Community Affairs Manager

Nscale

2d • $130,000 - $220,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Nscale is hiring a Community Affairs Manager for West Texas to support the successful development and long-term operation of its local infrastructure. The role is part of the Global Affairs function, reports to the Director of U.S. Community Affairs, and works across the business to build local trust and help deliver the project with minimal disruption. The manager serves as Nscale’s on-the-ground representative, developing stakeholder relationships, leading engagement, and identifying and addressing issues early. The position requires a regular in-person presence in West Texas communities.

The manager will work with municipalities, elected officials, community groups, NGOs, and other stakeholders so the project is understood and supported, minimizes impacts, and maximizes local benefits. The role includes coordinating community engagement with internal program and contractor teams; representing community perspectives within the organization; developing local partnerships; communicating economic and community impacts; and briefing internal stakeholders and senior leadership.

Requirements

• 3–8 years of experience in community engagement, public affairs, local government, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of local communities and decision-making structures, particularly local zoning, permitting, and county commission processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build trust and credibility quickly.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex projects clearly and confidently.
• Comfort representing an organization externally as the local face of a project.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively under pressure.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Experience working in politically sensitive or regulated environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, development, or construction projects.
• Knowledge of West Texas, the Permian Basin, or similar communities.
• Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Act as Nscale’s primary local representative and build and maintain relationships with municipalities, planning bodies, political stakeholders, community leaders, and representative groups.
• Develop and maintain a stakeholder map and engagement plan.
• Design and deliver a structured community engagement program.
• Lead consultations, public meetings, and briefings, maintaining two-way communication with local communities.
• Ensure project messaging is clear, consistent, and accessible to different audiences.
• Track and manage inquiries, complaints, and emerging issues, with clear ownership and response plans.
• Identify and flag emerging concerns raised by local officials, the media, and community members.
• Coordinate with program and contractor teams so community engagement is embedded in project delivery.
• Guide internal teams and contractors on engaging with local stakeholders.
• Ensure community considerations inform key project decisions.
• Develop and communicate the project’s local economic and community impact, including jobs and skills, local supply chain opportunities, and community benefits.
• Identify and build partnerships with local organizations, including education providers and community groups.
• Provide briefings and updates to internal stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Monitor the local civic and community environment and share insight on emerging issues.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary and equity, with reviews every 12 months.
• Flexible workplace and autonomy to shape the workday.
• Dynamic progression plan and opportunities to lead community affairs initiatives and strengthen local partnerships.
• Potential eligibility for bonus, equity, and/or commission programs.
• Potential competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plan participation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed