Data Center Public Affairs Manager

Applicants may choose from the following primary locations for this role:
Reston, VA;
Atlanta, GA;
Austin, TX;
Addison, TX;
Washington, D.C., DC.
Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 14 years of experience in legislative affairs, government relations, or public advocacy, including developing positions and campaigns.
• 14 years of experience involving capital‑intensive infrastructure projects (e.g., data centers, energy, utilities, real estate).
• 10+ years of experience working on political communications or technology policy issues within government, think tanks, public interest groups, private sector, or relevant industry associations.
• Experience in people management.

• Experience leading scalable cross‑functional programs.
• Experience working with public policy teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Google’s Strategic Negotiation team secures critical infrastructure for the company’s global products and services, ranging from underwater cables to physical data center space. As a Strategic Negotiator, you will use deep sector knowledge and tech‑industry savvy to negotiate cost‑effective solutions, manage vendor and partner relationships, and present deal recommendations to the company’s technology leadership. Your role saves Google millions of dollars in operating costs and impacts every part of the business.

The Public Affairs team builds Google’s reputation among key decision‑makers and markets; as the Sub‑Regional Public Affairs Lead, you will advise on data center initiatives, forge local partnership opportunities, and effectively communicate Google’s long‑term commitments.

Google Cloud accelerates digital transformation for organizations worldwide. As a full‑time employee, the U.S. base salary range for this position is $214,000‑$302,000, with additional bonus, equity, and benefits. Compensation details listed in U.S. postings reflect base salary only; interest in other compensation components can be discussed during the hiring process.

• Act as sub‑regional lead for a team of individuals, setting and communicating team priorities that support organizational goals. Conduct regular performance discussions, provide feedback, and coach development.
• Execute investment in regional market opportunities while building organized public policy and community engagement activities.
• Develop and execute regional or market‑segment strategy for long‑term infrastructure development programs, influencing third‑party strategy at the executive level.
• Provide public policy thought leadership and build relationships within Google and externally by networking.

Google is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google’s EEO Policy and the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

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