Vice President, Regional External Affairs Remote (anywhere in Ohio) + 4 more

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Regional External Affairs to develop and execute external affairs strategy across a multi-state region. The role leads government relations, public policy, legislative advocacy, permitting and zoning, economic development, community engagement, and stakeholder relations in support of regional growth and operations. Responsibilities include directing a regional team, managing operating plans and budgets, coordinating advocacy campaigns, and building trusted relationships with policymakers, community leaders, and industry stakeholders. The Vice President will also advise senior leadership on political, regulatory, economic, and community issues and represent the organization in external engagements. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, business, communications, law, economics, urban planning, or a related field, along with at least 12 years of relevant leadership experience, including responsibility for a multi-state region. Required qualifications include success leading advocacy campaigns and complex stakeholder engagement, managing teams and budgets, and a strong understanding of legislative, regulatory, permitting, economic development, and community engagement processes. Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, energy, technology, real estate, utility, telecommunications, or industrial projects is also required. An advanced degree and experience advising senior executives or working in related sectors are preferred.

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QTS Data Centers