Community Engagement Manager, Data Centers

Anthropic

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

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $265,000 - $295,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement and public affairs, with a strong focus on building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government entities and community groups. Proficient in navigating local politics and managing community sentiment related to large-scale infrastructure projects.

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Community EngagementPublic AffairsGovernment RelationsStakeholder Relationship ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Community Affairs ExperienceEconomic DevelopmentLocal Government RelationsUnderstanding of Land UseZoning and Permitting KnowledgeWater Rights ExpertiseCorporate Social Responsibility ManagementTribal Government EngagementProject ManagementData Center Operations Knowledge

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingIndependent WorkLearning Complex Policy IssuesVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure ProjectsEnergy SectorUtility ManagementCommunity InvestmentCharitable GivingEconomic Development AgenciesCivic LeadersEducational InstitutionsWorkforce PartnershipsLocal Media Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Anthropic's on-the-ground presence in communities where its data centers are sited, built, and operated
Build and maintain relationships with county commissioners, mayors, councils, planning and zoning bodies, state economic development agencies, community groups, civic leaders, educational institutions, and workforce partners
Engage with Tribal governments and Native communities while recognizing Tribal sovereignty
Develop and execute community engagement strategies across site selection, pre-development, construction, and 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; advise internal teams on risks, opportunities, and engagement posture
Partner with Real Estate, Infrastructure, Communications, Energy, and Sustainability teams
Coordinate charitable giving, community investment, and economic development commitments
Manage nonprofit partner relationships
Explain environmental stewardship and respond to questions about power, water, land use, water availability, water rights, and utility infrastructure
Build a scalable community engagement playbook and repeatable processes
Travel regularly within Montana and Utah, 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 with county and municipal governments and community stakeholders on behalf of large infrastructure, construction, energy, or technology projects
Working understanding of local politics and community dynamics
Ability to build relationships and coalitions with diverse stakeholders
Ability to represent a company in town halls, hearings, and press interviews
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate complex operational plans into plain language
Ability to work independently, learn complex policy issues quickly, and manage multiple concurrent engagements
Based in Montana or Utah, or willing to relocate to one of them
Prepared to travel regularly, including long drives, across Montana and Utah
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
Relevant field of study demonstrated through coursework, training, or professional experience
7+ years of experience in community engagement on data center, utility, energy, or large-scale industrial infrastructure projects, or in local government (preferred)
Familiarity with land use, zoning, permitting, water rights, and water use questions in Montana and/or Utah (preferred)
Experience managing corporate social responsibility programs (preferred)
Experience working with Tribal governments and Native communities in Montana or Utah (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Optional equity donation matching
Generous vacation and parental leave
Flexible working hours
Visa sponsorship support
Lovely office space for collaboration
Competitive compensation and benefits