Public Affairs Manager: Data Center Policy & Growth

Google; Utah; On-site; USD 150,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

Google in Utah is seeking a Public Affairs Manager to guide data center initiatives and align local policy with Google's long-term infrastructure strategy. The role combines strategic negotiation with public affairs to secure partnerships and favorable outcomes for all stakeholders.

As the Public Affairs Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams, engage with state and local leaders, and help articulate the benefits of Google's investments in infrastructure, reliability, and growth for the

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain critical relationships with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to secure a positive, sustainable, and collaborative operating environment for our facilities.
• Develop, lead, and execute complex, multi-state public affairs strategies and campaigns that proactively safeguard the data center life cycle across both existing and future markets.
• Serve as a key ambassador and advocate for Google’s priorities, amplifying our economic, energy, sustainability, and social contributions to position our presence as a local team for growth and innovation.
• Partner closely with a broad range of internal teams and external stakeholders to drive data center market development projects seamlessly from concept to completion.
• Translate corporate and technical initiatives into tangible, highly visible local benefits that align with and support community priorities.

Skills

Negotiation

Business development

Public policy collaboration

Infra experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google in Utah is seeking a Public Affairs Manager to guide data center initiatives and align local policy with Google's long-term infrastructure strategy. The role combines strategic negotiation with public affairs to secure partnerships and favorable outcomes for all stakeholders.

As the Public Affairs Manager, you will lead cross-functional teams, engage with state and local leaders, and help articulate the benefits of Google's investments in infrastructure, reliability, and growth for the