Director, Public Affairs

Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we bring flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team committed to delivering premier customer experiences and the full spectrum of data center solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute government relations strategies and conduct lobbying meetings to influence legislation, regulations, and administrative policies at the local (e.g., city council, county commissioners court) and Texas state levels, including various state agencies.
• Track and analyze proposed bills and ordinances in Texas that impact the organization; draft policy briefs, bill analyses, and impact reports for internal teams.
• Represent the company in relevant industry coalitions, trade associations (e.g., Data Center Coalition), and coalitions to advocate for data center interests and influence positive outcomes.
• Manage outside advisors to execute on needed policy, legislative, or operational actions to support the company’s objectives.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key political figures, community leaders, and industry counterparts in Texas.
• Lead grassroots advocacy campaigns and coordinate or assist with community outreach initiatives.
• Prepare policy briefs, white papers, talking points, testimony, and other materials for internal teams or senior leadership.
• Create materials for external engagements to educate policymakers and stakeholders on the role of data centers and AI infrastructure in the digital economy.
• Coordinate with cross-functional internal teams to align public affairs strategies.
• Provide support across the Public Affairs team and legislative teams as they liaise with local officials, government agencies, and communities; monitor legislative or regulatory developments; or manage political/community risks.
• Support community outreach, charitable, and education programs, as well as public forums, open houses, and stakeholder meetings.
• Manage and collaborate with outside counsel and consultants.
• Ensure lobbying activities comply with applicable laws, including necessary registrations and disclosure reports.

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of experience in government affairs, public affairs, or advocacy.
• Prior work in Texas as a legislative staffer, agency official, or campaign manager is a plus.
• Strong understanding of data centers, utility regulation, electricity markets, economic development, or local/state governments.
• Comprehensive understanding of Texas government, legislative/administrative processes, and key state/local funding or regulatory mechanisms.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Public Administration (MPA), or Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of local governance, policy processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Established network of contacts within the local legislative and regulatory community.
• Ability to analyze data and respond quickly.

Benefits

EdgeConneX offers a competitive benefits package.