Director of Community Engagement (Data Centers)

Description

• Originate, negotiate, and secure favorable property tax abatement and economic development incentive packages with states and Counties.
• Define and implement the strategic roadmap for programmatic community development.
• Represent SB Energy in public forums, hearings, and community events.
• Develop proactive communications to address concerns, highlight benefits, and reduce risk of opposition.
• Build and maintain relationships with local leaders, community organizations, and residents.
• Oversee data-driven community needs assessments, transforming research into actionable insights for projects.
• Develop and execute community engagement strategies for new AI data centers.
• Monitor community sentiment and advise executives on risks and opportunities.
• Partner with respective departments on incentive compliance and community benefits.

Requirements

• Experience managing contractors, agencies, or other third-parties.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with experience working across government, community, and corporate teams.
• Strong public speaking and facilitation skills.
• Proven track record engaging and building trust with diverse community stakeholders (local municipalities, non-profit decision makers etc.) for large infrastructure or technology projects.
• Experience with creating and implementing external communications plans, including crisis communication management, utilizing modern communication strategies.
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in related field. Masters or JD is preferred but not required.
• Understanding and experience in developing and presenting strategic recommendations from a broad range of data sources (e.g., survey data, social intelligence, qualitative research, online telemetry, business metrics).
• Experience integrating community benefits (workforce, education, infrastructure support) into development strategies.
• Ability to manage sensitive political and reputational issues.
• 8+ years in community engagement, business development, market development, economic development, public policy, or program/project management.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data
• 401(k) with Company Match
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)
• Device Purchase Support
• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance