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The Government Relations Manager is a strategic partner and advisor to the QTS Executive Leadership team and works closely with QTS Public Relations, Economic Development, and Pre-Development teams. This role works cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders to drive positive, impactful outcomes with QTS communities, customers, and our partners in elected office. The Government Relations Manager will report to the Director of Public Policy & Economic Development.
The Ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and communications skills, a keen intuition, and ability to drive projects to successful conclusion in a dynamic environment. You are a creative, self-starter who can work across multiple silos and projects as both a leader and do-er, supporting the big-picture and QTS mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.
- Serve as a spokesperson for QTS in assigned government relations matters
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the data center industry
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with government officials, regulatory bodies, and policy makers
- Advocate for QTS’s interests through strategic engagement with government entities
- Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, industry associations, and advocacy groups
- Work closely with the QTS Economic Development team to develop and implement strategies to enhance QTS economic goals
- Work closely with the QTS Public Relations team to address and mitigate potential reputational risks through crisis management strategies
- Represent QTS at conferences, forums, and industry events
- Travel (up to 30%) may be required to support QTS interests across state legislative sessions
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
TOTAL REWARDS
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
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