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Public Affairs Manager, Regional Data Centers

Google
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Hybrid (New Albany, OH; Detroit, MI)$150k - $217kFull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Public Affairs Manager responsible for shaping data center initiatives, building government and community relationships, and leading multi-state strategies to align Google's data center presence with local priorities.

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.

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.

Skills

Required:NegotiationPublic policy collaboration
Nice to have:Public speaking / communication
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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