Government and Community Affairs Lead

Rowan Digital Infrastructure

. Engage with government representatives, community organizations, residents, and other local stakeholders about Rowan's projects .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeTemple • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public policy advocacy, community engagement, and strategic communication, with a strong ability to build partnerships with government and economic development organizations. Proven track record in legislative tracking and understanding policies impacting the data center industry.

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Public Policy AdvocacyCommunity EngagementStrategic CommunicationLegislative TrackingPartnership Development

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Hard Skills

Legislative TrackingStrategic CommunicationPublic RelationsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationDiplomacyPersuasionStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

Economic DevelopmentData Center IndustryCommunity InitiativesPublic Interest GroupsGovernment Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage with government representatives, community organizations, residents, and other local stakeholders about Rowan's projects
Track local legislation, regulatory proceedings, and project entitlements and advocate on these items as necessary
Form coalitions with interested individuals and organizations to support or oppose legislation, local policy issues, community initiatives, and more
Support drafting and managing the execution of strategic plans for political and community engagement
Represent Rowan at public events and communicate the benefits of Rowan project investments to AHJs, economic development partners, elected officials, and the community
Support drafting communications content about community, economic, and environmental benefits in public settings, including project pitches, AHJ presentations, and customer meetings
Identify and track legislation and local policy proposals with business implications for Rowan’s operations
Help lead government and community engagement, economic development, and public policy at Rowan’s Temple data center campus
Partner with project leadership, subject matter experts, and Rowan’s construction team to strengthen the regional portfolio
Help ensure a favorable government and community landscape for Rowan’s operations and protect existing investments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
5+ years of public policy and/or community engagement experience within government and/or relevant nonprofits, economic development organizations, public interest groups, business, campaigns or industry associations
Skilled at persuasively and diplomatically advocating policy positions publicly before key stakeholders
Demonstrated track record of success in developing strong partnerships with AHJs, economic development organizations, state and local government, and other key stakeholder
Experience communicating with senior leaders and executives
Experience drafting strategic communications and supporting public relations
Knowledge of policies impacting data center industry preferred
Experience with legislative tracking for targeted industries preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, and highly cross-functional environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to travel up to (20%) to company gatherings
Must answer whether employment visa sponsorship in the United States will be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution
Unlimited PTO
RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement
Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan