Community Engagement Specialist, NA

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Overview

This role will be on-site in Shackelford County, TX with 25% travel for events and stakeholder meetings.

As a Community Engagement Specialist, you will implement Vantage's community engagement strategy Central North America region, primarily in Wisconsin. This role will support relationship-building, program execution, and local partner engagement that aligns with Vantage's values-Trust, Accountability, Respect, and Agility-and gives to the long-term success of our projects and partnerships. You'll work closely with colleagues in the Public Policy, Legal, Construction, New Site Development, People & Culture, Sustainability, and Operations teams to help find opportunities for impact, elevate community voices, and position Vantage as a good corporate citizen across all stages of the data center lifecycle.

Essential Job Functions

• Support execution of Vantage's North American community engagement strategy, applying innovative thinking and strong problem-solving skills locally in partnership with internal collaborators and external partners.

• Coordinate and lead local engagement efforts-such as community events, workforce development partnerships, sponsorships, volunteer initiatives, and site-based programs, driving continuous improvement and creative solutions to strengthen community impact.

• Develop and maintain a stakeholder map of nonprofit organizations, schools, chambers, local officials, and workforce boards in key markets identifying new opportunities and innovative partnerships

• Help prioritize and attend community-facing meetings and events; collect key takeaways, support follow-ups, and supervise progress.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of engagement efforts, outcomes, and key performance indicators; ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws; assist with reporting and presentations for internal and external audiences.

• Supervise regional community and partner sentiment in both new and existing markets; flag potential opportunities or concerns.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Public Policy, and Operations to ensure messaging and execution are aligned across teams.

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in community engagement, partner relations, nonprofit partnerships, or public affairs.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing and public speaking, with a proven track record to build trust across multifaceted communities; a natural relationship builder.

• Organized, detailed, and capable of running multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative approach and ability to work across departments and regions.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project tracking tools; experience with CRM or impact reporting tools a plus.

• Flexibility to travel for site visits, events, or partner meetings as needed (anticipated up to 25%).

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in public Affairs, Communications, Political Science, or a related field.

• Preferred: Experience supporting community programs in regulated industries, capital-intensive sectors, or infrastructure development.

• Preferred: Comfort navigating both grassroots and executive-level engagement.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!