Community Engagement Manager – Data Centers

Anthropic

. Serve as Anthropic’s on-the-ground presence in Louisiana communities where data centers are sited, built, and operated .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeLouisiana • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $265,000 - $295,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement and public affairs, with a strong ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and represent the organization in public forums. Proficient in navigating local government processes, including land use and permitting, while effectively managing community sentiment and engagement strategies.

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Community Affairs ExperiencePublic Affairs ExperienceGovernment RelationsStrong Communication SkillsStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Community Engagement StrategiesLand Use FamiliarityZoning ProcessesPermitting ProcessesEconomic DevelopmentIndustrial Tax IncentivesCoastal ResilienceFlood ResilienceCorporate Social ResponsibilityCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingIndependent WorkLearning Complex Policy IssuesManaging Multiple Engagements

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure ProjectsConstruction ProjectsEnergy ProjectsTechnology ProjectsCommunity StakeholdersCivic LeadersEducational InstitutionsWorkforce PartnersTribal Nations EngagementCharitable Giving

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Anthropic’s on-the-ground presence in Louisiana communities where data centers are sited, built, and operated
Build and maintain relationships with parish and municipal officials, planning and zoning bodies, agencies, community groups, civic leaders, educational institutions, and workforce partners
Develop and execute community engagement strategies across site selection, pre-development, construction, and ongoing operations
Build external coalitions, host education and listening sessions, and design local community solutions
Represent Anthropic in public forums, town halls, planning hearings, community events, and local media
Monitor community sentiment and local political dynamics and advise internal teams on risks and engagement strategy
Partner with Real Estate, Infrastructure, Communications, Energy, and Sustainability teams
Coordinate charitable giving, community investment, economic development commitments, and nonprofit relationships
Explain Anthropic’s environmental stewardship approach and address questions about power, water, land use, flood risk, storm resilience, and electricity needs
Build scalable community engagement playbooks and processes
Travel regularly within Louisiana, up to 50% of the time, and occasionally to other data center markets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in community affairs, public affairs, economic development, government relations, local or state government, or a closely related field
Direct experience working for or engaging with parish and municipal governments and community stakeholders on behalf of large infrastructure, construction, energy, or technology projects
Ability to build relationships and coalitions with diverse stakeholders
Ability to represent a company in public settings, including town halls, hearings, and press interviews
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, learn complex policy issues quickly, and manage multiple engagements across markets
Based in Louisiana or willing to relocate there, and prepared to travel regularly across the state
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
Relevant field of study demonstrated through coursework, training, or professional experience
Familiarity with land use, zoning, and permitting processes at parish and municipal level
Experience with industrial tax incentives, coastal/flood/hurricane resilience, corporate social responsibility programs, and cross-functional collaboration are preferred
Experience engaging with Tribal nations in Louisiana is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Optional equity donation matching
Generous vacation and parental leave
Flexible working hours
Visa sponsorship may be available
Office space for collaboration