Director, Data Center Policy and Government Affairs at Prologis

Dallas, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Data Centers, Logistics, Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of experience in government affairs, legislative counsel, or public policy roles, with at least 5 years focused on data centers, digital infrastructure, cloud computing, or other energy-intensive facilities
Proven track record navigating zoning, land use, and local approval processes and policies for large-scale developments
Experience navigating state and local regulatory processes

Responsibilities

Track, analyze, and forecast state and municipal legislation, regulations, ordinances, and ballot measures affecting data center siting, land use, energy procurement, taxation, incentives, and environmental compliance
Design and execute proactive advocacy strategies to secure favorable policy and project approval outcomes, including authoring or contributing to position papers, comment letters, and testimony
Develop community-facing narratives and engagement strategies to foster local support for new facilities
Integrate political and regulatory expertise into site selection, project approvals, and community engagement processes
Serve as a trusted liaison to mayors, city councils, planning boards, county commissions, governors’ offices, state legislators, local elected officials, public utility commissions, and economic development agencies
Engage municipal decision-makers to secure timely approvals for data center projects
Represent Prologis in key coalitions and industry associations as well as state, local, and issue-based working groups; coordinate joint advocacy campaigns where beneficial
Ensure local and state community and regulatory requirements are anticipated and integrated into project planning
Provide real-time intelligence and strategic guidance to Data Center leadership on municipal codes, local utilities, and permitting processes and political, regulatory, and community risks/opportunities in target markets
Work closely with development teams to align project timelines with local approval processes
Partner with Development, Legal, and Energy teams to shape deal structures, permitting approaches, and incentive strategies
Draft clear and concise briefing memos, talking points, and public statements for company leaders
Serve as the single point of contact for the Data Center unit on policy issues, ensuring consistent internal communication and alignment
Ensure adherence to lobbying registration, ethics, and disclosure rules across all jurisdictions
Manage outside counsel, contract lobbyists, public affairs consultants, and related budgets