Manager, State Policy – MidWest/Central

Ready to advance a growing industry that provides essential digital infrastructure? The Data Center Coalition (DCC) is the membership association for the data center industry, empowering and championing the data center community through public policy advocacy, thought leadership, stakeholder outreach, and community engagement. Data centers are the backbone of the modern economy, and our members are investing tens of billions of dollars in capital in new data center facilities across the country to meet unprecedented demand for the digital services that have become increasingly central to Americans’ daily routines and how we live. The way we work, learn, shop, bank, and even access medical care now occurs online. Data centers make this possible by enabling the apps, platforms, and services individuals and organizations of all types increasingly rely on every day to keep us connected in our modern digital lives. DCC represents and advances the interests of the data center industry by aggregating industry expertise and thought leadership, partnering with policymakers and other collaborators, and supporting communities where data center teams live and work through active engagement. To learn more, go to http://www.datacentercoalition.org. About the Role and OpportunityThe Manager, State Policy – Midwest/Central supports the Data Center Coalition's policy and advocacy work through a mix of member engagement, administrative, and communications responsibilities. The manager assists DCC state policy and government affairs staff with organizing member meetings, tracking legislation, informing and engaging members on policy issues, and tracking member feedback to help inform DCC’s perspective. In addition, the manager helps develop collateral materials for state policy audiences, including one-pagers, fact sheets, and briefing materials that communicate DCC's policy priorities clearly and accurately to state legislative offices and staff. The manager works closely with the DCC communications team to ensure materials are consistent in message, tone, and branding, and to support the timely distribution of content across audiences. The position also handles general administrative responsibilities, such as scheduling, meeting logistics, and document management. The role is well suited to a detail-oriented candidate with strong organizational and writing skills and an interest in state policy and the data center industry. This is a remote position for candidates based in the Midwestern U.S. with potential for travel (up to 25%) in the Midwest, particularly during state legislative sessions to engage DCC members and support DCC’s participation in stakeholder meetings and industry conferences and events. This position reports to the Director, Government Affairs-Midwest. ResponsibilitiesAssist with tracking legislation related to data center industry priority issues in Midwestern and Central U.S. states (including, but not limited to, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, and Wisconsin).Track relevant policy developments and help keep internal materials and member resources up to date.Draft and manage timely distribution of policy updates and articles for members, as well as collateral materials for policymakers and stakeholder audiences, including one-pagers, fact sheets, leave-behinds, and briefing documents that accurately reflect DCC's policy positions and perspectives.Assist with member outreach, including coordinating communications with member companies and supporting efforts to keep members informed and engaged on policy-related issues.Attend virtual or in-person policymaker meetings or briefings, committee meetings, and other legislative events, as designated by the Director of Government Affairs, and provide summaries/readouts.Coordinate with relevant stakeholders, organizations, associations, and partners in the region.Schedule and help organize member meetings, working group calls, and events, including scheduling, logistics, agendas, and follow-up materials.Support administration of state level PACs, as needed.Support preparation for meetings and visits by assembling materials and coordinating logistics.Coordinate with the DCC communications team to ensure materials are consistent in message, tone, and branding.Provide additional support to DCC state policy and government affairs staff, as needed. Basic Qualifications:Two to three years of experience in a policy-adjacent role, preferably at a trade association, advocacy organization, government affairs firm, or state government office.Strong written communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, accurate, and concise materials for policymakers and staff.Familiarity with state legislative processes and an understanding of how policymakers use briefing and advocacy materials.Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once.Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, with basic design or layout skills (such as Canva or Adobe InDesign) as a plus.Professional judgment and discretion in handling member communications and sensitive information.Interest in energy, technology, or infrastructure policy and the data center industry.Strong written communications skills.Based in the Midwestern U.S. with reasonable distance from a major airport. Preferred QualificationsPrior experience with legislative tracking tools.Previous experience in government, state policy, or trade association setting. Additional Details Full-time position with a growing benefits package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401K matching, and vacation and sick leave that starts accruing on Day 1!This is an in-person position with the ability to telework occasionally.Travel (up to 25%) may be required.Must be eligible to work in the United States.Compensation is negotiable and will be based on your skills and experience. Expected salary range is $110,000-130,000. We would love to hear from you! Email resume: hiring@datacentercoalition.org to apply. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.