Vice President, Economic & Community Development

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Economic and Community Development to spearhead the strategic expansion of its hyperscale data center platform across the United States. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and leading the economic development, community engagement, and government relations function. This role demands a hands-on leader with a proven track record in navigating state and local government, negotiating complex economic development agreements, and fostering community relationships. The Vice President will be the primary representative for government relations, overseeing state and local economic development agreements, and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to support successful project development. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years' of experience in economic development, government relations, or a related function. The role requires extensive experience in negotiating large-scale economic development agreements, a strong understanding of state and local government operations, and a background in community engagement for large-scale infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a network of established relationships with government officials, economic development organizations, and community stakeholders. A proactive, relationship-driven approach is essential, as is the ability to identify and mitigate political, regulatory, and community risks. The position offers the opportunity to shape the company's economic and community development strategy and to work closely with executive leadership to align with broader organizational priorities.