Public Affairs Manager, Regional Data Centers

Public Affairs Manager, Regional Data Centers
Location: Portland, OR, USA; Reno, NV, USA

About the job
Google’s infrastructure needs extend beyond servers. As a Public Affairs Manager in the Regional Data Centers team, you will shape data center initiatives to align with local and state priorities. You will advise on partnership opportunities, engage with government officials, community leaders, and key opinion formers to secure a positive, collaborative operating environment for our facilities.

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 lifecycle across 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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

10 years of experience leading negotiations or business development.

Experience working with public policy teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.

Experience with technical infrastructure developments and executing cross‑functional projects.

Ability to travel up to 35% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing and executing strategies to deliver exceptional solutions.

Experience working in Public Affairs within Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, and other western states.

Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement, operate separately and in a fast‑moving environment.

Excellent attention to detail and political/communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits
US: $176,000 - $257,000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google’s EEO Policy, Belonging at Google, and How we hire.

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Equity Information
Equity is granted exclusively and discretionarily by Alphabet Inc. on the basis of an agreement concluded between you and Alphabet Inc. Equity grants are not guaranteed, are subject to approval by the Alphabet Inc. board of directors, and have no impact on statutory payments.

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