Hiring & Engagement Coordinator

At Durango Motor Company, we do things a little differently. We prioritize the guest experience above all else, offering a non-commissioned, open, and honest environment that supports our mission to provide the best in automotive sales, service, and collision repair. We are a team-driven organization that values individual accountability, professional growth, and employee satisfaction.

Role Overview

This Hiring & Engagement Coordinator supports the full employees life cycle-from recruiting and onboarding to engagement, safety and brand representation. This role partners closely with department leaders to ensure positive employee experience and a compliant, well-organized workplace.

Compensation

$20.00-$25.00 per hour depending on experience

What We Offer

Training & Growth – Paid hands-on training, career development, and clear advancement opportunitiesWork-Life Balance – Flexible PTO, sick leave, holiday pay, volunteer time offHealth & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program, Anytime Fitness discountFinancial Perks – 401(k) with company match, Christmas Club savings/matching, annual boot allowance reimbursement, company uniforms, employee referral program Discounts & Extras – Employee discounts on products/services, supportive team culture built on collaboration & learning

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the full hiring process, including daily applications review, facility tours, and new-hire onboarding.
• Maintain job postings, assist walk-in applications, and coordinate staffing needs with management. 
• Send daily hiring recap email and prepare monthly hiring reports. 
• Conduct new hire- recap orientations and support ongoing onboarding touchpoint                                                                                        

Employee Engagement

• Plan and support recognition events, company celebrations, and non-profit partnerships.
• Organize monthly ESI, Employee Satisfaction Index, committee meetings and manage employee recognition nominations and awards. 
• Contribute to employee culture initiatives and engagement activities.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain on-site safety programs, require signage and first-aid supplies.
• Facilitate quarterly safety meetings, safety walkthroughs and Mock OSHA inspections. 
• Complete accident and near miss reports, maintain I-9s and OSHA documentation, and support cost containment requirements.
• Coordinate CPR training, manage sales licenses walks and collaborate with Comply Safety users.   

Brand & Representation

• Representing the company at job fairs and local recruiting events.
• Manage uniform distribution, apparel inventory and business card orders.
• Maintain the company directory and support in-house employer branding and marketing content.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruiting, onboarding, or human resources coordination.
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with candidates, employees, and leadership.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, I-9 documentation, and safety/compliance procedures.
• Event planning or employee engagement experience.
• Proficiency with HR and compliance platforms (e.g., Netchex, Comply Safety).
• Professionalism, dependability, discretion and strong relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment background check
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods (6+ hours)
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs comfortably
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, or stoop occasionally

Preferred Skills and Qualifications Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience in safety, compliance, or HR administration.
• Background in event planning or community engagement, or employer branding.
• Familiarity with cost-containment programs and insurance reporting
• Strong understanding of onboarding and employee retention best practices. 

Ideal Candidate Profile

A proactive, people-focused professional who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate balances strong interpersonal skills with attention to detail, ensures compliance standards are met, and takes pride in creating a supportive and engaging workplace culture.

Durango Motor Company is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.