Vantage Data Centers-posted 18 days ago
$135,000 - $140,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Reno, NV
1,001-5,000 employees
Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

This role can be based in Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Santa Clara, Ca and Reno, NV, following our flexible work policy (3 days in-office, 2 days flexible). The Public Policy Senior Manager - West, North America will be primarily responsible for implementing and reporting on the company's state and local public affairs program in key markets including Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. The Public Policy Senior Manager will partner with various internal stakeholders to determine Vantage's policy priorities, establish relationships with key stakeholders, and engage at the state and local level to advocate for Vantage's position on a variety of issues, including energy, sustainability, tax, economic development, and land use. This role will be an integral part of driving forward end-to-end market success as Vantage grows in the region. This includes supporting initial market intelligence and land selection, through the development and across the operation of our data centers. This role will also be responsible for establishing regulatory and policy environments that support Vantage's economic development, access to energy, community engagement, and sustainability strategies.

  • Support the execution of a strategic public policy engagement plan to drive forward business objectives in North America.
  • Research, identify, and track current and emerging policy issues across geographies, and engage internal partners to figure out the company's position, priorities, and risks.
  • Develop a strategy to navigate and impact policy objectives; engage with state and local governments to advance the company's public policy interests.
  • Collaborate with Vantage's design, sustainability, tax, legal, and construction teams on key issues, establishing a cadence of regular briefings.
  • Engage in pre-development processes, researching policy drivers in new markets, understanding and pursuing local tax incentives and funding programs for data center development, and with permit and zoning as necessary.
  • Manage contract lobbyists, association memberships, and coalition partnerships.
  • Draft positioning statements/documents; prepare decks and talking points for meetings, as well as briefings for executives and key internal partners.
  • Attend local meetings to testify/comment on Vantage's behalf.
  • Participate in various chambers, associations, and coalitions as a proponent of the data center industry.
  • Partner with marketing to develop messaging, positioning, collateral, and public relations materials.
  • Promote Vantage's commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusivity; engage in the community supporting Vantage's role as a good corporate citizen.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience in economic development, government relations, and/or community engagement desired.
  • Experience learning business needs and representing those interests before government officials.
  • Creative and critical thinking and the ability to understand complex issues and identify clear and effective action plans to resolve them is desired.
  • Beneficial to have experience working on policies related to energy, artificial intelligence, taxes, sustainability, infrastructure development.
  • Strong written and verbal communication to internal and external audiences including senior government officials and company executives.
  • A standout colleague who enjoys working in a matrixed organization to drive forward business value creation is strongly preferred.
  • Experience leading contract lobbyists and working as an internal lobbyist for a private company is strongly preferred.
  • Advanced political acumen and the ability to connect with collaborators from all backgrounds.
  • Must at ease balancing multiple priorities with shifting timelines and objectives.
  • Significant travel is anticipated. Travel includes visits to other Vantage offices, capital cities, regional meetings and hearings, etc. Travel may increase over time as the business evolves.
  • This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
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