos, and informational resources and assists members in developing compliance strategies.
- Staffs the Labor, Safety and Health Committee and its subcommittees and supports others, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of five years of labor and/or safety policy experience in a federal, state or local regulatory agency or equivalent private sector experience is needed.
- Project management or program oversight experience is also desirable.
- A bachelor’s degree in labor relations, workforce management, or a related field is required or comparable in experience and education. A master’s or law degree in a related field is desirable.
- Working knowledge of the construction industry and technical expertise in Fair Labor Standards Act, Davis-Bacon Act, Family and Medical Leave Act and applicable labor regulations required. Knowledge of workers’ compensation insurance, immigration, labor law and/or construction safety is preferred.
- Strong analytical, writing, organizational and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
- Ability to balance heavy workloads and multiple projects, deadlines and priorities is critical for success.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $120,000-$130,000 annualized based on skills and experience.
To apply for this position, please submit this application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Group: Federation Member Services
NAHB seeks a manager of leadership training to join the Federation Member Services team. This role will support various leadership development efforts aimed at volunteer leaders at affiliated local and state associations. This role focuses on the operations and logistics of these programs, and helps to manage a comprehensive portfolio of initiatives designed to enhance volunteer leadership skills, raise awareness of Federation values, and foster a leadership pipeline to the national organization.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage internal timelines and resources for leadership development programs.
- Direct scholarship activities related to leadership training programs.
- Oversee efforts to collect, track and manage leadership data information.
- Provide on-site program support during NAHB Leadership Meetings.
- Assist the Leadership Training team with new and ongoing initiatives.
- Ensure proper frameworks are built for each initiative and generate reports.
- Oversee conference logistics for various leadership training events.
- Create pre- and post-event surveys and deliver actionable reports.
- Communicate regularly with the executive directors and volunteer leadership of affiliated associations.
- Present information, deliver content, and provide training at national meetings.
- Provide timely support and assistance to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Champion NAHB’s Mission Statement and demonstrate our Core Values in all efforts.
Preferred Skills
- Data analysis/visualization experience.
- Public speaking and/or group facilitation preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with productivity applications like the Microsoft suite of products.
- Superior customer service skills.
Qualifications
- B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited college or university in business, marketing, or communications.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience managing programs/initiatives.
- Superior project management skills and experience.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and database software applications.
- Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
- Eligible for telework (three days in person, two days remote).
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $ 75,000-$80,000 annualized based on skills and experience.
To apply for this position, please submit this application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Group: Meeting & Events
The Meetings and Events Manager position supports the larger Meetings and Events team in delivering exceptional experiences designed to support the strategic goals of NAHB. This position oversees specific conferences and meetings within the overall event portfolio as well as support logistical components of the NAHB Leadership Meetings and the International Builders’ Show®.
The ideal candidate for this role will have proven experience with meeting planning process and best practices, a strong attention to detail, a flexible and positive attitude in a team environment, have a keen interest in using technology to better processes and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversee and facilitate all aspects of event logistics, including onsite management, for assigned NAHB conferences (including signage, food and beverage, audio visual, meeting room design, housing block management, staffing oversight, etc.)
- Prepare, manage, and present budgets for assigned conferences, track all event projected and actual expenses and reconcile all post-show invoices
- Lead site selection process, including RFP development and distribution, site inspection, and contracting for assigned conferences
- Source, contract, and execute various elements of assigned conferences social and networking events including, but not limited to, partner events, donor dinners, and themed reception events
- Manage vendor contracts and relationships, including audio-visual, décor, print, entertainment, floral and other onsite venue service providers
- Meet regularly with the Committee/Council Stakeholders and internal Sponsorship, Marketing, Registration and Marketing Departments to ensure successful outcome of meetings and events
- Manage updates to conference websites and speaker logistics
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of event operations experience, preferably with an industry trade association or association management company
- Strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of legal issues pertaining to venue and vendor contracts
- Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills with concurrent projects
- Strong proofreading skills, and experience managing budgets
- Sound judgment, with the ability to proactively seek information and guidance when needed
- Excellent customer service focus and sense of urgency in serving internal stakeholders’ and members’ interests
- Ability to travel 10-15% per year (approximately 6-8 weeks per year) including some weekends
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent in education and experience. Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) preferred.
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 annualized based on skills and experience.
To apply for this position, please submit this application.
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