How to hire an auto dealer

How to hire an auto dealer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step auto dealer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an auto dealer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new auto dealer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The auto dealer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An auto dealer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, auto dealers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of auto dealers.

   Type of Auto Dealer	Description	Hourly rate
   Auto Dealer	Retail sales workers include both those who sell retail merchandise, such as clothing, furniture, and automobiles, (called retail salespersons) and those who sell spare and replacement parts and equipment, especially car parts (called parts salespersons). Both types of workers help customers find the products they want and process customers’ payments.	$27-62
   Wireless Consultant	A wireless consultant is an employee equipped with knowledge about electronic technology. Most of the wireless consultants work in the retail department... Show more	$16-25
   Expert	An expert has extensive knowledge on a subject gained from a significant amount of experience. Although the tasks will vary on the line of work or organization, an expert's role will often revolve around sharing expertise through discussion, evaluation, and influencing... Show more	$25-77

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Chrysler
   • Customer Service

   Responsibilities:

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   • Manage and train personnel, manage firms' capital through complex derivative transactions

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your auto dealer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An auto dealer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, auto dealers' average salary in florida is 42% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level auto dealers 56% less than senior-level auto dealers.
   • Certifications. An auto dealer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an auto dealer's salary.

   Average auto dealer salary

   $86,494yearly

   $41.58 hourly rate

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   Entry-level auto dealer salary

   $57,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 26, 2025

4. Writing an auto dealer job description

   A good auto dealer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an auto dealer job description:

   Auto dealer job description example

   This position reports up through Consumer and Community Banking Risk; however, Dealer Commercial Services (DCS) is a specialized commercial lending group that works with automobile dealers.
   
   As an Underwriter II in Dealer Commercial Services, your primary role is to take ownership of your portfolio and to utilize excellent credit skills to work independently on the portfolio of relationships assigned to you. You will appropriately assess the risk in your portfolio, diligently managing the portfolio (i.e. renewals, modifications, managing the credit metrics), and meeting customer deadlines. You will be a partner to the Bankers in the Division, striving to balance sales and credit quality goals and expected to independently identify and assess key risk initially or as they develop and appropriately structure deals to mitigate those risks. A successful individual must possess and apply a broad understanding of the business environment including the auto industry, current events, and economic cycles.
   Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
   
   + Taking ownership of your portfolio with the a bility to multi task, prioritize deal flow and act with a sense of urgency to meet established timelines .
   
   + Utilizing excellent credit skills to author well thought out and concise analysis of DCS relationships using appropriate structure and identifying key risks.
   
   + Ensuring ongoing follow up and monitoring of dealership performance metric to ensure compliance with loan documentation and bank policies and procedures.
   
   + Working in partnership with the Bankers to develop fulsome Client relationships including being looked to as the go to person when the banker is out.
   
   + Working proactively, in a constructive, diplomatic manner, with both internal and external contacts to keep transactions moving.
   
   + Demonstrating excellent communication skills both internally and externally and using those communication skills to effectively solve problems.
   
   + Having the ability to voice your opinion in a clear, concise manner and to defend that position with Management.
   
   Qualifications
   
   + BA/BBA/MBA
   
   + 3+ years' commercial banking / lending experience including extensive credit, structuring and marketing experience.
   
   + Commercial banking / automotive captive experience, with thorough knowledge of accounting and financial statement analysis.
   
   + Superior analytical skills supported by excellent written and verbal communication skills.
   
   + Demonstrated judgment and ability to act decisively.
   
   + Expert knowledge of credit philosophy and policies, loan documentation, and related legal issues.
   
   + Thorough knowledge of the Bank's policies and procedures, as well as its products and their inherent risks.
   
   **Job** Commercial Credit
   
   **Primary Location** US
   
   **Organization** CHASE AUTO
   
   **Schedule** Full-time h ybrid position (60% in office)
   
   **Job Type** Standard
   
   **Shift** Day Job
   
   **Recruiter** Dwayne Lowe
   
   **Hiring Manager** Steve Keedy
   
   Salary Grade / Level 602
   
   Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.
   
   We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
   
   The health and safety of our colleagues, candidates, clients and communities has been a top priority in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. JPMorgan Chase was awarded the "WELL Health-Safety Rating" for all of our 6,200 locations globally based on our operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment.
   
   As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.
   
   Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find auto dealers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your auto dealer job on Zippia to find and recruit auto dealer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit auto dealers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new auto dealer

   Once you've selected the best auto dealer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new auto dealer. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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