Staff Attorney

The Iowa Automobile Dealers Association (IADA) is the statewide trade association representing the interests of Iowa's franchised new motor vehicle dealers. IADA is seeking a talented and motivated attorney to join our team.

This position offers an opportunity to work closely with Iowa's automotive retail industry, providing legal guidance, regulatory analysis, educational support, government affairs assistance, and advocacy on issues impacting franchised automobile dealers throughout the state.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interpreting existing and proposed Iowa and federal laws and administrative rules affecting franchised motor vehicle dealers.
• Communicating with members regarding business matters and compliance issues.
• Drafting, reviewing, and revising a variety of contracts, forms, and legal documents.
• Assisting in the development and presentation of educational programs and member resources.
• Researching and writing articles, legal updates, and newsletter content.
• Supporting corporate governance matters, including board and committee activities.
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments affecting Iowa's franchised dealers and actively supporting IADA's government relations, legislative advocacy, and grassroots engagement efforts. This includes assisting with legislative strategy, member communications, policy analysis, coalition building, and dealer participation in advocacy initiatives.
• Providing staff support to the Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education and assisting with workforce development initiatives, scholarship programs, educational partnerships, and other efforts designed to strengthen Iowa's automotive workforce.
• Performing other legal, governmental affairs, and association-related duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates should possess:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in Iowa, or eligibility to become licensed in Iowa.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
• Strong legal research, writing, and editing skills.
• Excellent communication and member service abilities.
• Sound judgment, analytical thinking, and diplomacy.
• Ability to independently manage projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience with dealer franchise law, trade associations, government affairs, public policy, or regulatory compliance is preferred, but not required.
• Familiarity with the automotive industry is a plus.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in West Des Moines, Iowa, with occasional travel.

IADA offers a professional and collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave