Senior Manager, Public Affairs

Location: Kansas City, Kansas

Position: Senior Manager, State and Local Public Affairs for Kansas

Overview: Lead execution of Digital Realty’s government and community strategy in Kansas, working with external consultants and internal stakeholders to advance critical development projects and strengthen the company’s position as a trusted community partner.

• Implement the company’s public affairs and community relations strategy across Kansas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local, city, and state government officials, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Develop and execute advocacy and engagement strategies that support business objectives and long‑term growth.
• Serve as the company’s representative in community meetings and with industry and business organizations.
• Collaborate on land use, zoning, permitting, and development efforts, engaging with government and community leaders to facilitate project success.
• Partner with the communications team to manage media relations and strengthen Digital Realty’s brand and reputation to support project delivery.
• Manage local sponsor ships and community partnerships, ensuring alignment with company values and regional priorities.
• Provide strategic insights into political and regulatory landscape changes.
• Work with industry associations on policies related to energy, tax, infrastructure, and technology.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of experience working within government, corporate public affairs, or public policy organizations.
• Experience with or within state and local governments, especially involving real estate, tax, economic development, data centers, information technology, critical infrastructure, or energy policy.
• Knowledge of land acquisition, zoning laws, permitting, energy, utility policy, and real estate development is a strong plus.
• Experience in campaign strategy or political communications, including stakeholder engagement and grassroots organizing.
• Experience in media relations, including proactive communications and issue management.
• Experience managing local sponsor ships and community partnerships to support corporate reputation and engagement.

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance; 401(k) match; disability benefits; wellness and education benefits; employee stock purchase plan; paid time off, holidays, and more.