Senior Manager, Public Affairs

Digital Realty

Lead the government and community relations strategy for Digital Realty in Kansas. Manage relationships with officials, stakeholders, and community organizations for effective project execution.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeKansas City • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement Digital Realty’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 sponsorships 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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, particularly involving real estate, tax, economic development, data centers, information technology, critical infrastructure or energy policy.
Knowledge of land acquisition, zoning laws, permitting, energy, electricity, utility policy and real estate development are 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 sponsorships and community partnerships to support corporate reputation and engagement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

land acquisitionzoning lawspermittingenergy policyelectricity policyutility policyreal estate developmentcampaign strategypolitical communicationsstakeholder engagement

Soft Skills

relationship buildingstrategic insightscollaborationcommunity engagementadvocacycommunicationissue managementproject managementnegotiationpublic speaking

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree