Senior Community Engagement Specialist

Vantage Data Centers

. Lead Vantage's community engagement and local external affairs strategy across the Eastern Region .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement and stakeholder relations, with a strong focus on building partnerships and managing community investment initiatives. Proficient in providing market intelligence and insights to support organizational objectives and enhance community relations.

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Community EngagementStakeholder RelationsPublic AffairsInterpersonal CommunicationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Community EngagementStakeholder ManagementMarket IntelligencePartnership CoordinationData Tracking

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborationDetail-OrientedPublic Speaking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit PartnershipsCommunity InvestmentWorkforce DevelopmentRegulated IndustriesInfrastructure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Vantage's community engagement and local external affairs strategy across the Eastern Region
Serve as the primary representative for community and stakeholder engagement in highly visible markets
Build and manage relationships with elected officials, government staff, community leaders, workforce development partners, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, business groups, and other stakeholders
Represent Vantage at community meetings, civic events, industry forums, and stakeholder engagements
Implement community engagement initiatives addressing local priorities and supporting business objectives
Coordinate community investment, workforce development, educational, and nonprofit partnership programs
Support volunteer, sponsorship, and community relations activities
Monitor community sentiment, stakeholder feedback, local issues, and emerging trends
Provide market intelligence, stakeholder updates, and insights to project teams and leadership
Identify and address stakeholder concerns through outreach, relationship management, and internal coordination
Partner with Public Policy, Development, Construction, Operations, Sustainability, Marketing, and People & Culture teams throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate engagement activities supporting development, permitting, construction, and operations
Maintain stakeholder records, engagement plans, and activity tracking
Provide recommendations based on stakeholder feedback, community priorities, and local market dynamics
Prepare briefings, stakeholder updates, engagement summaries, and reports
Share lessons learned, emerging trends, and best practices across the region

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–8 years of experience in community engagement, external affairs, stakeholder relations, nonprofit partnerships, or public affairs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing and public speaking
Proven ability to build trust across diverse communities
Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset and ability to work across departments and regions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, and project management tools
Flexibility to travel for site visits, events, or stakeholder meetings as needed, anticipated up to 40%
Experience supporting community programs in regulated, capital-intensive, or infrastructure-related industries
Ability to navigate grassroots engagement and executive-level relationships
Existing relationships and experience working with VA, OH, or GA-based communities and stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Political Science, or a related field (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D coverage
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
401(k) program with company match
Voluntary benefits
Above-market total compensation package
Health and welfare benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave benefits
Recognition programs
Training and development