Public Affairs Manager, Regional Data Centers

Google

3d•$150,000 - $217,000

About The Position

The Public Affairs Manager advises on Google data center initiatives to align them with local and state priorities. The role identifies and maximizes partnership opportunities with local institutions and communicates Google’s commitment and long-term investment. As part of the Public Affairs team, the manager helps build Google’s reputation and presence among decision-makers and in the markets where the company operates, creating scalable solutions with authentic impact. The position works within Google’s AI and Infrastructure organization, which delivers AI and infrastructure at global scale.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
6 years of experience negotiating and structuring agreements or leading business development.
Experience working with public policy teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience with technical infrastructure developments.
Ability to travel up to 35% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and executing strategies to deliver exceptional solutions.
Experience executing cross-functional projects.
Experience working in Public Affairs, public policy, or infrastructure development in Utah.
Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement and operate independently in a fast-moving environment.
Excellent political and communication skills, including the ability to communicate publicly on behalf of the company.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to support a positive, sustainable, and collaborative operating environment for Google facilities.
Develop, lead, and execute complex, multi-state public affairs strategies and campaigns to safeguard the data center life cycle in existing and future markets.
Represent and advocate for Google’s priorities, highlighting its economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions to position its presence as a local partner for growth and innovation.
Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to advance data center market development projects from concept to completion.
Translate corporate and technical initiatives into visible local benefits that align with and support community priorities.